I’m 36, with 2 kids, and in the middle of a divorce. I’m moving home to my parents’ for a bit to save money — and I want to invest at least $3.5K/month for my future. Where do I start?
As a 30-something, rebuilding your life post-divorce can feel daunting, especially if there are a couple of kids involved. However, if you’ve moved back in with your parents and you’re starting with no debt and a steady monthly savings goal of $3,500, you’re in an incredibly strong position. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
Air Canada’s $500M share buyback explained — what investors need to know before June 20
Air Canada (TOR:AC.TO) is buying back up to C$500 million worth of its own stock through a substantial issuer bid, a type of buyback that gives shareholders a chance to sell their shares directly back to the company at a premium. The deadline to participate is June 20, 2025. If you’re a shareholder, you now […]
‘End the excuses’: California Gov. Gavin Newsom calls on cities to ban homeless encampments as he escalates crackdown — but here’s why critics are calling it ‘backwards’
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has introduced a model ordinance, calling on state municipalities to ban tent encampments on public property. “There’s nothing compassionate about letting people die on the streets,” Newsom said in a press release on May 12. “Now, we’re giving [local leaders] a model they can put to work immediately, with urgency and […]
Millions of Americans in their 20s are jobless — but are ‘worthless degrees’ and a system of broken promises really to blame? Here’s what’s behind the catastrophic rise of NEETs
When many people picture someone aged 16 to 24, they imagine a student buried in books or a young adult starting their first job. But for more than 4.3 million Gen Zers, neither is true — they’re not in school, not working, and increasingly unsure where they fit in. That’s according to the latest report […]
$10,000 question: How much are you willing to risk lending to family when the odds of payback keep shrinking?
A few years ago, your brother borrowed money to help pay for groceries for several months, and paid you back. But now, he finds himself short of cash again and you’re not sure whether you want to lend her more money. Wanting to help out a friend or family member when they’re in a financial […]
‘How can they be so heartless?’: NY senior must downsize after nonprofit running her housing complex folds — but she can’t afford to move as the program is still getting her Social Security
In a shocking collapse of care and accountability, elderly and disabled residents at two Rochester housing complexes were given just 10 days to vacate after a support program they depended on shut down suddenly, leaving some without housing or access to their own Social Security checks. One of those affected is 80-year-old Georgia Johnson. She […]
12 best neighbourhoods in Toronto
Toronto is made up of an incredibly vibrant mix of unique neighbourhoods, each one with its own personality, amenities and charm. Are you looking for the best neighbourhoods in Toronto for families, districts filled with great schools, large parks and an enthusiastic community spirit? Or maybe you’re searching for a welcoming spot for young professionals; […]
Warren Buffett says this 1 US asset class offers ‘so much more opportunity’ than real estate — and a young Charlie Munger would’ve picked it ‘in a second’ over property. Do you own enough?
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. Real estate has long been a go-to asset for building wealth in America, offering income through rent and potential gains through appreciation. But according to investing legend Warren Buffett, […]
‘An American nightmare’: Massachusetts landlord started driving Uber just to pay his bills during 2-year battle with ‘professional tenants’ — how to spot renters trying to ‘play the system’
After losing nearly $100,000, Leo Behaj is sharing his experience with a pair of troublesome renters he says “have a PhD” in scamming landlords. Behaj and his wife bought a second home in Reading, Massachusetts a few years ago with the intention of moving in when their children got to high school, allowing the kids […]
‘Why us?’: This NYC homeowner found a phone wrapped in duct tape buried in her lawn — and police say it’s part of a new tactic burglars are using to spy on potential victims
A Queens woman found what looked like a phone buried in her front lawn — but it wasn’t just lost property. Mary Kehoe, who’s lived in her Forest Hill home for 35 years, spotted the strange device outside. It looked like an Android phone wrapped in black tape, with only the camera exposed — like […]