Benjamin Franklin, the first American money guru? Check out 4 nuggets of Founding Father financial wisdom
First things first, let’s partially bust the myth: Benjamin Franklin never exactly said, “A penny saved is a penny earned.” What he actually wrote, in his 1737 edition of “Poor Richard’s Almanack,” was “A penny saved is two pence clear.” If only he knew how right he was: a penny saved in 1737 would be […]
‘We’re looking at a downsized America’: Kevin O’Leary cautioned any new house, car and lifestyle you take on will be a lot ‘smaller’ — here’s what he meant and how you can prepare
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. Rampant inflation has cooled off significantly in America. While it remains slightly elevated, the Federal Reserve continues to hold its target interest rate. But if you think now is […]
‘Trash that is passed as news’: Donald Trump orders funding halt for ‘biased’ PBS, NPR — and even took a swipe at Sesame Street. How this could hurt communities across the US
A new executive order signed by President Donald Trump calls for an immediate halt to federal funding of NPR and PBS, citing what he calls “biased and partisan news coverage.” A statement from the White House called the outlets “biased” with “trash that is passed as news.” The order directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting […]
Dwight Howard’s wife has filed for divorce after just 6 months of marriage — and wants all marital assets, property to be ‘equally divided.’ Are your assets protected from a breakup?
Dwight Howard’s latest drama isn’t on the court — it’s playing out in a Georgia courtroom instead. Just six months after getting married, reality star Amber Rose Howard, also known as her stage name Amy Luciani, filed for divorce from the former NBA star, according to documents obtained by TMZ Sports. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
Almost every millionaire in America owns these 5 simple things. You may have most of them already — and you could have them all
The average net worth among U.S. households in 2022 was $1,063,700, according to the Federal Reserve. However, the median net worth was only $192,900, suggesting that most Americans are not that close to being millionaires. That being said, millionaires tend to have similar money habits to everyday Americans that helped them get to where they […]
Americans’ wealth and status can be measured by these 4 factors — where do you slot in?
Whether they want to admit it, Americans have an abiding obsession with wealth and status. Who’s up? Who’s down? Where do I fit on the ladder of success? Codie Sanchez — who has close to 400,000 followers on LinkedIn — has garnered more than 18,000 likes on an Instagram reel from October 2024 in which […]
Millions of Americans in their 20s are jobless — but are ‘worthless degrees’ and a system of broken promises really to blame? Here’s what’s behind the catastrophic rise of NEETs
When many people picture someone aged 16 to 24, they imagine a student buried in books or a young adult starting their first job. But for more than 4.3 million Gen Zers, neither is true — they’re not in school, not working, and increasingly unsure where they fit in. That’s according to the latest report […]
Real estate CEO warns of a growing ‘exodus’ from California — says residents are ‘fleeing’ as quality of life declines, business gets more difficult. So where are they escaping to?
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. With its beautiful weather, breathtaking coastlines and vibrant culture, California has always held a special allure. But according to Don Peebles — founder, chairman and CEO of real estate […]
‘It doesn’t make any sense’: This Georgia homeowner’s HOA has been dinging her for years with fees of up to $2,700 — with no explanation. As foreclosure looms, legal help may be on the way
Homeowners in Channing Cove, a subdivision in Conyers, Georgia, are pushing back — demanding answers about where their mandatory HOA fees are going. Michelle Bernard has lived in the neighborhood for nearly two decades, but says she still feels like she’s fighting to own her home. The business owner, wife and mother is one of […]
This Phoenix couple discovered termites, faulty pipes and a hole in the wall within days of closing on their dream home — despite it having passed inspections. Here’s their warning for buyers
A Phoenix couple’s homebuying joy turned into a cautionary tale after termites, burst pipes and a hidden hole in the wall surfaced just days after they closed on a property. Hailey and Alex Aguire were thrilled to return to Arizona from the East Coast and settle into a remodeled home they’d secured after a quick […]