The US Treasury shocked Americans with a $258 billion surplus — its 2nd biggest monthly surplus in history. Is Trump’s plan surprisingly working?
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. Budget deficits are something we’ve come to expect from Uncle Sam. After all, without years of overspending, the federal government wouldn’t be sitting on trillions of dollars in debt. […]
I’m 33, earn $120K/year, and have no idea where our cash goes. My husband controls every cent — and I just found out we have $31K in credit card debt. How do I not get screwed if we divorce?
When you get married, it might feel like a relief to pass off all financial duties to your spouse. But choosing to offload your financial responsibility can come at a cost. Take, for example, the following scenario: A wife recently checked into her household finances and discovered that there was $31,000 in credit card debt. […]
This Florida couple says they paid a landscaper $27K to transform their yard — but all they got was some dead grass. Now, they’re suing and warning others to avoid falling for slick scammers
Nick and Susan Perfido of Seminole County, Florida, were looking forward to transforming their backyard into an outdoor paradise. They hired Florida Landscape Living LLC, a company based in Maitland, to do the job. “We’re going to have a fire bowl here — actually a fire table,” Nick told WESH 2 News while showing reporters […]
I’m 31, make $117K/year, cover all household bills — yet my fiance refuses to chip in. Insists his cash is for ‘fun’ while I handle ‘responsibilities.’ Can I fix this before we get hitched?
For some, the road to marriage can look financially lopsided. Those in their 30s earning their fair share — say, more than $100,000 a year — may be used to covering 100% of their individual household expenses. However, it doesn’t typically feel good when a fiance refuses to contribute, claiming their money is only for […]
Maryland man lost $40,000 to ‘evil geniuses’ in ‘polished’ scam — with over 36,000 reported incidents that cost Americans $1 billion in 2024, here are the patterns you need to watch out for
In just the first four months of 2025, people in Prince George’s County, Maryland, have lost at least $1 million to scams, according to police. One person lost $700,000. Another area resident lost $40,000 after being tricked by fraudsters who posed variously as a Microsoft tech support agent, a rep from his bank and even […]
Ohio trio arrested after allegedly stealing more than $600K from SNAP to buy thousands worth of candy, Red Bull and other junk foods — how this type of fraud may be eating into your benefits
A trio in Columbus, Ohio, are awaiting their chance to enter a plea to fraud charges after allegedly bilking more than $600,000 from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit program. It’s not yet known how the group’s scheme worked, but the sweet tooths have been collaborating since July 2024, using stolen SNAP benefit cards […]
This Naples couple was duped into handing over $2M in gold: How to stay safe against precious metal scams
In a heartbreaking scam that’s left a Naples couple reeling, two fraudsters tricked the 72-year-old couple into handing over more than $2 million worth of gold. The ordeal has left the elderly couple shattered. The gold is nearly impossible to trace, making it unlikely they will get their stolen assets back. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
San Diego’s new parking laws have already generated $660K for the city in just 2 months — but residents say despite the ‘good intentions’ behind them, they’re confused about how to comply
San Diego’s new “daylighting law,” AB-413, draws a new line in the sand when it comes to parking near intersections and crosswalks. But drivers are frustrated that the new line isn’t marked on the city’s curbs, where no-parking zones have traditionally been painted red. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for […]
I’m 52 years old, $89,000 deep in debt and have two maxed-out credit cards — my only safety net is my 401(k). What’s the worst that could happen if I take cash from it?
Holding on to $89,000 in debt can be overwhelming. And you might feel like you’re dealing with an impossible financial situation. Your 401(k) might seem like the only lifeline available, but to be crystal clear: tapping into retirement savings should be your absolute last resort. When you’re drowning in debt at any age, you’re in […]
‘What in Galloping Gale is this?’: Several Massachusetts utility customers say they missed payments as bills suddenly went paperless — how to fight back when you owe on a bill you didn’t get
Massachusetts utilities company National Grid is once again the target of criticisms from customers over billing practices. Just a few weeks ago it was revealed that it failed to bill thousands of gas customers for most of the previous winter. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should […]