Think you’re ‘middle class’ in America? This income level says you’re probably wrong
The term ‘“middle class” is often discussed but rarely defined. It’s a term the majority of Americans would use to define themselves, yet most people don’t know whether their household truly fits into this category. Based on the Pew Research Center’s analysis of government data, roughly 49% of Americans don’t actually fall into the middle […]
I’m 39 and saddled with $25K in student loan and credit card debt. The monthly payments are absolutely crushing me — I don’t even have any retirement savings. How do I manage this mess?
When most people are in their 30s, there’s a lot of pressure to be in good financial standing. But what if you’re $25,000 in debt from a mix of student loans and credit card balances, and you only make $4,000 a month? If those monthly payments are stretching you thin, that likely means you haven’t […]
Canadian small businesses’ confidence is at an all-time low amid US trade tensions
A lot of Canadians are reasonably on edge lately, with US president Donald Trump’s continued talk of annexing Canada and various tit-for-tat tariff threats lobbed back and forth across the border. That tension has been reflected in Canadian businesses, with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s Business Barometer crashing to an all-time low in […]
Tony Robbins just blasted this 1 popular approach to Social Security in America — calls it ‘disaster’ that seriously risks running out of cash. Are you falling into this trap, too?
Tony Robbins, the well-known motivational speaker, warns that the most popular approach to Social Security is also the most dangerous. On his blog, he says relying on the program as the foundation of your retirement plan is a “recipe for disaster." Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what […]
More than 8 million lucky Americans are receiving ‘inflation refund checks’ from a pool of $2 billion — but they’re only for residents in 1 state. Who’s eligible and how much will they get?
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. Many Americans have felt the sting of rising prices over the past few years. Now, millions are set to receive a surprise boost to their bank accounts — part […]
Millions of Americans in their 20s are jobless — but are ‘worthless degrees’ and a system of broken promises really to blame? Here’s what’s behind the catastrophic rise of NEETs
When many people picture someone aged 16 to 24, they imagine a student buried in books or a young adult starting their first job. But for more than 4.3 million Gen Zers, neither is true — they’re not in school, not working, and increasingly unsure where they fit in. That’s according to the latest report […]
This 43-year-old Detroit native enjoys a ‘very relaxed’ life in Oman on $44K/year — eating out and traveling regularly. Here’s why she won’t move back to the US
For Detroit native Nicole Brewer, moving to Oman was never on her radar. She had been teaching English as a second language in South Korea for three years, but by 2012 was ready for a change. While looking for jobs in the Middle East, her first thought was Dubai. “Because, you know, obviously everybody knows […]
‘They put the fear of God in me’: Albuquerque woman, 67, lost her life savings to an Apple phishing scam — now she ‘can’t remake that money to retire.’ What she wishes she’d done differently
Losing your life savings can be devastating, especially when you’re close to retirement. But for one Albuquerque resident, Judy Hartmann-Ortiz, it’s all the more painful because she was scammed out of the money. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 […]
‘Republicans now hate us in California more than ever’: Is California’s dreaming of secession legit or is the state just fed up with federal government?
Are you an American planning to stay at the Hotel California? Well, bring your alibis — and maybe your passport too. For the third time, supporters of what’s known as “CalExit” are attempting to get a measure on the ballot that asks California voters a once unthinkable question: Should the state secede from the United […]
10 best neighbourhoods in Vancouver
Vancouver is one of Canada’s most coveted (if expensive) places to live in Canada, thanks to its temperate weather, its stunning and varied landscapes and a reputation for prioritizing a laid-back approach to life. The city also boasts an array of vibrant communities, each with its own unique personality, lifestyle and advantages. Whether you’re a […]
