This Costco item’s price soared 74% in 2 years before limits hit. Here’s how investors can still ride the boom
For bargain hunters, Costco has long been a go-to destination. Case in point: gold bars. In late 2023, Costco began selling two types of 1-ounce gold bars: the PAMP Suisse Lady Fortuna Veriscan bar and the Rand Refinery bar, priced at US$1,979.99 and US$1,949.99, respectively, according to Business Insider. Despite the hefty price tag, both […]
Former Google exec says the hype around AI’s impact is ‘100% crap’ — believes the ‘best at any job’ will stay. Are your fears real or overblown?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the global workforce, streamlining tasks, cutting costs and, in many cases, rendering entire roles obsolete. From factory floors to corporate offices, companies are integrating AI tools at a pace that’s forcing a reckoning across almost every industry. Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer at Google X, takes a far more […]
Florida veteran out $111K for unfinished pool after contractor took his money and disappeared — and he wasn’t the only victim. How to spot the red flags
When retired Army veteran Luis Angel Gomez hired Dreamscape Pools for his Hillsborough County, Florida home in 2023, he thought his backyard project would be straight-forward — as his niece’s was. But, unlike his niece’s experience, it turned into what Gomez calls his “biggest nightmare ever.” (1) Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can […]
Kevin O’Leary says investors can become millionaires if they do 1 crucial thing. Here’s what it is and how to do it
With an estimated personal fortune of US$400 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Kevin O’Leary is clearly a rich man. However, in a recent video posted on YouTube (1), the entrepreneur insists that the pursuit of money is not what drives him. “Yeah, I woke up rich one day but I didn’t care and now […]
California woman seeks Dave Ramsey’s advice after her husband lost their entire $1M nest egg — but Ramsey can’t overlook 1 concerning detail
Debra’s husband has a problem. He’s addicted to sports gambling and has frittered away almost $1 million of their savings. The Sacramento native, 69, called in to The Ramsey Show, expressing dismay and frustration — classifying her husband, 79, as a severe gambler. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord […]
Your hospital bill could be as much as 900% cheaper outside your home state — if you know how to ‘shop around’ for cheaper health care. Here’s how
It’s no secret that health care expenses can add up quickly. What might surprise you, though, is just how much costs can swing depending on the hospital you choose. A new report by Trilliant Health [1] highlights the wide gap. For example, ankle replacement surgery can cost anywhere from $22,011 to $197,057, depending on where […]
My wife is currently unemployed and offered to handle our finances — but then went behind my back and racked up $40K on my credit card. What can I do?
Some couples handle their finances together, while others opt to split the responsibilities. If you have an unemployed spouse, they may have offered to take over some household responsibilities to free up your time. And that could include managing your household’s finances. That’s fine if your spouse stays on top of bills. But what if […]
You’re doing better than around 50% of Americans if you check off just 1 of these 3 boxes — how do you stack up?
It’s easy, and fairly common, to feel like you’re lagging behind everyone else when it comes to finances. 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 I’m 49 years old and […]
Canadians are leaving thousands in free travel on the table — here’s how to turn your points into unforgettable trips
Despite stubbornly high interest rates and the rising cost of living, Canadians are still prioritizing travel. A recent Deloitte survey found that 67% of Canadians plan to take at least one leisure trip each year up from 62% from the year before. This rebound in travel spending is not necessarily driven by renewed consumer optimism. […]
Here are 4 hidden state taxes that often shock US retirees — and none of them are the income tax. Is Florida really as tax-friendly as you think?
Moving to another state to avoid income taxes can feel like solving one problem only to discover another. While you may avoid one type of tax, you may encounter others in unexpected places. There are nine states that can technically be considered “income tax-free,” according to TurboTax [1]: Alaska Florida Nevada South Dakota Tennessee Texas […]