‘Don’t do it’: Dave Ramsey warns Phoenix homeowner considering a switch to solar as 30% tax credit sunsets — explains when the move is worth it
As the sun sets on the 30% federal tax credit for residential solar panels at the end of 2025, many homeowners are determining whether the cost eclipses the return on investment. One caller, Sid from Phoenix, Arizona, asked The Ramsey Show exactly that, prompting Dave Ramsey to issue a clear verdict: "Don’t do it." The […]
‘Let go of this dream’: LA woman makes $142K — but has $250K in bad debt and a $4,800 mortgage payment. Ramsey Show hosts call for drastic action
A woman in Los Angeles called into The Ramsey Show to ask if it was time to file for bankruptcy after racking up more than $230,000 in debt — despite earning $142,000 a year. She said her financial situation was causing her to lose sleep. She told the hosts that she is carrying approximately $115,000 […]
Broke on a $665K salary: This surgeon and his wife didn’t realize their advisor was charging a high fee until Ramit Sethi set things straight
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Jeff, 50, is a specialized surgeon. His wife Susan, 48, is a stay-at-home mom. Even though Jeff earns an enviable $665,000 a year, the couple — married 19 years — are still struggling to pay the bills. Finance expert Ramit Sethi […]
Burnout is rising among Canadians — and many say their workplace isn’t helping
Canadian workers are being exhausted at rising rates, with 39% saying they feel burnt out, up from 35% last year, according to a new national survey from Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) and Canada Life. Behind those numbers is a familiar story: Employees are struggling to keep up with workloads, stress and economic pressures — […]
TikToker goes viral warning her new Toyota requires a paid subscription to use basic features — is she right and are these services worth it?
Recently TikTok user @otwdesigncrystal shared a video complaining about alleged subscription costs for her new Toyota, and it got over a million views. [1] 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 […]
Canadians are losing record amounts to fraud — and that risk follows them overseas
Fraud and scams are not longer just a domestic problem. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Canadians reported 108,878 fraud incidents in 2024, with total losses exceeding $638 million — the highest on record. Don’t Miss Want to retire with an extra $1.3M? See how Dave Ramsey’s viral 7-step plan helps millions kill debt and […]
I’m 41, and with 2 young kids, I want to hire a house cleaner — but my husband, 42, says the cost could completely derail our retirement. Is he right?
Some couples swear that having a house cleaner has saved their relationship with each other and their kids. It ends debates over how to clean a bathroom, deal with socks on the floor and eliminate smells emanating from sports bags. But it may lead to new debates over whether it’s financially worth it. Must Read […]
Texas man asks if Venmo can fix America’s $37T debt. Dave Ramsey says everyone should pay their ‘fair share’ — but donations miss 1 major problem
Sometimes, the government just opens itself up for criticism with its actions. Which explains why The Ramsey Show’s Ken Coleman didn’t shy away from sharing his opinion about the public voluntarily paying down the U.S. government’s debt through Venmo. He even quoted Sir Anthony Hopkins from the film Legends of the Fall in response to […]
North Carolina man owes almost $1M after his business failed — and Dave Ramsey’s no-nonsense advice shows him where his priorities really belong
A $1 million mountain of debt is a tall order to conquer, but John from North Carolina called in to The Ramsey Show with that major challenge. His business failed and he owes money to just about everyone. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 […]
Someone I don’t know deposited $500 to my Zelle account — is there any harm in just keeping it?
Your phone pings, and you open Zelle to find $500 sitting in your account, but it isn’t from your employer, a friend or anyone you recognize. Instead, it’s from a stranger, sent through Zelle with no explanation. At first, it feels like an unexpected windfall. Who wouldn’t be tempted to think of it as free […]