Wisconsin mom-to-be sick of watching her fiance float his financially irresponsible parents — but Ramsey Show hosts argue it’s not the in-laws’ fault
We’ve all heard hundreds of stories of grown children with failure-to-launch syndrome who are still being supported by their parents. But it’s not unheard of for the reverse to be true — and grown kids who support their parents face unique financial and emotional challenges. Amy from Wisconsin recently called The Ramsey Show to ask […]
Dallas woman wants to buy an RV to live in with her husband, toddler and 2 dogs — but with only $2.5K in savings and $40K in debt, The Ramsey Show hosts have serious concerns about her plan
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Sometimes, when you’re in dire financial straits, your parents can bail you out. That’s what happened to Rachel from Dallas, Texas, who recently called into The Ramsey Show (1) looking for advice. Rachel’s home flooded in 2023, so her parents helped […]
US investors are pouring billions into ETFs — but these 3 big mistakes are quietly eroding their retirement returns. Are you making any?
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have soared in popularity in recent years. And the funds are adding up. In the first six months of 2025, ETFs collected $540 billion in new money, according to Morningstar. (1) As investors pour money into ETFs, more are coming to market. In the first half of 2025, 464 new ETFs were […]
Electricity prices have surged 6% since 2024 — and are expected to keep rising. How to avoid burning through your nest egg to keep warm in retirement
Americans of all income levels don’t need a Consumer Price Index (CPI) number to tell them that prices are continuing to rise, and at an increasing rate. They see it every day. The bottom 60% of American earners can’t achieve a “minimal quality of life” that offers “opportunity, dignity and the ability to pursue one’s […]
Labubus are causing a collector frenzy, as 1 rare doll sells for $150K. But can the hype hold or will the plushie soon go the way of the Beanie Baby?
Collecting stuffed toys isn’t exactly groundbreaking. But if you’ve noticed a mischievous little elf-monster dangling from someone’s handbag or even a scuffle breaking out in the toy aisle, you’ve probably crossed paths with the Labubu — this season’s unlikeliest It item. Just ask Manna Wang, a Hong Kong insurance agent who went so far as […]
A California woman accidentally tipped $5K instead of $5 at a vape shop — and it took a year for Wells Fargo to help. What to do if it happens to you
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Americans have long grumbled about tipping culture — but now digital checkout screens are turning that frustration into full-blown financial disasters. Sometimes, the issue isn’t just pressure to tip — it’s how easy it is to make a costly mistake. Nearly […]
Nebraska woman found 4 tracking devices in her car, leading police to her abusive ex — and helping uncover a dangerous loophole in state stalking laws
Getting stalked is terrifying, but realizing how it’s happening can be just as disturbing. That’s what one Nebraska woman discovered while searching for her lost AirPods between the seat and armrest of her car. Instead of earbuds, she pulled out a tracking device she didn’t recognize, definitely didn’t install. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, […]
Regrets, they’ve had a few — here’s what this Gen Z writer says he learned from sitting down with 200 retirees to ask about the rocky roads they walked before settling into retirement
Are you thinking about retirement? Do you have a solid plan in place? If you don’t, you might find the wisdom shared with 24-year-old Business Insider reporter Noah Sheidlower in his article, “What I learned from 200 retirees,” interesting. After reading through 4,500 responses to a retirement survey and interviewing 200 retirees, the Gen Z […]
Minnesota woman finds $17K debt on her credit report from a company card. Dave Ramsey says it happens ‘all the time’ — and tells her to do this ASAP
It’s one thing to see a debt you recognize on your credit report. It’s another to find a debt you never took on — and shouldn’t be responsible for. That’s what happened to Amy from Minnesota, who called into The Ramsey Show for advice. [1] Amy and her husband had worked hard to get financially […]
52% of Americans are stuck living paycheck to paycheck, says new Ramsey Solutions report — and they don’t expect relief anytime soon. Here’s why
More than half of U.S. adults have been living paycheck to paycheck for over a year — and don’t hold out much hope for financial improvement in the future, according to a new report from Ramsey Solutions. The report, entitled The State of Personal Finance in America (Q2 2025), reveals that while fewer households are […]