What to expect when you’re expecting: First year cost for pets
It’s easy to go overboard when you’re getting a new pet. Whether it’s supplies, toys or even clothes, some things are just too cute to pass up. But these things quickly add up, even if you try to stick to necessities. It’s possible to budget and plan for your new furry addition, and we’ve put […]
My wife and I just closed on our dream home — only to realize after all the bills are paid, we’re left with $200/month while she’s on mat leave. We have $80K in savings, but is it enough?
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. Picture this: A young couple has just closed on their dream home. They’re debt-free and have $80,000 in savings. The wife is on maternity leave, and after crunching the […]
I bought our house before marriage, and it’s not marital property. But now my wife who hasn’t worked in 10 years refuses to sell or leave — even after I asked for separation. What can I do?
When you are separated or getting divorced, the last thing you probably want is to continue living with your estranged wife. If you owned your home before marriage and don’t believe it qualifies as marital property, you might be tempted to kick her out so the home can be yours alone again. Don’t miss I’m […]
Are you finally rich in America? Here are the top 5 reasons you should tell absolutely no one (not even your closest friends)
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. If you’ve managed to accumulate some wealth, showing it off can often be tempting. After all, what’s the point of success if you can’t indulge in it? Don’t miss […]
43% of Canadians are delaying retirement due to financial pressures — is your plan still realistic at age 63?
Many people look forward to retirement and can’t wait to kick off that chapter in life. But for some people, that part of the story isn’t appealing. If you’re 63, you’re at a time when it is reasonable to consider your financial stability during retirement. Even though you haven’t hit 65, you’re still old enough […]
This Chicago home flipper was shocked when he stumbled upon 1 of his properties listed for sale online — what you should know about the growing threat of property fraud
Selling your home can be cause for celebration — unless, of course, you never actually listed it. This is the situation a Chicago man recently found himself in, after discovering a property he owned was listed for sale without his knowledge or consent. Frank Diaz had purchased an abandoned fixer-upper on Chicago’s West Side with […]
Albuquerque business owner says people have used his back door as a bathroom or to do drugs for years — so he came up with a ‘humane’ way to deal with trespassers. But is it enough?
Petty theft, vandalism and yes, even people treating your back door like a public restroom are headaches business owners know all too well. But one Albuquerque entrepreneur is proving you don’t need a big budget or a security team to fight back. Thierry Gonzalez, who runs a business in downtown Albuquerque, decided to take matters […]
This couple was left stranded mid-ride after their ‘illegal’ Uber driver was detained by police — why these rideshare safety failures only add fuel to a growing insurance crisis
When Natasha and Randy Roosekrans used Uber to secure a ride from their hotel to their cruise ship in South Florida, they didn’t expect to run into any issues. Despite being first-time users of the rideshare app, they successfully navigated their way toward the cruise port destination without complications. However, their journey took an unexpected […]
California man, 72, loses $3,300 after scammers got access to his bank account — now he’s sharing his story to hopefully help others avoid falling for the same popular scam
Tracy Jeffords is sounding the alarm on fake texts that appear to be from FasTrak tolls. The 72-year-old Lake County man told ABC 7 On Your Side that he lost more than $3,300 to a scammer who used his debit card information to make a purchase on eBay. Now he wants to warn other seniors […]
‘Porch pirates have clear favorites’: Texas man designs ‘smart mailbox’ to protect packages from theft — what you need to know to keep your property safe from ‘a crime of opportunity’
Online shopping is here to stay — and it seems so are porch pirates. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey […]