Scott Bessent warns the US government could declare ‘national housing emergency’ this fall — why that’s a serious red flag (and what to do about it)
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Housing affordability has become one of the most pressing issues in America — and the Trump administration is weighing extraordinary measures to address it, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a […]
Most Canadians aren’t ready for the $1 trillion wealth transfer
As Canada’s population ages, a massive wealth transfer is looming — one experts say many households aren’t ready for. The Great Wealth Transfer, which predicts a staggering $1-trillion reallocation of wealth, has raised concerns about Canadians’ preparedness for what will happen to their estate once they pass away. This concern is not without merit. According […]
‘Paralyzed’ Iraq War vet collected $201K in disability — until being caught jumping on a trampoline. Why the VA honor system is so vulnerable to fraud
A Washington Post exposé on veterans faking disabilities has raised concerns about the Department of Veterans Affairs’ $193-billion disability benefits program — and how much fraud is costing taxpayers and veterans who legitimately need care. The Post uncovered 30 cases of veterans who bilked the program system out of millions of dollars in the past […]
RBC poll finds Canadian entrepreneurship aspirations hit eight-year high, but official numbers lagging
Entrepreneurial ambition in Canada is rising to levels not seen since before the pandemic. According to the 2025 RBC Small Business Poll, 59% of Canadians say they aspire to own a business — the highest share since 2017. The findings suggest Canadians are not only dreaming of entrepreneurship but see it as a realistic path […]
Forget billionaire Charlie Munger’s rule about saving your first $100K — here’s why everything changes when you hit $20K, and how to take advantage
If you’re trying to build wealth, your first six figures in savings is a huge milestone. That’s according to the late billionaire Charlie Munger. “It’s a b—-, but you gotta do it,” Munger told investors at an annual Berkshire Hathaway meeting two decades ago. “I don’t care what you have to do — if it […]
I’m 63, getting divorced and feel completely off course. How do I save my retirement with just half my assets?
Divorce is often a stressful and difficult situation for couples, but what happens when you’re divorcing in your 60s and close to retirement age? To make this scenario more tangible, imagine Mark and Jen, a Mississauga couple who recently split after 35 years. Mark, 63, is worried about what the divorce means for his finances […]
Atlanta couple says their $22K ‘trip of a lifetime’ turned into disaster — and now they’re warning others. Would you pay up for a luxury cruise?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Spending $22,000 on a European river cruise was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime for Atlanta couple John and Rosemary Kaasa. After a major health scare, the 15-day voyage was meant to be a celebratory return to travel. Must […]
Pennsylvania man, 68, fraudulently collected $34K from Social Security by leaving out 1 key detail in his reports — now he faces 10 years in prison
A Pennsylvania man could spend up to a decade behind bars after admitting to defrauding the Social Security Administration (SSA) of more than $34,000. His case underscores not only the serious consequences of omitting information but also the wider problem of Social Security fraud in the U.S. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can […]
Trump has quietly bought up $100M in bonds since entering White House, report says. How to be on the ‘winning’ side of the President’s big bet
President Donald Trump has quietly purchased at least $103 million in corporate and municipal bonds since taking office in January, according to NBC News. [1] The filings from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) provide a rare glimpse into the president’s growing investment portfolio. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become […]
Kevin O’Leary once said Americans can survive on $500K and do ‘nothing else to make money’ — but that was 2 years ago. Does it work in 2025?
In 2023, Shark Tank host Kevin O’Leary made a surprising claim on YouTube: with the right investments and a modest lifestyle, a person can live comfortably on as little as $500,000. “It’s all about lifestyle,” he said. “You can live off half a million dollars in the bank and do nothing else to make money.” […]