Residents of this Las Vegas senior living complex say they’re feeling ‘overlooked and abandoned’ — why so many older Americans feel they have to choose between financial and physical security
Residents of a Las Vegas senior living complex are urging management to take action on what they’re calling unsafe living conditions. “We feel overlooked and abandoned,” residents of Acapella Senior Apartments wrote in a letter to corporate property management firm Ovation. In the letter, they complain of lack of security and unsafe living conditions. Retirement…
I’m 72 and rely solely on Social Security to survive. I always dreamed of leaving my home to my kids, but with $77K in credit card debt and mounting medical bills, is selling my only option?
Imagine this scenario: Christopher is a 72-year-old retiree with multiple medical conditions that limit his mobility. He has no retirement savings, so he’s living off Social Security alone and supplementing this income with credit cards. But now he’s racked up $77,000 in credit card debt and faces some hard choices. Don’t miss Thanks to Jeff…
BC-based grocer has managed to avoid selling U.S. produce for a whopping 117 days in what 1 expert is calling a ‘real’ boycott. But there are some challenges
A Victoria, BC-based grocer is sending a strong message amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada — going 117-plus days without selling any U.S.-grown fruits or vegetables, according to Global News. “We’re, you know, just really trying to promote the local farms,” Garth Green, general manager of Urban Grocer, told the news outlet.…
Melinda French Gates refuses to give 22-year-old daughter any money for her shopping business — despite $31 billion net worth. Do you agree with her reason?
With an estimated net worth of $30.7 billion, Melinda French Gates can easily bankroll her daughter’s business without breaking a sweat. But at a recent summit, the billionaire philanthropist confirmed she is not funding the new venture. Gates didn’t say which of her two daughters she was referring to, but 22-year-old Phoebe Gates recently launched…
‘We wanted to escape’: This Texas couple ditched the big city to build their dream home for $60,000 out of two 40-foot shipping containers — and they claim you can do it, too
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. Lexi Newkirk and her husband, Diego, weren’t interested in cramped city living. Instead, the young married couple from Austin, Texas, created their very own path to home ownership. “We…
I’m 60, ready for retirement with $1.2M saved. I plan to live off dividend income — not sell assets. Is this really more risky than a ‘total return’ approach?
At 60, if you have $1.2 million saved for retirement, you have more than double as much as most of your peers, according to Statistics Canada. But even though that’s a lot of money, it’s important to manage your sizeable nest egg carefully. You could try to live off of dividend income from your portfolio,…
This couple’s toxic ‘mother-son’ dynamic is ruining their finances — and Ramit Sethi blames their pasts for derailing any real future together
Money can be a major source of conflict for couples, and it’s not just about who pays for what. Sometimes, deeper dynamics can fuel resentment and erode trust. That’s the case for Taylor, 29 and Hayden, 25, who sought help from Ramit Sethi on an episode of the I Will Teach You To Be Rich…
Warren Buffett says the ‘best business to own’ can do this 1 special thing over an extended period of time — here are 3 prime examples in his current portfolio to build your own riches
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. Investing is a notoriously noisy industry, but Warren Buffett has always managed to cut through the clutter with his simple yet powerful advice. One of Buffett’s most overlooked nuggets…
I’m in my early 60s and I want to retire in 3 years or less — what are 5 financial boxes I need to check right now?
When retirement is scheduled within three years or less, you’re nearing the finish line and must do everything possible to end up in a good financial position. You don’t want to be in a situation where you’re ready to give notice, only to find yourself unprepared to thrive or even live comfortably once you no…
I’m 45 years old and thought I’d signed up for a ‘free’ prostate exam — until I was hit with a surprise $1,300 bill. Here’s how to avoid getting caught in this common medical trap
The visit itself seems routine — the doctor arrives on time, mentions the word “screening” repeatedly, and discusses your medical history. However, a week later, you receive a shocking bill. Don’t miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal…
