‘It might not be ideal’: This 60-year-old woman still dreams of owning her own home one day — but she only makes $2,800/month. Here’s what The Ramsey Show hosts told her to do ASAP
She’s debt-free, has some savings and no major expenses. But at 60, Andrea still isn’t sure she can buy a home or retire — and she called into The Ramsey Show to ask if it’s even possible. “I want to own a home and retire one day,” the Phoenix, Arizona resident told co-hosts George Kamel […]
LA drivers are waking up to lopsided cars after a string of tire thefts. Why thieves are now swiping only 2 wheels — and how you can protect your ride
Car theft is on the rise nationwide, but in Los Angeles, thieves are adding a twist — or rather, a wrench. Beverly Grove and the Fairfax District have seen a surge in tire thefts, with criminals swiping just two wheels instead of all four, leaving vehicles awkwardly stranded. Trending Now Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you […]
This 1 ‘demoralizing’ employment trend is locking computer science grads out of their industry — and minimum wage jobs won’t take them either. Are $165K tech jobs permanently at risk?
For years, we heard about the tech talent shortage — that there was a glut of jobs and not enough bodies to fill them. For students studying computer science, a bright future was on the horizon. Upon graduation, they could expect multiple job offers, high starting salaries and lots of perks, from free food and […]
Are you 65 and planning to retire this year? You may be facing a whooping $172,500 health care bill. Here’s what’s behind the sky-high expense
If you’re turning 65 and planning to retire in 2025, you may need to set aside more cash for medical costs than you expected. A new report from Fidelity Investments finds that the average 65-year-old retiree will need $172,500 to cover health care and medical expenses throughout retirement. That’s up 4% from last year’s estimate […]
Dave Ramsey just issued a blunt reality check to people under 40: ‘If you don’t retire a millionaire, that’s no one’s fault but yours.’ Here’s the math to hit $11,600,000 at 65
While the headlines have been dominated by a rollercoaster in the stock market, financial guru Dave Ramsey isn’t going doom and gloom. In fact, the radio host believes every young North American has a shot at becoming a millionaire. “If you’re under 40 years old and you don’t retire a millionaire, that’s no one’s fault […]
The US government is coming for millions of American paychecks — are you one of them? Here’s what to do if Uncle Sam garnishes your wages
Earlier this year, the Trump administration ended programs that gave a break to people who had fallen behind on their student loans. Now, those borrowers have to start paying again — and the government can take money directly from paychecks, tax refunds, or Social Security checks to collect what’s owed. These changes don’t just impact […]
Are you retiring before you start Social Security? Then you need to make 1 crucial change that could make (or break) your retirement — so do it ASAP
It’s easy to assume that a person’s retirement age and the age they start claiming Social Security neatly coincide. However, for many retirees, that’s simply not the case. While the average retirement age in 2024 was 62, according to a MassMutual survey, the average age of claiming Social Security is 65, according to AARP. That […]
Crushed by tuition costs? Here’s how to choose the right loan — and save thousands after graduation
Deciding between a student loan or a line of credit is one of the most important financial decisions Canadian university and college students need to make. To put this in perspective, the average debt at graduation was $17,900 for college and $28,000 for a Bachelor’s degree in 2022, according to Statistics Canada. Rising tuition and […]
Are you the ‘debt collector’ of your friends? Social outings make 65% of Americans overspend — and picking up the tab can cost more than you think
Picture this: you’ve just sat down at a restaurant with five of your closest friends. The group has decided to split the bill, and even though you’re on a budget and just want to order your own meal, you agree to contribute your share to the bill. But then the rest of the group decides […]
Three-quarters of Canadian business leaders are investing at least as much as their American competitors
Despite a challenging economic climate, Canadian business leaders remain bullish on investment, even outpacing their U.S. and global peers in some areas. But that optimism is tempered by a warning: Without urgent policy action, Canada risks falling behind where it matters most, productivity-enhancing technology. A new KPMG survey finds that three-quarters of Canadian executives say […]