‘Son, roll up your sleeves’: Dave Ramsey lays into ‘entitled’ man for questioning why to even invest if he might not live to enjoy his riches — but Ramsey says his mindset is the real problem
Sometimes you can get the best advice by poking the bear. One write-in guest on The Ramsey Show found out the hard way after trying to “make sense” of Dave Ramsey’s investment advice. “You keep saying to invest $100 a month beginning at age 30 and you’ll be worth $5 million at 70 years old,” […]
Nearly 25% of Americans are ‘functionally unemployed’ — and that’s a big problem. Are you one of them?
A low unemployment rate typically signals that an economy is generally healthy. The unemployment rate in the U.S. remained near a 50-year-low in April 2025 at 4.2% — plus, American employers added 177,000 jobs in April despite the uncertainty of Trump’s tariffs and trade wars. This all sounds good, right? Not so fast. Don’t miss […]
Here are 6 ‘bad assets’ that could cause you to retire poor in America — how many do you own?
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. You probably know the importance of retiring with a hefty, well-diversified portfolio of assets. But what if some of your assets are actually hidden liabilities? Here are the top […]
This North Carolina man received an envelope full of gravel — among 20 other mysterious packages he didn’t order. He says he’s ‘stuck in a loop’ of a ‘brushing’ scam. Here’s how it works
Thomas Dement of Wake Forest, North Carolina, is no stranger to online shopping deliveries. But recently, he’s been inundated with packages that he didn’t order — and some don’t even have his name on them. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here […]
Dreaming of a personal oasis … in metro Detroit? This $600K home on a private island is up for sale — but even the dazzling lake views might not justify the pricey reality of island life
There are many things to consider when buying a new home. For example, a house’s price, size, location and future property value are important factors that could make or break your level of interest in a specific property. But privacy is also a factor that many homebuyers covet — and for those who fall into […]
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here’s what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
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. With over 30 years of fielding listener calls and cultivating a devoted audience, Dave Ramsey has become one of the rare experts truly in tune with the nation’s financial […]
Inflation-proof your finances: Credit card hacks to help you save on your groceries
With grocery prices soaring 3.8% year-over-year – more than double Canada’s overall inflation rate of 1.7% – your weekly shop is eating up more of your budget than ever before. But following some smart credit card strategies could put an extra $1,465 back in your pocket annually, on groceries alone. Here are the most effective […]
Are recession fears keeping you up at night? Here are 3 strategic moves to protect your finances as Trump’s trade wars escalate
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. Recession fears have dogged Americans since the Covid years, and they’re showing no signs of stopping. In March, J.P. Morgan’s chief economist said there’s a 40% chance the U.S. […]
Prices don’t go down: Jerome Powell says it’s too early to debate monetary policy as economy remains solid – but that optimism is not being felt in American households
Despite policy shifts under the Trump administration — from tariffs to immigration to federal spending — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the U.S. economy remains on solid footing. While the long-term effects of the policy changes continue to unfold, Powell signaled no urgency to adjust monetary policy, citing a strong labor market and easing […]
Exercising demons and trying to find love: How two Ontario men lost more than $150,000 to psychics. Here’s what happened and how you can avoid falling victim
What would you do for love? It’s a question we’ve likely all asked ourselves at some point, especially if we’re in a moment of emotional desperation. For Joanne Whalen from Whitby, ON, she was willing to give over $50,000 to a so-called psychic to fall in love with someone she met at a fitness club. […]