‘We want them back desperately’: US border communities losing millions in sales tax revenue as Canadian shoppers avoid US travel due to Trump’s tariffs and ’51st state’ rhetoric
There’s a long-standing tradition of Canadians crossing the border to shop at outlets and malls in the U.S. This is especially true in Erie and Niagara County, which are located near the border and feature top shopping destinations such as the Walden Galleria Mall and the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
Utah couple were both fired from their IRS jobs as part of DOGE cuts — husband says it was his ‘retirement plan.’ Here’s how to protect (and grow) your nest-egg even without a job
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. Hundreds of Ogden, Utah IRS employees are expected to be laid off in the coming months, reports KUTV. The layoffs are part of President Donald Trump and DOGE’s plan […]
Tech giant Nvidia’s market shake-up: What investors should know — and do — after the $277 billion drop
Nvidia Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has recently experienced significant fluctuations in its market valuation, underscoring the volatile nature of the technology sector. In January 2025, the company faced an unprecedented single-day market capitalization loss of approximately $600 billion, primarily due to emerging competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek. Despite this setback, Nvidia’s strategic […]
‘Beyond the pale’: Atlanta ‘phantom debt collector’ harassed people into paying him debts they didn’t owe — here’s how to protect yourself from being ‘violated’ by shady professionals
Having debt is never fun. And when a representative from a lender calls you asking for the amount you owe, your nerves may get the best of you. But what if you’re being harassed? Worse yet, for a debt you don’t really owe? Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement […]
‘That is the death’: Mark Cuban says ultra-rich Americans get lured into money pits like music labels and clothing companies — here’s his investment advice for steady gains
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. Celebrities and athletes often aim to turn fame into fortune, but billionaire investor Mark Cuban warns they often mismanage their earnings. During a podcast interview, Cuban shared blunt advice […]
At 65 and set to retire with $357,000 in the bank: How much money can you comfortably spend each year?
John spent the last 30 years working. Unfortunately, he didn’t save. To be honest, John only started saving over the last 15 years. Despite some obstacles, John managed to put away approximately $357,000. Now he’s a year away from celebrating his 65th birthday and he wants to know: Can I retire? John isn’t alone. Across […]
‘He’s gonna get what’s coming to him’: Rhode Island couple say Boston contractor pulled them away from taxpayer-funded projects with work on a personal investment property — and never paid up
He billed himself as Boston’s ADU expert — a contractor helping homeowners cash in on backyard rentals and basement conversions known as accessory dwelling units. But now, Derek Thomas of Incremental Developers is facing serious questions from clients and subcontractors who say he left them unpaid and projects unfinished, according to a report by NBC10 […]
I’m 31, make $117K/year, cover all household bills — yet my fiance refuses to chip in. Insists his cash is for ‘fun’ while I handle ‘responsibilities.’ Can I fix this before we get hitched?
For some, the road to marriage can look financially lopsided. Those in their 30s earning their fair share — say, more than $100,000 a year — may be used to covering 100% of their individual household expenses. However, it doesn’t typically feel good when a fiance refuses to contribute, claiming their money is only for […]
U.S. Senate passes ‘No Tax on Tips’ bill as Canada grapples with tipping fatigue and new rules
As tipping practices come under renewed scrutiny across North America, the U.S. Senate has voted to exempt thousands of workers from paying income tax on their tips — a move that comes just weeks after Quebec introduced new laws to rein in aggressive tipping prompts on payment terminals. For Canadians, the moment offers a chance […]
‘They knew what they were doing’: This New York man’s $25K jet ski was stolen off his driveway in broad daylight — and he believes the thieves jammed his security cameras to get away with it
While installing cameras around your home is a good way to protect your valuables from being stolen, thieves appear to be getting more sophisticated with their methods. Chris Montalbano of Long Island, New York learned this lesson the hard way. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should […]
