Trump made 1 big move to make America the ‘crypto capital of the world’. Here’s what he did and 3 ways to take advantage of it
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Donald Trump wasted no time making cryptocurrency a centerpiece of his presidency. During his campaign, Trump vowed to make America the crypto capital of the world, and since taking office on January 20, he has made good on that promise. One […]
Over 7 in 10 Americans say monthly debt blocks them from saving and building wealth, poll finds. Can these 4 strategies break the cycle?
If you feel like your debt is keeping you from saving or building wealth, you’re not the only one. According to a survey from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), which shared figures with CNBC, a whopping 71% of American adults agree that monthly debt gets in the way of building of savings and […]
1 in 6 American parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children. Here’s why — and how vaccine hesitancy can hit your bottom line
A recent poll by The Washington Post and Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) revealed that 1 in 6 American parents have delayed or skipped at least one childhood vaccine, not counting the flu and COVID-19 shots (1). And 9% of the surveyed parents also admitted to skipping core vaccinations, like polio or measles, mumps and rubella […]
Michigan woman says her siblings taught their kids to call her ‘Big Money’ since she’s become debt-free — but Dave Ramsey says it’s no laughing matter
Dave Ramsey had some very blunt words for the family of a woman who recently sent in a question to his show. So harsh, in fact, that Rachel Cruze, his cohost and daughter, questioned whether he’d put his own advice into practice. Suzy from Michigan says that her and her husband are in a good […]
Understanding the biggest sales events of the year: Amazon Prime Day vs Black Friday vs Cyber Monday vs Boxing Day
In today’s retail landscape, specific sale events dominate the shopping calendar. In Canada, the biggest sale days are Boxing Day, Black Friday (and its sister Cyber Monday), along with Amazon Prime Day. Each sales event offers unique opportunities to save on everything from electronics to everyday essentials. For savvy shoppers, understanding the differences between each […]
Americans aged 60 plus lost over $4.8B to crypto scams in 2024, says FBI — here’s how you can spot them and protect your retirement savings
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. In 2024, 147,127 Americans aged 60 and older reported falling victim to scams, losing a staggering $4.885 billion. The common thread? Cryptocurrencies. Digital currency scams accounted for over 33,000 of those complaints and $2.839 billion in losses across that age group. […]
Suze Orman warns these 4 financial blunders will set you back in a major way — here’s her advice on how to ‘be extra strong’ with your money
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Best-selling personal finance author and TV personality Suze Orman has been inspiring Americans to make better money moves and avoid serious financial mistakes for decades. With inflation continuing to put pressure on American wallets, she recently urged her readers to be […]
US ranchers blast Trump’s idea to import more beef from Argentina — even GOP urges ‘put Americans first.’ Why his biggest backers now feel betrayed
For some U.S. cattle ranchers, President Donald Trump’s plan to import Argentinian beef is tougher to swallow than a $2 steak. The administration says the plan is designed to help lower grocery prices for American consumers amid record-high beef inflation. But cattle ranchers — including many in GOP strongholds — argue it could do more […]
The new 2025 ‘retire comfortably’ number is in. Here’s what Canadians feel they need — and why 95% of us are falling well short of that goal
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. How much do you think you’ll need to retire? Based on recent studies, the average Canadian thinks they’ll need about $1.42 million for a comfortable retirement. Fidelity Canada’s 2025 Retirement Report indicates that people over 45 feel that they’ll need $1.02 […]
How low will they go? Toronto house prices are falling
The Greater Toronto Area’s real estate market is losing some of its pandemic-era steam, and experts say that could be good news for buyers who have been waiting for prices to cool. Royal LePage now predicts home prices will fall 3% by the end of 2025 compared to last year, signalling that even as interest […]