Keeping over this amount of cash in your bank account is a serious mistake — how much do you have stashed in there?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Cash is king, right? Well, not always. Sometimes you can have so much cash sitting around in your bank account that it turns into a wealth-devouring demon. On average, American families had about $62,410 in their checking accounts, according to the […]
His mother-in-law began harassing his wife, so California man cut ties — and it cost them her support. Ramsey Show hosts share how to regain control
On a recent episode of The Ramsey Show, Leo from California called in to ask how he and his new wife could get back on track financially. (1) The couple, both 39, had recently married and shared an apartment. But after cutting off financial support from his mother-in-law, they began to fall behind on rent […]
Trump administration to test new AI Medicare gatekeeper in 6 states — but experts worry the cost-saving program could compromise care in the US
AI is increasingly becoming a part of everyday life. But in the context of health care, that’s not necessarily a good thing. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave […]
My daughter’s father died, but her stepmother is mum on his estate — which is about $2,000,000. We’re unsure if there’s a will. What are our options?
Losing a parent is one of the most traumatic things a child can experience. Take the example of Angie, whose dad, Hugh, has recently passed away. It’s been devastating for her. She shared a strong bond with her dad and helped care for him as his health declined in the last two years of his […]
New builds cost 74% more than a decade ago — even as they shrink. What’s behind the rise of ‘housing shrinkflation’ and what it means for buyers
Today’s homebuyers face a shocking reality: houses are getting smaller, while price per square foot is getting higher. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% […]
Here’s how much the typical American baby boomer has saved for retirement — how do you stack up?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The roughly 71.6 million men and women of the postwar baby-boom generation started hitting retirement age about a decade ago. But it’ll be another dozen years before the whole generation has reached its full retirement age. So how exactly is retirement […]
Your golden years don’t have to go down the drain — here’s how to keep your savings flowing strong through retirement
It’s tempting to assume that your retirement date and your first Social Security check will arrive at the same time. But for many retirees, that’s not how it works out. According to a MassMutual survey, the average retirement age in 2024 was 62, (1) while most Americans don’t start claiming Social Security until age 65, […]
Zillow and Redfin are being sued by 5 states, the FTC over an alleged rental advertising scheme — here’s how it could impact prices
With rent prices already going up in 2025, this news may not make Americans feel any better about the state of the rental market. Zillow and Redfin, two online real estate companies, are being sued by both state and federal government officials. According to USA Today, attorneys general from five states have filed a joint […]
This 1 generation is the most likely to give up on their dream of owning a home — are they right to be disillusioned by the housing market?
Millennials and homeownership has basically become a punchline, but the impact that today’s housing market has had on this generation is no joke. And as millennials continue to feel squeezed out of the housing market, they haven’t exactly been silent about it. A recent survey from Bankrate found that one in six aspiring homebuyers in […]
Experts say S&P 500 is ‘broken’ — despite hitting record high. Is Warren Buffett’s ‘set it and forget it’ total trust in it no longer justified?
On October 8, the S&P 500 reached a record high of 6,753.72 amid an ongoing government shutdown. (1) If you’re someone who’s heavily invested in it, you may be feeling pretty good about the state of your portfolio. But if your primary investment strategy is to hold an S&P 500 index fund or ETF and […]