Growing rat infestations are causing thousands of dollars worth of damage to cars across Chicago — but chewed up wires aren’t covered by warranty. How to pest-proof your vehicle now
The last thing Chicagoans expect when they lift the hood of their car is a literal rat’s nest. But rodents do enjoy curling up in warm spaces and chewing on any available wires, which makes nestling in the engine block of your vehicle a cozy spot. And, much to the chagrin of residents, rats have […]
I’m 68, survived a car crash and have relied on Medicaid for years. Now I’m inheriting $250K from a friend — but fear losing benefits. How can I protect the money, make sure my kids get it?
Imagine this scenario: Two decades ago, Kristin was driving home from a friend’s house when she was struck by a drunk driver, who hit her car head-on. After surviving a coma and suffering a brain injury that made it impossible to work, she’s been on Medicaid ever since. While she has enough money to get […]
‘It was horrible’: Illinois man files $50K lawsuit against major retailer after ‘white-glove’ delivery escalates into 911 call — says he can’t believe he ‘was treated that way’ over furniture
Imagine spending nearly $18,000 on brand-new furniture, only to end up face down on the street, confronted by cops with guns drawn. That’s exactly what happened to Noah Jacob, a Naperville, Illinois, father who says a home delivery from Ashley Homestore turned into a nightmare. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
‘What in the world are they doing?’: A Texas mayor says his city lost $1.7M in property taxes when a developer pulled off ‘one of the greatest frauds.’ Here’s how they got away with it
Jim Ross, mayor of Arlington, Texas, was furious when he learned his city was losing millions of dollars yearly because of a real estate loophole allowing private developers to avoid paying property taxes. "I think it’s inappropriate at best. It’s underhanded," Ross said to CBS News. "I was pissed. I still am." Don’t miss I’m […]
This 1 part of Florida is emerging as America’s ‘epicenter of housing weakness’ — expert warns of ‘really long’ bubble deflation. Will it spread to the rest of the US?
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. Bubbles don’t always burst — sometimes they deflate. But the process can still be painful, as some Florida home sellers are now discovering. According to a Bloomberg analysis of […]
‘[Stocks] are very unsafe for tomorrow’: Warren Buffett once revealed the biggest risk with the US stock market — here’s what it is and how to capitalize for big riches
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. What’s the biggest risk investors face in the stock market? Depending on who you talk to, it could be anything from tariff uncertainty to geopolitical conflicts. It might even […]
‘My suckers are here!’: Kentucky mom stunned after son, 8, secretly orders $4,200 worth of Dum-Dums — leaving her with 70,000 lollipops to sell on Facebook thanks to Amazon return policy
A Kentucky mom got the shock of her life when 30 giant boxes of Dum-Dum lollipops showed up on her porch, ordered by her 8-year-old son. Holly LaFavers, a mom from Lexington, says her son Liam was playing on her phone over the weekend when he placed a massive order through Amazon: 30 cases of […]
This Colorado woman swapped her 3,000-square-foot home for a 520-square-foot luxury tiny house on wheels — now she pays just $725/month. Could going small be the big change you need?
When Jen Gressett’s 18-year marriage ended in 2018, she didn’t just need a new place to live — she needed a fresh start. But after selling her 3,000-square-foot home near Boulder, Colorado, she found that traditional housing options were simply out of reach financially. So she got creative. Inspired by the tiny home trend she’d […]
‘I’m kind of lost right now’: NY man’s debt explodes from $30K to a whopping $100K in less than a year due to gambling — despite earning six figures. What Dave Ramsey says to do ASAP
When Jelani from New York called into The Ramsey Show about his financial problems, he didn’t sugarcoat his situation. "I owe over $100,000. I’m kind of lost right now,” he told finance personality Dave Ramsey in a clip posted May 28. “I don’t know if I should file [for] bankruptcy. I just need some advice," […]
‘Sometimes, everything can go down’: Suze Orman says retirees need this much cash on hand at all times — and it’s more than you might expect
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. How much money do you really need to retire without losing sleep at night? If you think your 401(k) alone will cut it, think again — one wrong market […]