Texas woman’s dad sold his $1.3M home to her for $50K — but now he’s having money problems and wants a monthly allowance. What Dave Ramsey says to do
It’s not uncommon for parents to help their adult children with the purchase of a house, but sometimes that monetary gift can set the parents back more than they expected. Take Jenna’s father, for example. Jenna, who lives in San Antonio, recently called in to The Ramsey Show with a family problem. (1) Must Read […]
For 40% of Americans, the dreaded financial ‘rainy day’ is every day — how to find shelter from the ‘financial vortex’ and start saving for retirement
More Americans are finding themselves trapped in a perpetual financial rainy day, with competing expenses that make it very difficult to get ahead. In its 2025 Retirement Survey & Insights Report, Goldman Sachs found that approximately 40% of Americans report living paycheck to paycheck with no flexibility to put aside savings at the end of […]
Focus on these 3 ‘magic numbers’ to become a millionaire in Canada — how do you stack up?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. 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. There’s simply so much wealth-building advice out there that it’s easy to feel a little […]
Nearly half of Americans ‘aren’t ready to retire’, study reveals — here’s why making a plan for income in retirement is crucial for your golden years
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Without a well-defined plan for spending in retirement, Americans could be facing unexpected and unnecessary stress. An Allianz Life Insurance study reveals that only 44% of Americans have a retirement income plan. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now […]
Kevin O’Leary’s 1 golden piece of money advice — says it will make you a millionaire even on $68K income. Are you leaving potential riches behind?
Former Dragon’s Den panelist Kevin O’Leary delivered often harsh and blunt criticisms to entrepreneurs appearing on the show, backing everything from guitars and gloves, to storage solutions and even an unusual underwear line. But when it comes to teaching his own kids about money, his advice is surprisingly simple. “What piece of advice do I […]
1 in 4 new car trade-ins are now ‘underwater’ — a 4-year high as more owners drag major debt into new buys. Here’s how to avoid drowning in auto loans
A growing share of car owners are underwater on their auto loans, reports the car-buying resource Edmunds. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of […]
‘Paralyzed’ Iraq War vet collected $201K in disability — until being caught jumping on a trampoline. Why the VA honor system is so vulnerable to fraud
A Washington Post exposé on veterans faking disabilities has raised concerns about the Department of Veterans Affairs’ $193-billion disability benefits program — and how much fraud is costing taxpayers and veterans who legitimately need care. The Post uncovered 30 cases of veterans who bilked the program system out of millions of dollars in the past […]
‘The most bang for your buck’: Dave Ramsey divulged the 2 things Americans need to invest in to become millionaires — is he right on the money?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. In an episode of The Ramsey Show, Dave Ramsey shared that “the number one and two reason people become millionaires is they’re investing in their retirement and their paid off home.” According to him, “these are the two elements of the […]
Amazon launches ‘price-conscious’ grocery line of items priced under $5 — but will it be able to deliver on the deals Americans are hungry for?
Amazon is serving up a new value menu for inflation-weary shoppers. The company’s latest move, a private-label line called “Amazon Grocery,” combines products once sold under Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly into a single brand with more than 1,000 items, most priced under $5. (1) Buyers can expect to find everyday staples such as snacks, […]
I’m 61 and plan to retire in 2 years with $750K saved — but I’m terrified of running out of money if I live longer than expected. What should I do?
One of the biggest questions about retirement is figuring out how much you’ll need to live on. There is no one-size-fits-all number, as not everybody has the same debts, health, hobbies, aspirations and spending habits. Then there’s age, a big factor that’s overlooked, mainly because we have little control over it. Some people don’t make […]