My husband and I, both 68, just retired, and all our friends are downsizing their homes. Our condo suddenly feels too small for our hobbies and grandkids — is it crazy to upsize instead?
Janelle and her husband, both 68, recently retired and are ready to make the most of their golden years. They own a condo, which originally they thought would be ideal for retirement. But now, with an active lifestyle — and more time spent babysitting their grandkids — they’re wondering if it actually makes sense to […]
Millions of California homeowners dealing with mounting ‘statewide insurance crisis’ as providers back out of the market due to the ‘risk’ of extreme weather and rising costs of rebuilding
Before the world watched on as wildfires engulfed large swathes of California early in 2025, an insurance crisis was already starting to heat up. In the months and years before the disastrous 2025 fires, insurance companies began backing away from the California market. As they pulled away from the market, by dropping policies and choosing […]
‘Cannot do business in the state of California’: Gas could spike to $8 per gallon as two major refineries shut down — and that’s not all. Are the state’s strong regulations worth the cost?
Two large California oil refineries are shutting down, triggering mounting concerns from state legislators, industry groups and many others. Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson of the Gardena district bluntly described his concern during a recent Sacramento hearing. “This is a tremendous loss,” Gipson told NBC Los Angeles, referring to the looming closure of the Phillips 66 plant […]
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 […]
A cautious return: Nordstrom is coming back to San Francisco after closing its flagship store in 2023 — but it’ll look different as California retailers continue to crack down on theft
In 2023, Nordstrom closed its flagship store in San Francisco after 35 years, leaving some local shoppers sad and disheartened. The company cited the changing "dynamics" of the area and the rising crime as key reasons for pulling out, according to CNN. "It’s a sad day. It’s a wonderful store. It’s been an anchor in […]
‘Do we have to die? Fix the road’: Phoenix family turns to drastic measures to get help after 18 cars have crashed into their home — they say it’s just a matter of time before someone dies
When a single vehicle crashed into their home, homeowners Melissa and Ryan Langhor were shaken up. But now, after 18 crashes and counting, the Phoenix couple is calling for changes to protect their home from future incidents. They live near the corner of West Northwest Ranch Parkway and 163rd Lane, where drivers face a near-90-degree […]
Dave Ramsey once told a Ramsey Show caller it’s possible to withdraw at 8% in retirement — but Suze Orman has called even 4% ‘very dangerous’. Who’s right?
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. The 4% rule in retirement has been a widely accepted retirement standard for over 30 years. The rule states that you should draw 4% of your assets from your […]
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 […]
This Houston man built 1 big house on land bought by his great-grandma in the 1800s — now he and his sisters all live together happily. Should more American families do the same?
When Reggie Van Lee’s great-grandmother, a Black woman, bought a plot of land near Houston in 1899, she likely couldn’t have imagined the home that would sit on it. In 2012, Lee, a Harvard graduate, former Alvin Ailey dancer and current Houston Consulting Executive, built a massive 20,000-square-foot house on the plot of land with […]
Ontario family’s dream Porsche turns into $100K nightmare — What you can learn from re-vinning fraud
Buying a vehicle you’ve admired for years is a major accomplishment. But for an Ontario family, their dream purchase turned into an auto theft nightmare. In 2023, Frank Rizqo’s relatives in Toronto purchased a 2019 Porsche Cayenne from a local dealership, finally crossing off a monumental entry on their bucket list. But the car was […]