Texas just signed a new law against ‘jugging’ to protect people who carry cash — here are the brazen crimes happening nationwide that forced lawmakers to act
In the surveillance footage, a car holding a wad of cash fresh from the bank pulls into a convenience store on Houston’s Telephone Road. Within seconds, two vehicles pull up. Thieves jump out, smash windows on both sides of the victim’s car, grab the cash and drive away. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
No exit strategy: Why many financial advisors aren’t ready to hand off your portfolio
When you work with a financial advisor, you’re placing enormous trust in them, not just to manage your investments, but to guide your biggest life decisions. What happens if that advisor retires, switches firms or is suddenly unable to continue? That’s where succession planning comes in. A succession plan outlines who will take over your […]
Zohran Mamdani vows to ‘immediately freeze’ the rent for some NYC tenants if he’s the next mayor — and ‘take control’ of property from bad landlords. Does his plan make sense?
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. New York City is notorious for its sky-high rents. Worse yet, the living conditions don’t always reflect the steep prices residents have to pay. But Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic […]
New Orleans father says he’s seriously stressed about his family’s spending — while his wife blows $5K/month on ‘things.’ Here’s the 1 move The Ramsey Show says will quell the chaos
It’s tough enough to balance a family budget when incomes are unpredictable. But when one spouse leans toward saving and the other splurges on luxury items, even couples with healthy take‑home pay can find themselves at odds. That was the dilemma faced by Taylor, a New Orleans dad of three, who called into The Ramsey […]
This Texas couple adored for their Bollywood-style songs is now accused of running a $4M scam on up to 100 victims — 1 investigator calls them ‘the most prolific’ fraudsters he’s ever seen
The behind-the-scenes reality wasn’t nearly as glamorous as the show they put on. Sidhartha “Sammy” Mukherjee and his wife Sunita built their reputation as Bollywood-style performers. Beloved in the community, the couple were more than just entertainers — they were stars. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what […]
This Missouri mechanic stepped in to protect a customer’s car from being towed — by a company that was just fined $7.1M for ‘predatory’ towing. How to protect your car from being held hostage
In Kansas City, Missouri, a local mechanic recently stopped a tow truck driver from hauling away a car he was actively working on at his shop by confronting the driver about allegedly violating state laws because he didn’t have the required documents for a legal tow. “We complained until they brought it back,” the owner […]
Big Brother star’s real estate firm being sued in 11 states over claims of misleading agreements that cost homeowners thousands — why this type of contract is banned in more than 22 states
After turning heads on Big Brother, Amanda Zachman, the self-proclaimed villain of Season 15, stepped out of the spotlight and into real estate, founding brokerage firm MV Realty. But the controversy she stirred up on the small screen has followed her into her professional career. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
This Minnesota mom of three is struggling to survive on her $37,000 annual teacher salary — and she’s not alone. Here’s how many like her are now navigating the death of the American dream
Michelle Boisjoli, a 37-year-old mom of three from St. Louis County, Minnesota, starts her days early and ends them late — not because she wants to, but because she has to. As a full-time teacher earning $37,000 a year, she’s become part of a growing demographic of working Americans who need a second job to […]
Ramit Sethi says you should hit these 9 ‘money milestones’ before 40 if you want to be rich — how many have you crossed off the list?
Money mastery isn’t always taught in school. In fact, a survey by Intuit found that 73% of Canadian high school students wish they understood more about personal finance but don’t know where to start. But Ramit Sethi’s goal in life is to bridge that knowledge gap. “Many people drift through their 20s and 30s hoping […]
At 55, I have enough money in the bank to retire comfortably — but I’m gripped with regret over how much more I could have saved. Does financial anxiety ever go away?
As they often say, money doesn’t buy happiness, but what happens when your money doesn’t bring you any feeling of contentment, even when you’re financially comfortable? Take James, for example. While he’s not a real person, his story reflects the experience of many Canadians approaching retirement. James 55 years old and describes himself as financially […]