The median age of US homebuyers is a shocking 56 years old — it was 31 in 1981. Here’s why that’s a big problem
When you picture a typical homebuyer, you probably envision a young adult in their 30s who is ready to put down roots and buy a property for the family they’re beginning to build. This was certainly true back in 1981. The median age of a homebuyer at the time was 31 years old, according to […]
‘It’s not taxed at all’: Warren Buffett said this is the ‘best investment’ you can make to fight inflation — how to put his advice into action
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 an estimated net worth of $161.8 billion, Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has built a tremendous financial empire. Now, At 94 years old, Warren Buffett has […]
Knoxville woman, 79, being evicted from apartment over ill daughter’s ‘excessive noise and disruptive behavior’ — how to handle housing obstacles on a fixed income amid US housing crisis
Julie Powers, a 79-year-old senior from Knoxville, Tennessee, is facing eviction from her long-time rental apartment. The septuagenarian, who is living on a monthly fixed income of $1,900, began experiencing trouble when neighbors started filing complaints about Powers’ 42-year-old daughter, who moved into the apartment over a year ago. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
‘I thought maybe it was the UPS guy’: Florida family woken up by alligator scratching at their front door — here’s how to safeguard your home from gator gatecrashers
In a startling incident showcasing the unique challenges of Florida living, Courtney Beck and her family were awakened by an unexpected visitor — a large alligator attempting to enter their home. “That was just not what I was expecting,” Beck recounted to WSVN 7News in a story published May 11. “I thought maybe it was […]
Jalen Hurts lives in a $2,000/month rental apartment in New Jersey despite $255 million contract — here’s why and what you can learn from the Super Bowl MVP
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. Although he hit the jackpot with a massive $255 million contract in 2023, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts still lives like a humble college student. He rents an apartment […]
Got $2 million? Here’s how long that nest egg will last you, depending on which US state you live in — you’ll get almost 50 more years in the cheapest state compared to the most expensive
A record number of people are reaching retirement age. Each day, more than 11,200 Americans turn 65 — adding up to 4.1 million Americans hitting retirement age per year. And yet very few of them feel they have enough saved to last the rest of their lives. The Federal Reserve reports that the reality is […]
Barbara Corcoran is convinced it’s ‘a good time to buy’ a home despite 77% of Americans believing otherwise — here’s why she thinks the US real estate market will come back ‘by storm’
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. There’s a reason so many Americans are hesitant to buy a home right now. For starters, homes are less affordable than they’ve been in the past. In April, the […]
‘Strangers coming to the house’: California woman looking for answers after finding out her home was used in a fake rental listing — how these scams work and what to know to protect yourself
A Rosemead, California, woman says she’s had strangers arrive at her front door after a scammer falsely listed her home as a short-term rental online. “We found out our house was listed on Booking.com,” Alexis Cavish told KTLA 5 News in a story published May 16. “We are not renting out our house.” Cavish says […]
Worried about an impending recession? 10 money moves to make right 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 chance of a recession hitting the U.S. economy in 2025 has gone down — but only slightly. JP Morgan scaled back its recession forecast from 60% to 40% […]
I’m 65, tired of working and have very little savings — is it possible to live off CPP alone? Yes, but you’ll need to make these 3 big sacrifices
If you plan on retiring and rely primarily on the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) you may have heard you will end up being perpetually cash-strapped. So, does that mean you should stay at your job? Learn to survive on noodles? Or work more to build up savings? To help you decide, you first need to […]