My aunt swindled $30K from my grandparents’ savings. How to stop elder abuse when victims are afraid to act
Bria is a young woman who recently moved in with her aging grandparents to help with their daily tasks and ensure they can continue to live in their house despite their health problems. While she was happy to take on the work of cleaning, cooking and caring for them, Bria discovered something she was unprepared […]
My mom plans to spend every cent she has before she dies — but she knows my brother and I are struggling and that just seems selfish. What can we do?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Isabella and Lorenzo are siblings who have faced financial difficulties throughout adulthood. Both are in their 30s — Isabella’s a divorced mom of three, Lorenzo’s a married father of two — and they’re barely making ends meet. Let’s say they have […]
California woman seeks Dave Ramsey’s advice after her husband lost their entire $1M nest egg — but Ramsey can’t overlook 1 concerning detail
Debra’s husband has a problem. He’s addicted to sports gambling and has frittered away almost $1 million of their savings. The Sacramento native, 69, called in to The Ramsey Show, expressing dismay and frustration — classifying her husband, 79, as a severe gambler. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord […]
Your hospital bill could be as much as 900% cheaper outside your home state — if you know how to ‘shop around’ for cheaper health care. Here’s how
It’s no secret that health care expenses can add up quickly. What might surprise you, though, is just how much costs can swing depending on the hospital you choose. A new report by Trilliant Health [1] highlights the wide gap. For example, ankle replacement surgery can cost anywhere from $22,011 to $197,057, depending on where […]
My wife is currently unemployed and offered to handle our finances — but then went behind my back and racked up $40K on my credit card. What can I do?
Some couples handle their finances together, while others opt to split the responsibilities. If you have an unemployed spouse, they may have offered to take over some household responsibilities to free up your time. And that could include managing your household’s finances. That’s fine if your spouse stays on top of bills. But what if […]
You’re doing better than around 50% of Americans if you check off just 1 of these 3 boxes — how do you stack up?
It’s easy, and fairly common, to feel like you’re lagging behind everyone else when it comes to finances. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% […]
Ray Dalio sounds alarm over looming ‘civil war’ in America — claims our power to ‘hurt each other’ has never been greater. Are you at risk?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. It’s been more than 160 years since America’s last civil war — but billionaire investor Ray Dalio is warning that another one may be brewing. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as […]
Here are the top 7 habits of ‘quietly wealthy’ Canadians: How many do you follow?
The millionaire next door doesn’t always have to make headlines or bask in an elevated public profile. They probably built their fortune in a mundane and boring way and live an equally understated lifestyle. These are what some may call the “stealthy wealthy” and their habits hold powerful lessons for anyone serious about financial freedom. […]
A tax-refund surge is coming soon, JPMorgan says — will shift US economy like a ‘new round’ of stimulus checks. Are you eligible for a big refund?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. There’s a fresh wave of tax refunds coming for Americans in 2026. That’s according to the chief strategist at JPMorgan Asset Management, David Kelly. In a note published on LinkedIn, Kelly explained that many of the tax cuts announced as part […]
I just bought my dream home, only to discover it’s infested with bats. There’s evidence the sellers knew — who has to pay?
Buying a house is a milestone for many people. But what happens if you discover you’re sharing your new space with hundreds of bats? This scenario is more common than you might think and can quickly turn into a headache. Bats pose health risks, can cause damage and are not the kind of thing a […]