‘What in the world are they doing?’: A Texas mayor says his city lost $1.7M in property taxes when a developer pulled off ‘one of the greatest frauds’. Here’s how they got away with it
Jim Ross, mayor of Arlington, Texas, was furious when he learned his city was losing millions of dollars yearly because of a real estate loophole allowing private developers to avoid paying property taxes. "I think it’s inappropriate at best. It’s underhanded," Ross said to CBS News. "I was pissed. I still am." Don’t miss I’m […]
‘Devastating to us’: These Massachusetts homeowners just got notice their homes are set to be destroyed — what homeowners need to know about their rights when it comes to eminent domain
Plans to replace the Sagamore Bridge, a major access point to Cape Cod, have sparked controversy as several homeowners face losing their properties to eminent domain. While many local drivers welcome the infrastructure improvements, affected residents are struggling with uncertainty about compensation, relocation and the impact on property values. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Rich New Yorkers keep flocking to this South Florida town — and it’s sparking a huge spike in home prices. Median listing now sits at $2,900,000. Here’s why the glitzy area so popular
Fleeing New York for Florida is a long-standing tradition among snowbirds and retirees. During the pandemic, many New Yorkers abandoned their cramped city apartments for the promise of sunshine and more space. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 of […]
‘I’m tired of Elon Musk’: This Tesla owner traded in his Model Y because he was ‘embarrassed to drive it’ — here’s how to effectively manage disputes with your dealership
After almost three years of owning a Tesla Model Y, Joe Romer traded in his car because he’s no longer a fan of Elon Musk. “I’m tired of Elon Musk and all of his garbage,” Romer told CNN in March, sharing his reason for wanting to trade in his car. “I’m getting rid of [my […]
‘Trump and Musk are trying to create chaos’: DOGE wanted to ban retirees from applying for Social Security over the phone — and then flip-flopped. Here’s where things stand today
What do you get when you mix anti-fraud crackdowns, a tech billionaire and millions of vulnerable Americans? A Social Security shake-up that’s creating plenty of anger and confusion. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), an estimated $1.6 trillion in Social Security benefits will be paid to almost 69 million Americans in 2025. These benefits […]
You’ve earned every dollar — make it count. Here are 6 strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money this tax season
There’s an old adage that goes something like, “What’s the difference between tax reduction and tax evasion? About five years in jail.” As a Canadian, you have the right to reduce the amount of income tax you pay, but what you can’t do is evade taxes. Even rich folks with accounts in Panama can get […]
50% of Canadian fear they’ll NEVER own a home as recession and interest rates crush buying hopes
“I don’t think I’ll ever own a home.” That’s the reality for half of Canadians — and two-thirds of millennials — who now see homeownership as a dream slipping out of reach. With recession fears rising and interest rates stuck in uncertainty, more and more working Canadians are stepping back from the housing market entirely. […]
I’m making decent money at 27 but was offered my dream job at a significantly lower salary. Are the financial implications worth getting to do what I love?
Imagine you’re 27 years old, have no college degree and have been working a desk job you hate for three years. You’re looking at decades more in the workforce doing a job you can’t stand — but you’re making $22 per hour plus benefits, so you’re doing OK financially. One day, the volunteer program you’ve […]
Atlanta man gets 12 years in prison for defrauding NBA star Dwight Howard out of $7 million. But it’s not just the rich and famous falling for these investment scams — how to protect yourself
Atlanta businessman Calvin Darden Jr., a career fraudster with previous convictions, is facing 12 years in prison for his latest scam, convincing former NBA player Dwight Howard to part with $7 million for a fake bid to purchase WNBA team the Atlanta Dream. Darden Jr. worked with Howard’s agent Charles Briscoe to convince the baller […]
Mike Rowe warns Americans that the ‘will to work’ is disappearing — says 6.8 million able-bodied men aren’t even looking for a job. Here’s why and what it means for US job market
Concerns about a lack of job-ready skills have dominated workforce debates, but Mike Rowe, CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, is pointing to another crisis: a diminishing desire to work. “The skills gap is real, but the will gap is also real,” said the 63-year-old former TV host in a recent interview with Fox Business. Don’t […]
