A cement truck crashed into homes in this San Francisco county — 2 houses are now ‘red-tagged’ with 14 people displaced. What legal, insurance options would you have if it happened to you?
Imagine coming home and finding out that a cement truck is in the middle of your living room. It’s hard to picture a disaster like this, but it became a reality for residents of two Daly City Homes. "I’m a bit traumatized," Jennifer Lu, one of the impacted homeowners, told NBC Bay Area. "Luckily, my […]
‘I want to thank America’: This amazing Florida senior just celebrated her 100th birthday — and says she might even make it to 200. Here’s her golden keys to living a long, rich life
Some people like to celebrate their birthdays in a low-key fashion. But Hester Petty of Jacksonville, Florida, decided her milestone birthday warranted a week-long trip to New York City. Petty turned 100 on May 17. And she isn’t done by a long shot. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement […]
Are you too scared to check your credit score? 7 common Canadian credit score myths you should never believe
Taking the mystery out of how credit scores work can help you boost your rating. It’s typically recommended that you check your credit score at least once a year to know your standing and also mitigate the risk of identity theft. That being said, many credit card holders don’t really understand how it all works, […]
This LA building is being taken over by squatters, crime, vandalism, even fires. Owner has spent $100K on repairs — but the city hasn’t acted. Here’s what she’s up against in California
The owner of a commercial building in Huntington Park, California, says she’s been battling squatters for years — and she’s had enough. Dr. Tahani Soliman, who owns an office near Rugby and Slauson avenues, says trespassers have repeatedly caused fires, stolen utilities and stripped rooftop air conditioning units. Despite spending thousands on repairs and security, […]
New York woman was about to get scammed out of $408,000 in gold bars — then this local angel saved her nest egg just in time. How it all went down and how to avoid a similar ordeal
A single phone call happened to save a Rochester woman more than $400,000. Mike DeMarino, the owner of Med City Coin & Bullion, became suspicious when a woman called requesting to purchase hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of gold. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should […]
Lotto winners of more than $103,000 in Massachusetts often want the jumbo check, but not the photo (yet the law requires it) — here’s how 1 attorney keeps their riches a secret
Massachusetts residents might recognize Natalie Logan. She’s had her picture taken — a lot — by the state’s lottery commission while posing with a big smile and even bigger winner’s check. But it’s not because Logan embodies Lady Luck herself — she’s an attorney who helps lottery winners stay anonymous. Don’t miss I’m 49 years […]
I’m 63 years old, worked hard my entire life, and I just got fired after announcing my retirement. Is that even legal — and what are my options from here?
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. Announcing your retirement a few months in advance is often considered a courtesy to your company. Not only does it give your employer time to manage the transition and […]
My dad just died and I found out he cut all 3 of his other kids out of his will for ‘betraying’ him — I feel guilty keeping everything and my siblings are furious. What should I do?
The death of a loved one can be devastating for a family, but when a disputed will quickly follows the funeral, the grieving process often turns into a bitter dispute. Case in point: the Levitt family. Caroline Levitt, a 29-year-old woman who is grieving the loss of her father, has been grappling with backlash from […]
‘The face of homelessness has changed’: This Florida woman, 78, lives out of her car and eats just 1 meal a day — why more and more seniors in the Sunshine State are facing homelessness
South Florida resident Carolyn is 78 years old — and at a time in her life when she should be enjoying life’s comforts, she’s instead living in her car because she can’t afford a home. “I look at it as a journey. I’ve had many journeys in my life,” she told WSVN 7News in a […]
My husband died suddenly last year after a short illness — can I collect his Social Security and my own at the same time or would that cause problems?
Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, was waiting to claim Social Security at 65 when she’d also be eligible for Medicare benefits. Her late husband made more money over the course of his career, so he would have received a […]