Denver man racked up $37K in credit card debt over just 3 months gambling online — but Dave Ramsey bets just 1 phone call could slash that in half
Christopher from Denver fell into a familiar trap: the allure of online crypto casinos. With just a few months of blackjack play, he racked up tens of thousands in credit card debt — and even more in personal losses. He called into The Ramsey Show to ask for advice on his spiraling financial situation [1]. […]
My wife and I make $170K per year — but between our costs and $30K in debt, we can’t afford to save for retirement. How do we get back on track now?
In today’s America, there are quite a few cities where even a six-figure salary can leave you feeling broke. According to a recent study from LendingTree, in 25 of America’s 100 largest metros, a family of three would need more than a combined $100,000 income to meet basic expenses each month [1]. For example, a […]
Sean Kingston sentenced to 3.5 years in prison by Florida court for wire fraud scheme — here are 2 major red flags luxury sellers should watch out for
Rapper Sean Kingston might be best known for his 2007 hit, “Beautiful Girls,” but now he’ll be remembered for something else: a million-dollar wire fraud scam he ran with his mother involving luxury goods. Kingston, whose legal name is Kisean Paul Anderson, has been sentenced to three and a half years in federal prison. His […]
The Buffett Indicator is screaming danger — Canadian investors face a riskier bubble than 1999. Is it time to dump stocks?
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. Momentum in U.S. stocks just keeps building, with the S&P 500 recently hitting fresh record highs. Yet despite the market euphoria, one criterion — popularized by none other than […]
Retiring or relocating and planning to save money by driving your own car there? Here’s how to know if you should shift gears and ship instead
Many people assume the only reasonably priced way to move a car a long distance is to drive it. But for big moves — like going to a lower-cost state for retirement, moving a student across the country, snowbirding, or dealing with any situation where a vehicle’s mileage and wear matter — hiring an auto […]
Bryn Mawr and Tufts join ranks of colleges making tuition free for middle-class students — here’s how to keep debt low as college costs soar
As college tuition continues to climb, students and parents got a bit of good news recently. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans […]
‘We’re looking at a downsized America’: Kevin O’Leary cautioned any new lifestyle you take on will be a lot ‘smaller’ — here’s how you can prepare
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Rampant inflation has cooled off significantly in America. While it remains slightly elevated, the Federal Reserve dropped the rate from 4.5% to 4.25% in September. But if you think now is the time to upgrade your lifestyle, “Shark Tank” star and […]
At 65 and set to retire with $357,000 in the bank: How much money can you comfortably spend each year?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. John spent the last 30 years working, and like many Canadians, thought that in itself was enough to be ready to retire. Unfortunately, he didn’t begin saving until about 15 years ago. Let’s say that hypothetically, despite some obstacles, John managed […]
A shortage of homebuyers is forcing sellers to lower prices for the first time in years — how to use this newfound leverage to lock in a better deal
Retired business owner Doug McCormick, 80, recently listed his four-bed, 4.5-bath home near Denver for $1.3 million. After two months, three open houses, and a price drop to about $1.28 million, he still hasn’t received a single offer. "I keep reminding myself you only need one buyer,” he told the Associated Press. [1] Now, he’s […]
More younger Americans are turning to warehouse grocery stores like Costco and Sam’s Club. Is buying in bulk the hack to beating high food costs?
Warehouse clubs are having a moment. Shares of Costco and BJ’s have outperformed other retail stocks in recent years, reflecting the outsized success of the club model. Food prices surged after the pandemic, and even as headline inflation cooled, grocery inflation has lingered, pushing shoppers to stretch paychecks and seek lower prices. This has set […]