Rate cuts aren’t bringing relief: why home affordability in Canada is still out of reach
Despite interest rates trending downward and home prices slipping in some cities, the dream of homeownership in Canada remains elusive for many. For would-be buyers watching the Bank of Canada ease its key interest rate in recent months, bringing it to 3.25% in early 2025, there was hope that a long-awaited window of opportunity might […]
‘My father built that house’: Houston senior says squatter is suing her after taking over home that’s been in her family for 70 years — by using a ‘legal backdoor’ to claim possession
A decades-old family home is now the center of a high-stakes legal showdown after a Houston woman says a man squatting on the property filed an adverse possession lawsuit, essentially claiming it as his own. Glory Gendrett says her family’s roots run deep in the Sunnyside neighborhood, where her father built the home on Clover […]
This North Carolina man received an envelope full of gravel — among 20 other mysterious packages he didn’t order. He says he’s ‘stuck in a loop’ of a ‘brushing’ scam. Here’s how it works
Thomas Dement of Wake Forest, North Carolina, is no stranger to online shopping deliveries. But recently, he’s been inundated with packages that he didn’t order — and some don’t even have his name on them. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here […]
Prices don’t go down: Jerome Powell says it’s too early to debate monetary policy as economy remains solid – but that optimism is not being felt in American households
Despite policy shifts under the Trump administration — from tariffs to immigration to federal spending — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the U.S. economy remains on solid footing. While the long-term effects of the policy changes continue to unfold, Powell signaled no urgency to adjust monetary policy, citing a strong labor market and easing […]
What’s the best second credit card (and how do you choose it?)
Your credit card works hard – but is it working smart? For most Canadians, that first piece of plastic sitting in your wallet is leaving money on the table. The savviest cardholders know that strategically adding a second credit card isn’t about doubling your credit; it’s about eliminating the blind spots in your debt repayment […]
Here’s how to erase your info from the internet for free — and stop ‘nefarious actors’ from stealing your identity, savings
It’s easy to think of identity theft as something that won’t happen to you. Unfortunately, it’s all too common — with a case reported every 22 seconds. Last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 1.1 million online reports of identity theft, but the actual figures are more staggering than that. Don’t miss […]
A shocking 50% of America’s parents with adult kids still support them financially — to the tune of $1,500/month. But it’s having a disastrous impact on retirement plans. Do this instead
The cost-of-living crisis has pushed many young Americans to rely on the bank of mom and dad to make ends meet. According to a recent report by Savings.com, roughly 50% of Americans with children over 18 provide regular financial support. On average, these young adults received $1,474 in monthly support, with the average Gen Z […]
This Florida dad revealed shocking $1,400 price tag to take family to Disney World — for just 1 day. How the ‘outrageous’ costs add up fast (plus 5 smarter ways to spend your vacation cash)
Walt Disney World is often called the “Happiest Place on Earth,” but lately it’s also looking like one of the most expensive. In a recent viral video on X, formerly Twitter, an unnamed father of three shared his family’s total expenses for a trip to the theme park, which left many users shocked. Altogether, the […]
I just discovered my dad owes $200,000 to the IRS, hasn’t filed taxes in years, and has a lien on the house my mom paid for. How can I protect her and should I even help him fix this mess?
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. The IRS requires most Americans to file a tax return every year to ensure they’re up to date on the taxes they owe. The IRS typically won’t knock on […]
This Houston woman lost her grandmother’s home to a title theft scheme involving at least 37 properties. Why scammers can easily perpetrate this fraud — and how to protect your property
Alba Martinez wasn’t supposed to be transferring a property deed, but was caught on camera at the Harris County Clerk’s Office trying to do just that. A clerk turned her away, though, and for good reason. A judge recently signed a restraining order blocking Alba and her husband, Jarin, from any deed transfers, reported Houston’s […]
