BC man’s home assessed at $2 over landslide risk — What this means for at-risk homeowners across Canada
After heavy rainfall in 2021, Chris Rampersad’s property on Chilliwack Lake Road narrowly missed massive damage, as a landslide halted about five metres before his home according to the Vancouver Sun. Rampersad felt lucky at the time but little did he know that his property problems were just beginning. In 2024, Rampersad was advised the […]
Gen Z adults spend twice as much as they make and don’t have enough saved to cover a month’s expenses. But they could be leveraging their big advantage over older counterparts
Gen Z has had a tough go economically. Many graduated college when the U.S. was in the throes of the pandemic and unemployment was sky-high. They struggled to find work. Then Gen Zers were faced with a period of rampant inflation as the economy improved. While inflation has eased, the cost of living is still […]
‘It’s just a little backyard’: Neighbors say this Florida home appears to be running an unlicensed restaurant out back — complete with propane tanks, industrial fans and cocktail tables
It’s not exactly strange to hear noise coming from a neighbor’s home. Maybe they’re hosting a birthday party or firing up the grill for a family barbecue. That’s just part of suburban life. But what’s happening on Northwest First Court in Miami Gardens is something entirely different. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have […]
Grocery giant Loblaws drops property restrictions, paving way for lower grocery prices and reshaping investor outlook
In a move hailed as a win for consumer choice and market fairness, Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) has announced it will eliminate restrictive property controls that have limited grocery competition in Canada. The Competition Bureau welcomed the decision, calling it a “key milestone” that could help drive down food prices by allowing more retailers to […]
‘We feed the world’: Threat of ICE raids said to have Washington’s farmhands too scared to work — and now fruit may be left to rot on trees. Why experts say ‘every American’ will be impacted
In the early hours of the day, Francisco, a father of two, is already hard at work. By 5 a.m., he’s in the cherry orchards near Washington’s Tri-Cities, where on a good day he can fill 75 buckets. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? […]
$10,000 question: How much are you willing to risk lending to family when the odds of payback keep shrinking?
A few years ago, your brother borrowed money to help pay for groceries for several months, and paid you back. But now, he finds himself short of cash again and you’re not sure whether you want to lend her more money. Wanting to help out a friend or family member when they’re in a financial […]
Trump says Americans ‘have eggs for breakfast again’ — claims prices have come down a staggering 400%. But is his math all scrambled?
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. High egg prices have surprised many Americans over the past few years — from viral TikToks showing $12 cartons to the question “Why are eggs so expensive?” climbing to […]
The Family Service of Rochester was supposed to help support older, disabled Americans — then it lost $650,755 and forced folks to move out. But someone followed the money
Moving is hard under the best of circumstances, but imagine being an older or disabled person and given less than two weeks to pack up and leave. That’s what happened to residents of the Enriched Housing Program in Rochester, New York, operated by the nonprofit Family Service of Rochester. The program was set up to […]
Canadian man livid after finding $35K in fraudulent charges from all over the world on his business card — and his bank says he’s on the hook. What to do to protect your accounts from fraud
Your credit card can be a lifeline in tough financial times, but it can also turn into a nightmare in the blink of an eye. Just ask Andrew St. Hilaire, a small business owner who recently discovered his credit card had been compromised. The damage? A staggering $35,000 in unauthorized charges spanning multiple countries and […]
Here are 5 things that will likely get more expensive in 2025 — no matter what Trump does in the White House
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. Imported household appliances that are made with steel parts — like washing machines, refrigerators and stoves — will be subject to President Trump’s expanded tariffs starting June 23, according […]