The DEA seized $8K from Georgia man at Atlanta airport — then he spent $15K in legal fees to get it back. Here’s how a judge ruled on the case. Fair?
Brian Moore Jr. was heading to Los Angeles to shoot a music video when Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officers stopped him at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. His hair was dyed green at the time, and he was carrying thousands of dollars in cash. “They told me that I looked suspicious, and they were just going […]
Elon Musk blasted US government for taxing ‘the living daylight’ out of Americans. Here’s the #1 way to get rich without getting crushed by Uncle Sam
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. They say the only certainties in life are death and taxes — but Tesla CEO Elon Musk thinks Americans are getting far more than their fair share of the latter. “You get taxed on what you earn, you get taxed on […]
I’m 66 years old, retired, and I own a house in Fort Worth. I have $143,000 cash that I’d like to invest for my retirement. What should I do with it?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. A comfortable home and a healthy nest egg are crucial for ensuring financial security in retirement. With $143,000 in cash, it’s important to avoid letting it sit idle, as inflation and missed opportunities could erode its value. But what should you […]
This Denver doctor was hit by a car, then a $63K bill when her insurer denied her coverage. Here are her tips on fighting back if it happens to you
This past February, when physician Dr. Lauren Hughes headed to her Denver clinic, she was shocked to end up dealing with her own emergency — and the hospital bill that came with it. Another driver T-boned her Subaru. She was raced to the nearest emergency department at Platte Valley Medical Center. Must Read Real Estate: […]
Amazon announces Prime membership changes — users outside of an account holder’s household are now cut off. What you need to know
Amazon Prime members are now only able to share shipping perks with people who live under the same roof as them. As of October, those privileges can no longer be shared with anyone outside of a Prime member’s household. The Prime Invitee program, which made this possible, has been replaced by Amazon Family [1]. Must […]
NYC grad thought she was paying down her student loans — until she found out they were in forbearance. How to make sure it doesn’t happen to you
When student loan servicers change hands, the transition can lead to major headaches — just ask Annie Nova in New York City. Nova is a reporter for CNBC, and since finishing grad school in 2017, had been making loan payments to Nelnet, her student loan servicer, until her loans were suddenly transferred to a new […]
Panera is rolling out a better customer experience to woo back diners who’ve had it with the chain’s shrinkflation. Will it win the ‘value wars’?
For the past few years, the only thing rising at Panera Bread has been the prices. Everything else has been shrinking. That includes the staffing, sandwiches and — not surprisingly — the customer base and revenue, which fell 5% to $6.1 billion last year, as CNBC reports. Panera CEO Paul Carbone is brutally honest about […]
Best towns to live in BC
It’s called Beautiful British Columbia for a reason. If you’ve been contemplating a move out to Canada’s west coast, don’t worry! There is something for everyone in BC. From world-famous mountains to the cool Pacific Ocean breeze, BC has some of the best places to live in Canada. If you’re flirting with a change of […]
You’re not imagining things — your credit card rewards are shrinking. Here’s what’s behind the alarming slide
Americans love their credit cards — and the rewards that come with them. From cash back to airline miles, some people go all in, juggling multiple cards and tracking points just to score perks they might never splurge on otherwise, such as flying business class. In 2024, 81% of U.S. adults had a credit card, […]
This new app turns your coffee runs and grocery bills into real home savings
A new fintech platform has come online, allowing Canadians to save for housing by converting their daily purchases into contributions toward rent deposits and down payments. Toronto-based startup Quarters announced the launch of its “Home Savings Rewards” program last week, which it says is the first of its kind in Canada. Unlike traditional loyalty platforms […]