Scammers are getting creative in this 1 new tactic to swindle car sellers — and their ‘pushy’ approach is leaving some paying hundreds out of pocket even when they don’t fall for it
When you think of used car scams, your mind probably goes to dishonest sellers rolling back the odometer or otherwise trying to trick hapless buyers into purchasing a lemon. One new scam takes a different twist, though: sellers being scammed by buyers — and not in the usual way, like with fake cashier’s checks or […]
‘The solution isn’t to abandon markets’: BlackRock’s Larry Fink is betting on a new wave of investment as a cure for economic anxiety. What he’s selling and what it means for your portfolio
Just when people are more worried than ever about their investments, even to the point of cashing them out, BlackRock Inc. CEO Larry Fink says it’s time to go all in. But he has a specific investment in mind: private equity, also known as alternative investments. BlackRock (BLK) has long been known for its low-cost […]
I’m 22 and want to move out of my parents’ house, but I can’t afford rent because my car payments are too high — what can I do to lower my auto and living costs?
The past few years have been wrought with rampant inflation, and many Americans are having a hard time paying their bills. In a February CBS News and YouGov poll, 77% of Americans said their income isn’t keeping up with inflation. And a March survey from Equitable found that 80% of Americans across all income levels […]
This top EU official admits ‘Trump is right’ about his China warning — agrees the Asian powerhouse is a ‘serious problem’ that threatens us all. Here’s why and how to protect yourself
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. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hasn’t shied away from criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump — especially when it comes to his sweeping tariffs. But lately, the two […]
I’m 28, recently married, with zero debt — I’ve always wanted to own a house but the market seems so lousy right now. Is it smarter to invest in the S&P 500 and save up while renting for now?
Jamie, 28, recently married her long-time boyfriend, Ben. They’ve always been careful with their money as a couple, sticking to a monthly budget and saving 15% of their salaries. They even opted for a small, simple wedding rather than racking up debt. Jamie and Ben rented a small one-bedroom apartment when they moved in together […]
Americans in their 20s are increasingly ditching college — and getting into trades. About 1.4M fewer students at 4-year universities. But are blue collar jobs in the US really more secure?
Would you rather spend four years accumulating significant debt only to face a competitive job market or enroll in a program at a trade school that equips you with a steady income and leaves you with a managable loan balance? That’s the question many young Americans are asking themselves as the economy shifts in fundamental […]
This 35-year-old left America for India and started a ‘Cali-style’ burrito business — today it brings in $23,000,000 in sales. Here’s the top 3 secrets to his explosive overseas success
Introducing burritos to the land of biryani is a genuinely unconventional business idea. Yet, this experiment has turned into a massive success for 35-year-old American entrepreneur Bert Mueller. In a recent interview with CNBC Make It, the young entrepreneur described how he discovered that Mexican cuisine was a perfect match for the Indian palate, which […]
Kristi Noem got her bag, $3,000 stolen by masked thief from a DC restaurant despite Secret Service presence — here’s how the robbery went down and how to prevent a similar hit
You can’t track cash — so if someone takes it, you’re out of luck. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that on Sunday, April 20, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse was stolen. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are […]
Utah father, son at center of $300 million oil smuggling case ‘Operation Liquid Death’ now facing terrorism charges for links to Mexican cartel currently in Trump’s crosshairs
In April 2025, the Jensen family faced serious legal troubles when James and Kelly Jensen, together with their sons Maxwell and Zachary, were charged with money laundering. The family stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated $300 million fraud scheme involving the illegal transportation of crude oil from Mexico. Jensen’s company, Arroyo Terminals, served as an […]
I’m 52, my portfolio just hit $2,000,000, and I want to spend $150,000/year comfortably — can I make the math work and retire now?
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 good news is that a $2 million nest egg is not too shabby and can sustain you for the rest of your life as long as you don’t […]