‘It was an eyesore’: City of Oakland clears homeless encampment, relocating 70 people to state-funded shelter — but advocates say crews moved too fast without offering sufficient supports
The City of Oakland has cleared a large homeless encampment on East 12th Street, relocating about 70 people to the Mandela House — a former hotel turned shelter, now funded through a state grant. The move marks one of the city’s most visible steps toward addressing homelessness, a crisis that has more than doubled in […]
Almost every millionaire in America owns these 5 simple things. You may have most of them already — and you could have them all
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. The average net worth among U.S. households in 2022 was $1,063,700, according to the Federal Reserve. However, the median net worth was only $192,900, suggesting that most Americans are […]
Failed Sotheby’s auction of $70,000,000 bronze bust leaves bidders speechless, art insiders stunned — here’s how the jaw-dropping turn of events unfolded
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. What was meant to be a quick sale of a rare antique turned into a sobering reminder of the hidden risks of so-called alternative assets. “Grande tête mince” — […]
Many Canadians are simply unaware of the realities of tipping
Like it or not, the reality is that tipping is an important part of how service workers are able to earn enough money to try to make ends meet in Canada. While an H&R Block survey reveals strong support for tipping culture, there is not only a sense of fatigue among Canadians, the survey reveals […]
‘A very scary situation’: This once-popular Florida hot spot now has properties languishing on the market for months — what’s behind the trend and what it could mean for the state
The previously hot real estate market of southwest Florida has recently seen a worrying slowdown. Properties that would typically sell quickly are now sitting unsold for months, sparking concerns among homeowners and real estate professionals. Darleen Strange has been trying to sell her mother’s home in Fort Myers since last November. Don’t miss Thanks to […]
Learn how to get out of debt
Debt: almost all Canadians have it. In fact, Equifax Canada’s Market Pulse Consumer Credit Trends and Insights Report found that consumer debt levels rose to $2.5 trillion in the second quarter of 2024; this is a 4.2% increase since the second quarter of 2023. Card holders carry over $4,300 in credit card balance on average, […]
Warren Buffett has a ‘big worry’ over the US dollar ‘really going to hell’ — warns fiscal policy is what really scares him in America. Here’s why (plus 3 ways to protect yourself now)
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. With a whopping $348 billion in cash on Berkshire Hathaway’s balance sheet, it’s easy to assume Warren Buffett has no worries at all. But in a recent meeting with […]
I’m 26 and recently came into $50K. I’ll get $34K, after tax. Other than rent and insurance, my only big expense is a $27K car loan — should I pay that off, invest it all or a little of both?
A financial windfall in your 20s presents both a challenge and a powerful opportunity to build wealth early. Let’s say you’re 26, with no credit card debt, a $27,000 car loan at 8% interest, and minimal monthly expenses beyond rent and insurance. After taxes, you have $36,000 left over from the windfall to do what […]
I’m an artist who makes $80K/year — but major home repairs have depleted my emergency savings. Should I pause my retirement contributions to rebuild my emergency fund?
Aside from saving for retirement, one of the best things you can do with your money is build an emergency fund. Life happens, and a designated stash of cash can come in handy when you’re suddenly hit with a major car repair or a medical emergency. Take Kerry, for example. Kerry, a self-employed artist that […]
Here’s the 1 surprising thing that happens when you draw down your 401(k) to boost Social Security — shrewd move or bonehead choice?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. On paper, drawing down your 401(k) to delay Social Security benefits seems like a clever maneuver. After all, the monthly benefit check grows larger for every year that you […]