San Diego police arrest 5 after hourlong SWAT standoff — how a tip tied to a Facebook Marketplace post led to the arrests and recovery of 5 stolen trailers and a gun
San Diego police received a tip recently about a stolen trailer listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace. That tip led to an hourlong SWAT raid and the discovery of four more stolen trailers, with five suspects arrested. "Obviously, no one wants this in their community — especially if it’s a chop shop or an active […]
This is the true value of having a fully paid-off home in America — especially when you’re heading into retirement
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. There’s great news for America’s homeowners: A growing percentage now own their homes outright. No mortgage, no liens. As of 2024, about 38.8% of owner-occupied homes in the United […]
This retired military couple found their forever home in an abandoned 37.5-acre Kentucky farmstead — and it only cost them $390K. Now they see it as the key to unlocking self-sufficiency
As home prices soar and dreams of ownership slip away for many Americans, one couple decided to stop chasing the market and a new life from the ground up. In spring 2024, Sophie Hilaire Goldie, 37, and her husband Rocky Goldie, 50, purchased a 37.5-acre fixer-upper homestead in rural Kentucky for $390,000 and began transforming […]
This Phoenix couple discovered termites, faulty pipes and a hole in the wall within days of closing on their dream home — despite it having passed inspections. Here’s their warning for buyers
A Phoenix couple’s homebuying joy turned into a cautionary tale after termites, burst pipes and a hidden hole in the wall surfaced just days after they closed on a property. Hailey and Alex Aguire were thrilled to return to Arizona from the East Coast and settle into a remodeled home they’d secured after a quick […]
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 […]
Peter Schiff just blasted America’s trade deal with China — warns the Asian nation won by calling Trump’s ‘bluff’ on 145% tariffs, agreeing to ‘nothing’ in return. Is he right?
While the White House is trumpeting the “Art of the Deal,” some may say the recent U.S.-China trade deal is a chapter out of “The Subtle Art of Getting Steamrolled.” 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 […]
Protect up to $800K from inflation: Why Canadians are moving fast on high-interest savings accounts
Knowing where to put your savings can be a struggle. Investing can lead to high returns, but make it harder to access your cash in a pinch. And on the other hand, while your standard savings account is always accessible, interest rates can be low. If you’re looking for low risk, but hoping for some […]
‘It’s heartbreaking’: More than 100 victims banded together through Facebook to seek justice after Houston business owner defrauded them of $1M — here’s how to spot a sketchy builder
For the third time, Amanda Sparks, the owner of A&L Sheds, has been arrested — this time, in Montgomery County, Texas. Authorities allege she scammed more than 100 people out of more than $1 million by promising to build sheds and tiny homes that were never delivered. Sparks’ previous arrests occurred in Gray and Harris […]
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 […]
‘It opened the door to a lot of other victims’: Georgia police are warning of a surge in stolen cars being sold on Facebook Marketplace — here’s what to watch out for when buying a new car
Gwinnett County Police in Georgia are warning car buyers to be cautious when shopping online, especially on Facebook Marketplace. Authorities have uncovered a scheme in which thieves are selling stolen vehicles — specifically Honda CR-Vs — with altered Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) to unsuspecting buyers. The cars are primarily stolen from New York, given fake […]