My wife and I, both 79, are trying to survive on $2K/month from Social Security. Our house is paid off and we have $50K in savings, but we’re scared of running out of cash — what do we do?
The average annual spending for U.S. households of those 75 years and older was $53,481 in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. With a modest $2,000 monthly income from Social Security and $50,000 in savings, it’s natural to be worried about outliving your savings and looking for some guidance. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the American dream isn’t ‘let them eat flat-screens’ or ‘cheap baubles from China’ — says Trump is focused on mortgages, cars, real wage gains
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. In a stunning reversal of policy, President Donald Trump slashed “Liberation day” tariffs on China from 145% to 30% for 90 days as of May 14. The landmark agreement […]
A majority of Canadians are concerned about overtourism
Many Canadians pride themselves on the natural beauty of the country, and a lot of work goes into maintaining that, whether that means being more conscientious of the environment or literally managing the amount of people in any site of natural wonder. It makes sense then that that attitude extends to tourism. A new survey […]
Colorado man fights back after ‘intentionally complex’ hospital billing system leaves him with $104K bill for emergency surgery — how to ensure your hospital doesn’t try to overcharge you
Blake Pfeifer of Colorado Springs is calling on hospitals to uphold their legal requirements for transparent pricing. Pfeifer underwent emergency stomach surgery at the University of Colorado Health Memorial Hospital Central in 2022 and was surprised when bills for his week-long stay just kept coming. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
This Miami senior, 76, can’t prove she was ever born in America — and her segregation-era birth has trapped her in driver’s license limbo. What to do if you miss the Real ID deadline
Janette Gantt Palmer was born at home in 1949, during segregation in Aiken County, South Carolina. Because of this, she was never issued a birth certificate. Now, at 76 years old, Gantt Palmer is trying to renew her driver’s license, and she’s hitting a roadblock. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
‘Breakfast, lunch and dinner’: Multiple guests launch lawsuits against 2 Las Vegas Strip hotels, claiming they were ‘massacred’ by bedbugs — how to avoid sleeping in an infested room
A pair of hotels along the Las Vegas Strip are facing lawsuits after guests reported being bitten by bedbugs, one requiring a hospital visit. Four visitors filed three lawsuits — two against the Luxor Hotel & Casino and one against Treasure Island — on April 21, according to 8 News Now, with guests saying in […]
I’m 61 and recently got laid off, but I’m not a prime candidate for employment at my age. I still want to work, but no one will hire me. What can I do?
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. Getting laid off can be a harsh blow at any age. But at 61, it can be an extremely difficult thing. Even if you’re well qualified to do what […]
Americans could see price hikes across the country thanks to Trump’s trade war — so don’t get caught napping. Here are 5 ‘everyday items’ to load up on before they become more expensive
American consumers can expect to see higher prices for goods made in China — and maybe even empty shelves. After President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs were announced on April 2, markets took a nosedive. A 145% tariff on Chinese goods effectively blocked trade and resulted in a slowdown at ports. The CEOs of major retailers, […]
New York woman being crushed by ‘nightmare’ $230K student debt due to parents’ ‘horrific financial advice’ — and The Ramsey Show hosts push her to finally ‘get serious’ about her life
When Lexi called into The Ramsey Show from New York, her voice carried the weight of crushing debt and the pressure of years of following flawed familial guidance. Lexi admitted she’d made a lot of "really bad financial decisions” in order to fulfill her parents’ dreams. They wanted her to pursue medicine. Don’t miss I’m […]
How to put Dave Ramsey’s ‘7 Baby Steps’ 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. Breaking out of the debt cycle isn’t easy. According to research by Empower, 37% of Americans can’t cover a $400 emergency expense without borrowing money or dipping into their […]