How much is the average Social Security check of a middle-class retiree?
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. Social Security is an important piece of the retirement puzzle, particularly for middle-class retirees who count on the safety net to supplement their post-career income. But if you see […]
‘I can’t open my window’: Houston tenants file 30 health department violations after living for weeks with stench of overflowing garbage bins, no AC or hot water — how things got so bad
Residents of the Westbury Reserve Apartments in southwest Houston are finally seeing some relief after weeks of dealing with the stench of uncollected garbage, no hot water and no air conditioning. "I can’t open my window. I come out here every day, especially with that rain. You know how that smells,” resident Bernard Joseph told […]
How a man travelled the world in 24-hour trips — and how Canadians can do it too
Kevin Droniak, a 27-year-old content creator, has captivated audiences with his innovative approach to travel, undertaking 24-hour trips to destinations such as Paris, Egypt and Puerto Rico. His philosophy centres on maximizing experiences without the need for extended vacations or hefty budgets. Droniak’s method involves skipping hotel accommodations and focusing on one main activity per […]
‘What did I sign?’: A Houston man claims his illiterate stepfather — who doesn’t speak English and struggles with memory loss — was scammed into taking on $98K of solar panel debt
Isable Aguirre, a 72-year-old Houston resident, can’t read or write and speaks only Spanish. The senior also struggles with memory loss. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Gain potential […]
Prolific investor and author Robert Kiyosaki says America’s poor listen to Suze Orman and the middle class follow Dave Ramsey — here are 3 tips from his playbook for creating real wealth
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. Robert Kiyosaki has a controversial take on debt: you shouldn’t avoid it. Instead, just embrace it. Garrett Gunderson interviewed Kiyosaki in 2019, and that’s how he said the rich […]
Americans over the age of 55 are the country’s fastest-growing workforce — here’s why so many are now kicking retirement down the road
Joan Madden-Ceballos didn’t make headlines for volunteering or falling victim to a crime. Instead, she caught the attention of Boston 25 News for something that says a lot about about America today: at 70, she’s still on the job. Madden-Ceballos is among the growing number of Americans 65 and older who are staying in the […]
Watch out GTA commuters: RBC latest big company to mandate back-to-office mandates in 2025
The return-to-office (RTO) movement is accelerating across Canada in 2025, with the Canadian federal government and major corporations rolling out RTO orders that are reshaping the work-life balance for thousands of employees. Even large U.S.-based companies with Canadian offices, such as Amazon, Dell, JPMorgan Chase, Disney and BlackRock are pushing for increased in-office presence, leaving […]
62% of Canadians rely on income from contract work, so what happens if this money disappears? Here’s how you can protect your loved ones
The gig economy is a big economy. According to a 2025 survey by Statistics Canada, approximately 28% of Canadians — roughly 8.7 million adults — engage in some form of gig work across the country. In the same Stats Can report it was shown that 62% of gig workers rely on their gig income either […]
You are a working American at age 30, 50 or 60 — here’s much you should have saved for retirement. Are you dangerously behind?
Most Americans are worried about money, especially when it comes to retirement. A 2025 survey by Capital One and The Decision Lab found that 77% of U.S. adults feel anxious about their personal finances. A separate Allianz Life survey reveals that 64% of adults fear outliving their savings more than death itself. Don’t miss I’m […]
I’m 63 years old, worked hard my entire life, and I just got fired after announcing my retirement. Is that even legal — and what are my options from here?
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. Announcing your retirement a few months in advance is often considered a courtesy to your company. Not only does it give your employer time to manage the transition and […]