Americans waste $200/year on subscriptions they don’t use — and thanks to a recent federal ruling, that’s not likely to end. Here’s why and what you can do to take back control

The "click-to-cancel" rule, which would have forced businesses to make it easier for consumers to cancel subscriptions, was blocked by a federal court days before it was set to take effect, the Associated Press reports. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) pitched the new rule as a way to simplify the process of canceling a subscription, […]

Tony Robbins just blasted this 1 popular approach to Social Security in America — calls it ‘disaster’ that seriously risks running out of cash. Are you falling into this trap, 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. Tony Robbins, the well-known motivational speaker, warns that the most popular approach to Social Security is also the most dangerous. On his blog, he says relying on the program […]

South Carolina’s shrimpers are suing 25 restaurants for ‘shrimp fraud’ — why they say these eateries are both deceiving diners and threatening their industry

On June 13, the South Carolina Shrimpers Association filed a federal lawsuit in the District of South Carolina against 25 Charleston-area restaurants. The shrimpers accused the eateries of violating the Lanham Act and the South Carolina Unfair Trade Practices Act by marketing imported, frozen shrimp as “wild‑caught” and “local,” according to ABC News 4. Don’t […]

‘Let’s see what happens’: NYC store goes viral for selling $4 ‘mystery boxes’ — but some packages come with an extra shocking surprise. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself

A dollar store in the Bronx has gone viral after a TikTok video showcased its $4 “mystery packages.” The boxes, which contain returned merchandise from retailers like Amazon, Walmart and others, can hold anything from brand-new sandals to toilet plungers. The thrill of the unknown is part of the appeal — and business is booming. […]

Spending to save: Why “spaving” is busting your budget

You walk into a store for one thing. Minutes later, your cart’s full, the receipt is long and somehow it feels like a win. That feeling? It’s called "spaving", and it could be eating into your finances more than you think. What is spaving? The term spaving, a blend of “spending” and “saving,” refers to […]