A North Carolina woman bought a house with her boyfriend — but then they broke up and both stopped paying the mortgage. Facing foreclosure, here’s what The Ramsey Show hosts say she should do
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 up and she moved out. Now, they’re four months behind in mortgage payments, haven’t been able to sell the house and are facing foreclosure. She’s also […]
‘That is a bath right there’: This Atlanta dad splurged on a $60K car — now it’s only worth $30K but he still owes $57K. Here’s how the Ramsey Show hosts suggest he get clean again
Terrence from Atlanta has a budget problem, and he knows it. The Georgia father recently called in to The Ramsey Show seeking advice on how to get rid of his car, a 2021 Kia Stinger GT2 that costs him $1,200 a month. He also pays $2,000 in child support every month — a financial burden […]
Florida police are sounding the alarm on a sharp spike in reports of overnight wheel thefts — and they say these 2 models are the ‘prime targets.’ How to offset the risk to your ride
Since the start of 2025, central Florida law enforcement agencies have reported a sharp uptick in the theft of car rims, with Toyota Camrys and Corollas emerging as prime targets. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office have urged residents — particularly those in apartment complexes — to remain vigilant after several vehicles have been found without […]
Elon Musk endorsed Warren Buffett’s ‘5-minute’ fix for America’s multi-trillion debt problem — and 1 senator is drafting constitutional change to make it real. Do you think it’ll work?
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. The U.S. government has been running budget deficits for years — consistently spending more than it collects. And while neither party has managed to rein in the red ink, […]
‘I’m Daisy from Apple’: This Philadelphia man lost over $1,000,000 in 2 back-to-back scams — plus red flags to watch for next time you call a business for help
Joe Subach was just trying to send some money to a friend. But one phone call later, with a woman named ‘Daisy,’ and his financial situation was forever changed. Subach was the victim of two back-to-back scams — one that even involved him handing over his precious metals to money mules — that drained him […]
Over 30 million American homes don’t have a mortgage right now, report says — and that’s 1 big red flag for the US housing market. Do you own your home free and clear?
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. Housing affordability has become a pressing issue in America — with studies suggesting that buyers now need a six-figure salary to comfortably cover the mortgage on a typical home. […]
‘I’m out $15,000 and a home’: Over 50 Houston families evicted from mobile home park — some were still charged rent after leaving, advocates say. How you can protect yourself as a tenant
Taking up residence in a mobile home park can be an economical means of putting a roof over one’s head. But more than 50 families at County Road Mobile Home Park in Houston, Texas, were displaced after the land they were living on was sold, according to KHOU 11 News. Residents had until April 8 […]
I’m 67, retired and was bored out of my mind until I found a side hustle to keep myself busy while earning extra cash. Here’s how you can stay engaged in your golden years
After decades in the workforce, the prospect of a relaxing retirement might seem like paradise. Imagine waking up without an alarm, enjoying leisurely mornings and finally diving into all those hobbies you’ve dreamed about for years. Sounds perfect, right? But what happens when the novelty wears off and boredom creeps in? Picture this: Jake is […]
Do you need a 6-figure income to retire early? No — here are 5 money-growing moves for the under-$100K set
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. Think retiring early is out of reach because you don’t make a six-figure salary? It takes careful planning and discipline, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. According to the […]
Tariffs shake tech: Trump-era policies ripple through North American firms
Technology stocks are once again under pressure as the Trump administration revives tariffs that focus on global imports. For North American tech giants, many of which depend on complex global supply chains and Chinese manufacturing, the renewed trade friction is creating ripple effects that are reshaping earnings forecasts, production strategies and investor sentiment. While some […]