Americans have more cash in stocks than ever before — experts warn of a ‘red flag’ for investors. Do this now before your nest egg gets ‘downshifted’
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The U.S. stock market has surged to new highs recently — good news for investors, at least on the surface. But with Americans now holding more of their wealth in stocks than ever before, some economists warn that what comes next […]
Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill has made it harder for 5.8 million Americans to access Medicare — here’s how the new law could impact you
Thanks to President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, a Biden-era plan to expand access to Medicare assistance has been pushed back to 2034. (1) The plan, which was finalized in 2023, was created to boost enrollment in state-run Medicaid programs that assist qualified older Americans with paying for out-of-pocket Medicare costs. (2) Must Read Thanks to […]
My son, 16, has been getting $700/month from Social Security since his dad died. I’m managing this money for him — but how do I make the most of it?
Raising a teenager often requires making tough decisions, but things can get particularly tricky when you have a teenaged child who suddenly comes into some money. That’s the situation that Amy finds herself in with her 16-year-old son, Todd. Unfortunately, the reason for the financial influx is that Amy’s husband — Todd’s father — had […]
Taylor Swift’s engagement ring could be worth up to $1.5M — but can a rare gemstone’s value overshadow even the most romantic Love Story?
While a good Love Story may not last forever, a stone like the one Travis Kelce gave Taylor Swift does. By now, the couple, that has been together since mid-2023, has broken the internet with news of their engagement. The duo announced it on August 26 with a romantic Instagram post. The garden photos show […]
Florida man paid $6.7K for a sofa — but after delivery was delayed, he learned the business had closed. What to do if you get stiffed by a seller
Andrew Trautmann was shopping for a new couch when he came across a local furniture company that specializes in Italian leather. After reading a few positive reviews online, Trautmann decided to contact Collier’s Furniture Expo in Seminole County, Florida, about placing an order for a new leather sofa. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you […]
Kevin O’Leary discloses 1 of his top investments of all time — a wealth ‘stabilizer’ that always surprises people when revealed. And he’s buying more
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary has made plenty of headline-grabbing bets on the popular reality TV show. But when it comes to what he considers one of his best investments of all time, it isn’t a flashy startup or a high-tech […]
Calgary man left paying triple the going rate for solar panels after a door-to-door sales person used high-pressure tactics. Here’s how to avoid a bad deal
As more and more people report being scammed with clever AI schemes or telephone cons, shady in-person sales tactics might seem to be a thing of the past. For a Calgary man, however, that doesn’t seem to be the case. Jay Hector was approached by a salesperson for the solar company Northern PWR, who persuaded […]
This Florida city now has the highest delisting rate as sellers slash prices in weak market — is it time to scoop up your dream retirement home?
With winter closing in, plenty of northerners start daydreaming about a snowbird escape — a place in the sun where they can trade shovels for sandals. And with today’s softer housing market, it might seem like the perfect moment to snag a Florida home at a bargain (1). But the reality on the ground tells […]
There’s a curious boom of New York City rental buildings with exactly 99 units — why that may be bad news for the city’s housing plans
New York City renters have one number on their minds right now: zero. That’s how much the leading mayoral candidate, Zohran Mamdani, has promised to raise the rent by for rent-stabilized tenants. But while everyone else is debating the proposed rent freeze, New York City developers have another magic number on their minds: 99. Under […]
Canada Post strike threatens business bottom lines
Canada’s postal service is in the midst of an ongoing labour disruption that continues to affect businesses and consumers across the country. Since September 25, more than 55,000 postal workers walked off the job in a national strike, halting much of the country’s mail and parcel delivery. On October 10, the nationwide shutdown was replaced […]