Worried about inflation? Here are 3 ways to hedge against a weakened dollar
Recent interest rate cuts were welcomed by property buyers, but investors and traditional savers were not as happy. On traditional savings accounts and other low-risk investment options, these lower rates translate to diminished returns, making it challenging for savers to preserve and grow their wealth. As the appeal of conventional savings declines, exploring alternative assets […]
How can I become a millionaire on a low income? With these 4 steps it might be easier than you think
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. It’s easy to assume that wealth and income are deeply intertwined. After all, how does anyone become wealthy without a lifetime of earning a six-figure salary? But data gathered […]
A ‘dark cloud’ is now hanging over the cruise ship industry as complaints of crimes aboard ships have risen in recent years — here’s how to stay safe while setting sail
Complaints of crimes and missing person reports on cruises that dock at U.S. ports have surged in recent years, fueling what one security expert calls a “dark cloud” over an industry eager to protect its reputation. Department of Transportation figures show 48 alleged incidents between Jan. 1 and March 30 of this year: 23 reports […]
This Cincinnati woman thought she’d bought a dream home — but it immediately turned into a ‘$20,000 problem’. How to protect yourself from house flippers
When Kellen Mullen toured what was advertised as a move-in-ready flip, she was sold on the glossy new kitchen, sparkling bathrooms and fresh paint. “It had a new kitchen; it had new bathrooms; it was freshly painted,” Mullen told WCPO. But within days of moving in, her dream home began to unravel. Don’t miss I’m […]
Disgraced ex-CEO of addiction treatment provider facing charges for $149M fraud now has detox center running out of his California home — neighbors say it’s ‘despicable’ it’s been allowed
Sovereign Health Group, once one of the country’s largest addiction treatment providers, shut down in disgrace in 2018 — but former CEO Tonmoy Sharma appears to be back in business. As NBC4 Los Angeles reports, a detox and mental health facility called Dana Shores Recovery has opened in a home Sharma owns in San Juan […]
How using the Amex Cobalt and the Scotia Passport Visa Infinite cards became the travel credit card combo I swear by
The Amex Cobalt and the Scotia Passport Visa Infinite are two of the best travel credit cards out there, but who says you have to pick just one? As an experienced traveller, I’ll show you how using both can elevate your trips around the world. It may sound like overkill, but trust me, this combo […]
Nashville man, 22, making between $30,000 and $90,000 per month day trading — and with time and money abound, he’s keen to dive into real estate investing too. The Ramsey Show weighs in
After leaving college with a finance degree, Zack, from Nashville, Tennessee, started day trading professionally. He’s excellent at his chosen profession, netting between $30,000 and $90,000 every month. But day trading doesn’t take up all of his time and he wants to branch out into the world of real estate investing. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
Transit construction unleashes rat infestation in Toronto home — furious owner demands transit company pay up
For all intents and purposes, Leslieville retiree Janice La Chapelle’s home was normal. But when transportation agency Metrolinx began construction of the Ontario Line across her street in 2020, they created a transport line to her home as well — for rats. Rodents began appearing at her Leslieville home in 2020 after they were forced […]
San Francisco’s vacant storefront tax was meant to encourage landlords to ‘get realistic’ about rent prices. It’s now made $5 million for the city — but does it tackle the real issue?
Commercial landlords in many parts of San Francisco have to make sure their properties are leased — and not just because they miss out on rent if they don’t. In many areas within the city, there’s a Commercial Vacancy Tax for empty storefronts. The tax was passed by voters in 2020 and paused during the […]
NYC man lost $114K — his entire 401(k) — after his physical check from Paychex was stolen. So why do 43% of retirement savers still have to deal with this ‘outdated’ and ‘insecure’ method?
Dylan Handy did everything right — or so he thought. Two years ago, when he was 33, Handy tried to roll over his $114,000 401(k) after switching jobs. Instead of a secure digital transfer, Paychex sent paper checks. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? […]