I’m 72, rely solely on Social Security. I want to leave my home to my kids, but with $77K in debt and mounting medical bills, should I sell my house?
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. Trending Now Thanks to Jeff […]
This South Carolina mom of 3 was left to run an entire Burger King for over 12 hours by herself — and now she’s been fired. Here’s what happened
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. A woman who went viral after being left to fend for herself as the only employee at a Burger King restaurant for over 12 hours is now out of […]
US home values are on the rise as median home prices hit $435K — but these 4 major cities are bucking that trend. Should buyers be taking advantage?
Becoming a homeowner may feel like a part of the American Dream that is out of reach for many Americans amid rising U.S. home prices. The National Association of Realtors reported that in June, the median existing U.S. home sale price rose to $435,300, marking the highest price for the group on record. And while […]
I’m considered middle class, but I feel like I’m just 1 crisis away from total financial collapse — what do I need to do to pull ahead for real?
The American middle class is shrinking. While 61% of Americans were considered middle class in 1971, that number fell to 51% by 2023, according to Pew Research [1]. Trending Now Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants […]
7 ways to invest with little money and get big returns
Let me share a secret: you don’t need to be rolling in dough to start investing. Some wealth managers prefer clients who have six (or seven!) figures to invest. But guess what? Times have changed and technology has opened the door to DIY investing. You can easily start investing without a sizeable sum or a […]
A Washington man who was tricked into believing his Social Security Number was stolen was then scammed out of over $500,000 — here’s how to protect yourself from this slick scam
It’s a scam so convincing that it’s raked in millions from unsuspecting residents across Washington State, including one victim who lost a jaw-dropping $870,000. Con artists posing as government agents are using high-pressure, fear-fueled tactics to trick victims into handing over huge sums. Many of the scams involve references to victims’ Social Security. Trending Now […]
A North Carolina couple bought a home — then broke up and now no one’s paying the mortgage. Here’s what the Ramsey Show hosts said to do
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. Janelle from Raleigh, North Carolina, says she “did the ultimate no-no” when she bought a house with someone to whom she wasn’t married. After about a year, they broke […]
Canadians are leaving thousands in free travel on the table — here’s how to turn your points into unforgettable trips
Despite stubbornly high interest rates and the rising cost of living, Canadians are still prioritizing travel. A recent Deloitte survey found that 67% of Canadians plan to take at least one leisure trip each year up from 62% from the year before. This rebound in travel spending is not necessarily driven by renewed consumer optimism. […]
Crushed by rising costs? Here are 6 proven ways Canadian students can save big and stress less at university
Going to university is financially stressful, but with the right approach to budgeting combined with smart spending habits, you can ease the stress and figure out a realistic budget. In 2023, the average undergraduate tuition in Canada was $6,834 per year, and when you add housing, food, transportation, and books, the typical student spends between […]
Texas mom’s son, 14, is begging to gamble online like ‘everyone’ at school. Dave Ramsey thinks he’s exaggerating — but data shows she’s right to worry
On a recent Ramsey Show call, Victoria from Texas asked how to handle her 14-year-old son’s plea to use his own money for online gambling. She said the teen claimed everyone at school was doing it. “He’s lying,” host Dave Ramsey replied. “Not everyone is gambling. He’s exaggerating because he’s 14.” [1] Trending Now Thanks […]