Connecticut couple issued $111 fine for allegedly using a toll road in a state they hadn’t even visited in 5 years — what you need to know about the ‘ghost car fraud’ scam plaguing US drivers
Cruising in their classic 1966 Ford Mustang was one of the joys of retired life for Mary and Dan Smith, but that joy took an unexpected turn when they received a fine for an alleged toll they never paid. That fine was for the New Jersey Turnpike, a toll road that the Enfield, Connecticut couple […]
Bitcoin soared 152% in a year (getting thumbs up from Elon Musk) —so why does Bill Gates say it’s a trap for smart people who aren’t billionaires?
Bill Gates is widely known as the billionaire who co-founded Microsoft, but one of the other factors that has contributed to his wealth is his pragmatic, relatively-conservative investment strategy. For example, take the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust portfolio. Its investments include stakes in railways, waste management and fast food restaurants, which are considered […]
‘What in Galloping Gale is this?’: Several Massachusetts utility customers say they missed payments as bills suddenly went paperless — how to fight back when you owe on a bill you didn’t get
Massachusetts utilities company National Grid is once again the target of criticisms from customers over billing practices. Just a few weeks ago it was revealed that it failed to bill thousands of gas customers for most of the previous winter. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should […]
‘It’s a money pit’: Peter Schiff says a house ‘depletes your savings’ and costs you a ‘crazy’ amount of money, believes that renting is a ‘better option’ for many Americans. Do you agree?
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. Buying and owning a house is often considered a significant financial investment and a milestone in personal wealth building. However, economist Peter Schiff believes that this notion is simply […]
Music festivals in Canada that’ll make you sweat this summer
As Canadians, we make the most of our short summer months. One of our summer time rituals has to be attending a few of the many music festivals taking place across Canada. Music festivals and other live music events in Canada contribute significantly to the economy. According to a Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA) study, […]
Americans could see price hikes across the country thanks to Trump’s trade war — so don’t get caught napping. Here are 5 ‘everyday items’ to load up on before they become more expensive
American consumers can expect to see higher prices for goods made in China — and maybe even empty shelves. After President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs were announced on April 2, markets took a nosedive. A 145% tariff on Chinese goods effectively blocked trade and resulted in a slowdown at ports. The CEOs of major retailers, […]
Sleepless Santa Monica residents say they’re fed up with ‘incessant’ beeping noises from nearby Waymo charging stations keeping them up — but is it simply the cost of regulatory compliance?
When the self-driving ride service Waymo moved two of its charging stations into a residential neighborhood in Santa Monica, no one anticipated a problem. But as KTLA 5 reports, local residents are complaining about the incessant noise coming from the driverless robotaxis every time they back up. “I can’t even keep my windows open, only […]
Smart car shopping in retirement: What to consider before buying a vehicle on a fixed income — from budget tips to choosing the right features for your lifestyle
You’re enjoying your retirement years, taking the occasional road trip to spend time with friends and family. But your car has seen better days — nearing the end of its life at 200,000 miles. Since you haven’t purchased a car in a long time, you may be surprised at how much vehicles have changed — […]
I’m 63 years old, worked hard my entire life, and I just got fired after announcing my retirement. Is that even legal — and what are my options from here?
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. Announcing your retirement a few months in advance is often considered a courtesy to your company. Not only does it give your employer time to manage the transition and […]
A Minnesota nonprofit linked to $250 million fraud scheme was just raided by the Feds — the FBI believes its records claiming it fed 1 million children ‘are phony.’ How the scam worked
A Minnesota nonprofit has been raided by the Feds in a new investigation more than a year after last year’s $250 million-meal program fraud scheme. In those allegations, Feeding Our Future is said to have had scammers steal hundreds of millions of dollars from taxpayer-funded nutrition programs for hungry children during the early days of […]