‘This is not Biblical’: Oklahoma man turns to Dave Ramsey after saying he was instructed to invest in the church over saving for retirement — and Ramsey’s answer may surprise you
It’s natural for some people to want to be as charitable as they can afford. But at what point do we stop helping ourselves and invest in others? Daniel from Oklahoma wrote to The Ramsey Show to explain a dilemma he was having. He claimed his church told its members not to focus on investing […]
Canada Post strike could delay CPP and OAS: Here’s how seniors can protect their income
As talk of a Canada Post strike heats up, many Canadians — especially seniors — are wondering what it means for their monthly income. For those relying on government programs like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), or the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), the fear of missing a payment can cause real […]
A Cleveland mother of three is using 1 simple hack to slash her grocery bill amid sky-high prices — and it’s working wonders. How to save cash on food each month without too much sacrifice
With a new baby and two other growing boys, the price of food adds up quickly for Kandyce Thorton. “I feel like every time I go to the store I’m spending more than I should,” Thorton told News 5 Cleveland reporter Elizabeth VanMetre in a story published May 1. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Urgent warning issued for US consumers after ‘security breach’ of 184,000,000 passwords — here’s who’s exposed and how to protect yourself
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. If you’ve been ignoring those pesky "suspicious login" alerts in your inbox, now might be the time to pay attention. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered an unprotected online database […]
Here’s how to become a millionaire on a low salary — it’s far more realistic than you may think
It’s easy to assume that wealth and income are deeply intertwined. After all, how does anyone become wealthy without a high-income stream? However, data gathered by Dave Ramsey’s team suggests the link between wealth and income may be weaker than most people assume. Looking to our neighbours down south, only 31% of American millionaires earned […]
I’m 45 with 5 children to support and my breadwinning husband died unexpectedly. I only get $1.5K/month from disability and still have a $220K mortgage — how do I secure our financial future?
The death of a spouse is devastating under any circumstances. But, what happens if your spouse who passed away was also the breadwinner for your family of seven, including five children? When this type of tragic incident occurs, survivors left behind can find their whole life changed. Now, imagine that you are the surviving spouse. […]
‘Don’t be embarrassed’: Las Vegas police urge scam victims to ‘come forward right away’ after making 12 arrests linked to ‘security courier’ scheme that conned $3 million out of 24 victims
Las Vegas police have arrested 12 people in connection with a crime wave swindling dozens of victims out of their life savings — not at the casino but on their computers. As Las Vegas CBS affiliate 8 News Now reports, 24 victims who lost a total $3 million have come forward to date, launching the […]
Canada’s history up for sale: Hudson’s Bay artifacts head to auction as museums struggle and investors move in
As the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC ) — North America’s oldest retailer — undergoes an historic wind-down, its extensive collection of over 1,700 artworks and 2,700 artifacts is headed for the auction block. This liquidation includes irreplaceable pieces such as the 1670 Royal Charter from King Charles II, a cornerstone document in Canadian history, and […]
Ohio trio arrested after allegedly stealing more than $600K from SNAP to buy thousands worth of candy, Red Bull and other junk foods — how this type of fraud may be eating into your benefits
A trio in Columbus, Ohio, are awaiting their chance to enter a plea to fraud charges after allegedly bilking more than $600,000 from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit program. It’s not yet known how the group’s scheme worked, but the sweet tooths have been collaborating since July 2024, using stolen SNAP benefit cards […]
‘I feel lousy’: Tampa woman, 83, paid a heavy $4,500 toll after being hooked by trendy phishing text. Here’s what the scam looks like — and how to avoid falling for the bait
When Ed Mondello’s 83-year-old wife received a text message about an unpaid toll, it seemed legitimate. “They said she didn’t pay the toll and had to pay $6.99 by a certain time,” the Tampa Bay resident told WFLA News. “If not, it would go to her credit report, and she would lose her registration. I […]