My parents have had to borrow $100K in the last 2 years to stay afloat. They’re only in their 50s and I’m scared bankruptcy is next. What can I do?
Usually, it’s parents who wonder about their kids’ financial stability as they begin navigating adulthood. But what if you’re 23 and worried about your 50-something parents because they’re deep in debt? You may be concerned if your parents, in their early 50s, had borrowed more than $100,000 in the past two years. This especially holds […]
‘These guys are buttholes’: Arizona man sick of his business partners but hesitates leaving $500K income behind — why Dave Ramsey says to get out ASAP
When Colin from Arizona wrote into The Ramsey Show, he was facing a dilemma that many business partners eventually encounter: when to walk away. Colin says he earns $500,000 a year from a company he helped build that brings in roughly $3 million annually. But despite the healthy income, his mental and emotional well-being has […]
Robert Kiyosaki warns of ‘massive unemployment’ in the US — says this 1 group of ‘smart’ Americans will get hit extra hard. Are you one of them?
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. Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has a sobering take on one of today’s hottest trends: artificial intelligence (AI). “BIGGEST CHANGE in MODERN HISTORY,” he declared in an […]
Some US drivers say oil changes now cost $100+. Struggling with the sticker shock? Here’s how to cut costs and save money at the mechanic’s
It’s a routine part of car maintenance, but some drivers are shocked to see their oil change bills climbing toward $100, even without extra repairs. “It’s ridiculous," one driver told CBS News. And there’s data to back it up: Yelp reportedly collected over 30,000 quotes showing the average cost for an oil change is now […]
California bakery had $212K go missing, bank account frozen over clerical error — owner pleaded but got nothing. Are banks legally allowed to do that?
Sarah Torres was counting on two government checks to keep her family-owned bakery afloat when an unfortunate mishap turned her business upside down. After depositing two Employee Retention Credit (ERC) checks from the U.S. Treasury worth $212,853, Torres discovered that not only were the checks placed on hold, but her entire business account was frozen. […]
The No. 1 rule for becoming a millionaire in America, according to Maria Bartiromo and this Ramsey Show host — will you ignore or follow it 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. Many Americans dream of becoming a millionaire, and most think they’ll need to be one to retire comfortably. According to the 2024 Planning & Progress Study published by Northwestern […]
‘Check washing’ is now costing Americans over $1 billion each year, says USPIS — how to spot the threat and protect yourself from becoming a statistic
Despite seeming retro, check fraud is experiencing a surprising resurgence, with criminals stealing billions of dollars through these schemes. According to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), "check washing" fraud is inflicting substantial financial damage on Americans. Postal inspectors report intercepting more than $1 billion in fraudulent checks and money orders annually. Despite the rise […]
Tennessee man gets scammed out of $26K after trying to buy 1963 Corvette on Facebook Marketplace — but how can folks still fall for fake listings?
An East Tennessee man’s dream of owning a classic 1963 Corvette turned into a $26,000 disaster after falling victim to a sophisticated Facebook Marketplace scam. The victim, Jim Maidens, a disabled former registered nurse and car enthusiast, wanted the true classic so much he was willing to pay the price, sight unseen. Trending Now Thanks […]
Two Ontario residents are out a combined $90k after they invested in private investment scams. Here’s how you can spot these enticing opportunities for what they are — theft
In the world of investing, the advice “if it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t,” is a cardinal rule — one that shouldn’t be broken unless there’s reason to do so. Unfortunately, two Ontario residents lost a combined $90,000 after investing with two private investment companies. And they think their money might be […]
Couple making $180K/year say they’re one mistake away ‘from losing everything’ — Ramit Sethi says their problem is a short-term mindset, ‘not math’
Dominique, 33, and Chris, 34, make a combined income of $180,000 per year — and while that may sound like a lot of money, they’re still living paycheck to paycheck. They’re one “f–ck-up away from losing everything,” Dominique told Ramit Sethi on his I Will Teach You To Be Rich podcast. At that moment, Chris […]