This San Francisco man purchased 1 small Costco product in April of 2024 — then resold it for a $600 profit only 11 months later. Here’s what he bought and how to mimic his savvy move
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. Everyone knows Costco is a great place to stock up — whether you’re in the mood for a giant cheesecake or a kayak you didn’t plan to buy. But […]
‘Currently not receiving payments’: Social Security website glitch sparks panic — SSI recipients left in the dark as DOGE cuts hit administration hard
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits to help cover everyday expenses. This includes not only retirees but also individuals with disabilities and those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) due to low income. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are […]
‘I get euphoric’: Warren Buffett once said he ‘loves it’ when the US stock market does this one thing — and highlights a ‘huge advantage’
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. In the wake of President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff announcements markets have see-sawed as investors try to find their footing — but depending on your investment perspective this might […]
I spent years building up $27,000 in my 401(k) but lost track of it when I switched jobs — now my old company won’t help me find the account. Is this even legal?
Imagine working day-in day-out, dutifully contributing money to a 401(k) for years — and then losing track of the money when you leave your job. Mortifying, but also extremely common. In fact, in 2023, Capitalize estimated 29.2 million 401(k) accounts were lost or forgotten across America, containing $1.65 trillion in assets. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
‘We have a huge problem’: A Chicago man says squatters moved into his home right before a showing and refused to leave — here’s why police didn’t initially intervene
Steven Brill was excited to list his freshly renovated Tinley Park, Illinois home for sale. But shortly after posting the listing, his real estate agent called him to report a startling discovery — a family of four, complete with two dogs, had already moved into Brill’s home without permission. "I put the house on the […]
My aunt, 69, recently confessed she lost her entire $270K life savings in a romance scam. I want justice but she’s mortified and refuses to go to the police — where does she go from here?
With the increasing popularity of dating apps and social media, romance scams have been on the rise in recent years. Back in 2022, approximately 70,000 Americans had reportedly been victimized in a romance scam, with the financial losses totalling around $1.3 billion, according to the Federal Trade Commission. And while that number of victims may […]
‘The solution isn’t to abandon markets’: BlackRock’s Larry Fink is betting on a new wave of investment as a cure for economic anxiety. What he’s selling and what it means for your portfolio
Just when people are more worried than ever about their investments, even to the point of cashing them out, BlackRock Inc. CEO Larry Fink says it’s time to go all in. But he has a specific investment in mind: private equity, also known as alternative investments. BlackRock (BLK) has long been known for its low-cost […]
What you should know before you choose auto insurance in Canada
You’ve spent days researching and you think you’ve finally found the perfect car for you. You’re ready to drive it off the lot and into freedom. There’s just one slight snag: You can’t drive your dream car anywhere because you don’t have auto insurance. Auto insurance is one of those pesky financial necessities in life. […]
‘We have hit a wall’: Kevin O’Leary has bet 19% of his portfolio on crypto — but he says Congress needs to pass these 2 bills to set off a trillion-dollar breakthrough
Kevin O’Leary has come a long way from the time he called Bitcoin “garbage.” Now, the Shark Tank judge tells Moneywise, cryptocurrency-related assets make up 19.4% of his portfolio. Besides coins and tokens, he also owns stakes in “picks and shovels” — that is, platforms and exchanges that deal in crypto. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
Almost every millionaire in America owns these 5 simple things. You may have most of them already — and you could have them all
According to the Federal Reserve, the average net worth among U.S. households in 2022 was $1,063,700. However, the median net worth was only $192,900, which suggests that most Americans are not that close to being millionaires. That being said, millionaires tend to have similar money habits to everyday Americans that helped them get to where […]
