How 1 plastic shed in a Florida backyard set off a years-long legal battle that’s costing local homeowners thousands of dollars in HOA assessments — ways to avoid the same fate
Formerly friendly neighbors in Stonebriar, a quiet subdivision in northern Pinellas County, Florida, are at odds over an $82,000 special assessment the homeowner’s association (HOA) has levied. It’s a lot of money — $1,400 per household. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. […]
I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast)
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. So, you’ve left planning for your golden years to the mid-century mark — don’t worry. You’re not the only one. About 20% of Americans aged 50 and older have […]
‘It’s just ugly’: Honolulu residents fed up with ‘monster home’ that’s been standing ‘derelict’ for 3 years — here’s what the city’s doing to crack down on these blights
Nestled in the Honolulu neighborhood of Kaimuki, a partially constructed building at 3615 Sierra Drive has become a focal point of contention. One of Hawaii’s so-called “monster homes” — unusually large residences, sometimes occupied by dozens of people — the structure has stood incomplete for three years, drawing criticism from residents and scrutiny from city […]
‘No one should have to go through that’: This Florida woman fought back when her property manager tried to evict her — and won. Why knowing your rights protects more than just your sanity
As more Floridians face evictions from mobile home parks, Kerrie Bacci is demonstrating how to stand your ground — even if that ground is owned by a huge property management company. Bacci owns her mobile home in Shangri La Mobile Home Park in Largo, Florida. What she doesn’t own is the land it sits on. […]
‘There ought to be consequences’: This Houston man is suing the state over nearby roadwork that has dragged on for 10 years, costing him customers and a business
Road construction is always disruptive. But for Houston businessman Kent Edwards, years-long roadwork has cost him so much that he’s suing the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). “This is a long-term saga going back to 2015 for me,” Edwards told Moneywise. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what […]
Florida man facing ‘lose-lose scenario’ as his wife pushes for her mother to act as their real estate agent, despite being brand new to the game — even Dave Ramsey is speechless
Wade called into The Ramsey Show in an emotional and financial quandary, hoping Dave Ramsey could give him some advice. The Florida man told the finance guru he doesn’t want to use his recently licensed mother-in-law as the listing agent when he and his wife sell their home. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
Nearly 1-in-5 Las Vegas home buyers walked away from a deal in April for these 2 main reasons — but could contracts falling through actually be a sign the market is tipping in their favor?
Home buyers in Las Vegas are walking away from contracts in increasing numbers. High interest rates, financial anxiety and an oversupplied market are pushing many to rethink their purchases before closing. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 of the […]
Maryland homeowner fighting to reclaim his property after a family of squatters moved in using fake Instagram scam — but they’re demanding $5K to leave. What’s behind this troubling trend
A Maryland homeowner, who asked to only be identified by his first name, Pete, says squatters are demanding $5,000 to vacate his home after gaining access to the property through a fraudulent Instagram rental scheme. ABC 7 News reports that two adults and two children had moved in, changed the locks and gave police a […]
Colorado businesses facing $8 million in fines for employment law violations, including hiring unauthorized migrant workers — but here’s why undocumented workers are paying the highest price
Three Denver-area businesses face a combined $8 million in fines for allegedly employing unauthorized migrant workers in contravention of employment law. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) special agent Steve Cagen told Fox31 News that the fines are designed to uphold the law and “promote a culture of compliance." Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
‘It’s very upsetting’: Pennsylvania woman allegedly stole $50K after telling tenants she was helping her mother collect their rent — but now it’s not clear who’ll end up paying the price
Annette Anderson of York County Pennsylviania is accused of theft by deception and theft by unlawful taking after allegedly scamming the tenants of the 23 rental properties into giving her their rent payments each month. News station 21 News reports that Anderson began assisting her elderly mother in 2024 by collecting rent payments for the […]