“Poof, just like that, 90% of my freelance income had vanished”: How I’m adapting after Trump’s tariffs hurt my small business
I don’t work in the automotive or steel industry, but the tariffs that Trump has put into place have still managed to negatively impacted my small business. I don’t provide a tangible product, I provide a service — I write content and articles for the pet industry. But these tariffs have a trickle down effect, […]
This finance personality freed herself from $300K in debt — by replacing her shame with strategy. Here’s how she helps others find purpose in their finances through ‘curiosity’
You might recognize her as @TheBudgetnista on TikTok, sharing money wisdom with warmth and wit. But Tiffany Aliche’s impact goes far beyond viral videos. Before the books, the interviews and the online following, she was on the ground teaching women, particularly women of color, how to navigate financial systems not built with them in mind. […]
Warren Buffett once said he’d buy a ‘couple hundred thousand’ American homes — and he’d take out 30-year mortgages to do it. Here’s how to ‘load up’ on US real estate in 2025
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. Back in 2012, Warren Buffett told CNBC that if there was a way to buy thousands of single-family homes at once, and to manage them easily, he would “load […]
Utah couple arrested at their 27,000 sq ft mansion for allegedly running $300M scam smuggling oil from Mexico — what schemes like these mean for average American consumers
James Lael and Kelly Anne Jensen’s sprawling, $9-million mansion in Sandy, Utah is the kind of luxury home out of reach to the average American — but not to the long arm of the law. According to a KSL-TV report, U.S. Marshals arrested the couple at their 27,000-square-foot property in late April as part of […]
Here are 7 ‘bad assets’ that could cause you to retire poor in America — how many do you own?
You probably know the importance of retiring with a hefty, well-diversified portfolio of assets. But what if you’ve spent some of your money accumulating things that look like ‘assets’ but are actually hidden liabilities. Here are the top seven tempting but deceptive money drains that many people trap themselves into before retirement. Don’t miss I’m […]
Trump has a plan to abolish the IRS forever — here are 5 crucial things it could mean for your money
After rushing to file your taxes before the April 15 deadline, the fantasy of living in a world without the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) might feel especially tempting. It’s certainly on the mind of President Donald Trump, who wants to “abolish the IRS,” according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Chicago’s ‘Superstation to Nowhere’: The infamous Block 37, how Elon Musk is connected, and why it’s been dubbed an ‘abandoned money pit’ after costing taxpayers more than $400 million
If you were to visit Chicago’s Block 37 in the Loop area of downtown, you’ll find a nice shopping and entertainment complex that also includes residential housing. But underneath the ground sits a massive waste of taxpayer dollars that NBC 5 Chicago has dubbed “The Superstation to Nowhere.” Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast)
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. So, you’ve left planning for your golden years to the mid-century mark — don’t worry. You’re not the only one. About 20% of Americans aged 50 and older have […]
Forget Florida — these two unexpected states are the new retirement hot spots, offering lower costs, tax perks and a better quality of life for retirees
Retirees are flocking to certain states in large numbers. While their motivations aren’t entirely clear, the growing cost of living — especially property taxes — is a likely factor. A John Burns Research and Consulting study ranked states based on their highest and lowest median property tax rates. While it can be tempting to save […]
‘It felt like a miracle’: This Massachusetts couple in their 80s were days away from losing their home of 24 years — until a reporter stepped in. Here’s what US homeowners should know
After almost a decade of fighting to stay in their Lynn, Massachusetts home, Joe and Kathy Cavaliere had given up hope. They faced foreclosure on their home of 24 years. Just days away from being evicted, the couple, in their 80s, began packing their things. “This has been the center of our family,” Kathy told […]
