Before moving into assisted living, a Montana man racked up $18K in credit card debt — leaving his wife, 75, on the hook. Here’s what Dave Ramsey told their son to do now
When Matt from Bismarck, North Dakota, called into The Ramsey Show, he asked if his mom was responsible for his dad’s credit-card debt. His father, now in assisted living, racked up $18,000 on an American Express card. While Veterans Affairs assistance covers some of his residential care, it’s not enough to cover interest on his […]
Here are 5 things that will likely get more expensive in 2025 — no matter what Trump does in the White House
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. Imported household appliances that are made with steel parts — like washing machines, refrigerators and stoves — will be subject to President Trump’s expanded tariffs starting June 23, according […]
‘I hope she gets what’s coming for her’: NYC women speak out after influencer took thousands from them for specialized training course — and then vanished. How to avoid a similar situation
In a New York minute, three women looking to bolster their aesthetician careers lost more than $3,000 each when a highly promoted makeup course vanished overnight, along with the influencer behind it. Marley Matamoros, Ashley Landin and Michelle Echeverry, all from New York, paid their money to take an unlicensed course led by Miami-based TikTok […]
I said I’d cosign an auto loan for my parents and gave them all my details for the paperwork — but then they went to the dealer without me and got completely ripped off. What happens now?
It’s enough to leave any adult child fuming with frustration. You agreed to cosign a car loan for your parents with normal expectations — a limit on how much they’d spend, say $23,000, and an understanding you’d actually get to sign the loan. You hand over your information to help with initial paperwork, then you […]
Don’t get scammed: How to spot financial MLMs and fake “get-rich-quick” schemes before they drain your wallet
Between rising interest rates, a shaky stock market and the threat of a trade war with the US, it’s no surprise that financial uncertainty has instilled fear in people in recent years. And unfortunately, this financial uncertainty makes people more vulnerable to falling for get-rich-quick (or “quicker”) schemes in times of need. More specifically, multi-level […]
Even rich seniors are scared to spend money in retirement: Here’s how to spend more and be happier without the risk of outliving your cash
You’ve worked hard to save for retirement and the time is finally here. Now, the challenge isn’t about how you’ll spend your time. A far more pressing concern is the fear of outliving your savings, which may influence how you spend your money. In other words, this apprehension could lead to spending less and truly […]
‘I went into tears’: North Dakota woman tricked into believing Taylor Swift was going to give her a brand-new truck — now she’s warning others to not be blinded by popular star-power scams
West Fargo resident Mary Pickarell was thrilled to get a text that appeared to be from Travis Kelce’s mother, Donna — known to cheer on her football star son alongside his superstar girlfriend, Taylor Swift. The text said Pickarell had won a special Mother’s Day prize: a personal visit from Swift herself and a brand-new […]
California county officials warn drivers to hit the brakes before they ‘get duped’ by this new text scam popping up all across the US — how it works and what to know to protect yourself
When you’re caught speeding, driving recklessly, running a red light or doing something else that violates traffic laws, there are hefty fines involved. Typically, a police officer hands you a ticket on the spot or you get a notice in the mail. One way your citation won’t be delivered? Via text message. Unfortunately, con artists […]
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 wanted to spare my kids the burden of student debt — but I made 1 huge mistake with their 529 plan. What I’d do differently if I could go back (and what you can learn from my missteps)
Imagine you’re a diligent parent who, haunted by your own student debt, maxes out a 529 college savings plan for your kids every year to afford a pricey private college. Then life veers off script: Your kids picked more affordable in‑state schools, graduated early and even received help from a generous grandparent. Don’t miss I’m […]