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 […]
I’m 31, locked in a great mortgage rate of 4.75 % when I bought my home 2 years ago, paying $1,000/month, all-in. Now, my boyfriend wants to buy a place together. Should I buy a second home?
A 31-year-old homeowner has found herself in a common modern-day dilemma: Should she stay put in a home she owns (with a great mortgage rate) or take the next step with her partner and buy a second home together? Understandable if she didn’t want to sell — she’s owned her home for less than two […]
Here are the top 5 states in America most impacted by Trump’s new Social Security rule — do you live in one of them?
As the changes to Social Security continue, some older Americans may find themselves having to play catch-up. In March, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop issuing paper checks by September 30 and instead use direct deposit, prepaid cards or other digital payment options. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing […]
‘Proof is in the pudding’: Roughly 600 Sacramento employees to lose jobs as Blue Diamond Growers announces plans to close flagship manufacturing plant — what to do if it happens to you
Blue Diamond Growers will permanently close its flagship Sacramento processing plant, which will result in the loss of approximately 600 jobs in the region. The 115-year-old company blamed maintenance costs and persistent inefficiencies for the shutdown. The company will consolidate manufacturing work into its existing facilities in Turlock and Salida, which are located in California’s […]
An endless debt cycle: Canadians seeing rising rates when it comes to defaulting on non-mortgage bill payments
The financial strain on Canadians has reached unprecedented levels recently, with metropolitan centres such as Toronto and Vancouver experiencing dramatic increases in living costs. These elevated expenses continue to burden residents across the country. Toronto’s Greater Area (GTA) residents are particularly impacted, with new research from Oxford Economics revealing that they dedicate a larger portion […]
Trump claims tariffs could ‘completely eliminate’ income taxes for Americans making under $200,000 — but is it for real? These 2 assets can help slash your tax bill no matter what he does
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. President Donald Trump says tariffs could deliver a financial windfall for everyday Americans — by wiping out their income taxes. “When tariffs cut in, many people’s income taxes will […]
‘Scared to go out in my yard’: Georgia homeowner says she’s spent over $70K replacing windows thanks to errant balls from nearby golf course — and she wants the club to ‘pay now’
Some homeowners in Marietta, Georgia, got more than they bargained for after moving into their picturesque neighborhood across the street from a private country club, dealing with tens of thousands of dollars in property damage over the years. The culprits? Rogue golf balls from the course across the street. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
‘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. […]
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here’s what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
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. With over 30 years of fielding listener calls and cultivating a devoted audience, Dave Ramsey has become one of the rare experts truly in tune with the nation’s financial […]
‘No good’: Florida couple who lost their home in Hurricane Helene raise concerns, questions after $30,000 FEMA flood insurance check failed to clear — twice. What to know if it happens to you
When Hurricane Helene tore through Ruskin, Florida, in 2024, Robert Paul and his wife lost nearly everything. Their home was destroyed, and like many Americans, they turned to their insurance provider for relief — and were relieved when their $30,000 claim was quickly approved. But that relief quickly turned to frustration. The settlement check from […]