Grant Cardone argues that owning a home in America is not an ‘investment’ if you live there, pay expenses — says he’d rather pay $2,400 in rent versus $2,400 in mortgage. Do you agree?
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. To buy or to rent? It’s one of the most enduring financial debates — and for good reason. For most people, buying a home is the biggest financial decision […]
‘You’ve made a colossal mess’: Dave Ramsey left speechless after Seattle man borrowed $80K from in-laws for trailer parked on their ‘dirt’ — now things are awkward. 3 crucial takeaways
Jeremy from Seattle, Washington, believes his recent purchase of a recreational four-wheeler was a “dumb decision.” Speaking with finance guru Dave Ramsey on a recent episode of The Ramsey Show, the young man said his new “toy” is irritating his parents-in-law because they want him to focus on repaying $80,000 he borrowed from them to […]
Phoenix pastor among 22 charged in alleged $60M Medicaid fraud, billing for clients who were in jail, hospitalized or dead — but attorney accuses state of deflecting ‘blame’ from its failures
Medicaid fraud harms far more than just the patients bilked out of that taxpayer-funded aid. Just ask Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, whose office has been conducting an investigation into a sober-living homes scandal that could reportedly cost the state billions of dollars. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement […]
Philadelphia woman says Greyhound gave her the runaround for months after her $479 voucher for a canceled trip had nothing on it — how to safeguard your funds when getting a travel credit
When Tanisha Bryant’s Greyhound bus to Canada was canceled this winter, she says the company compensated her with a $479 voucher for future travel. She kept it and planned to use the credit when her schedule and budget aligned, according to NBC10 Philadelphia. In April, Bryant, who lives in Philadelphia, and a friend logged on […]
How using the Amex Cobalt and the Scotia Passport Visa Infinite cards became the travel credit card combo I swear by
The Amex Cobalt and the Scotia Passport Visa Infinite are two of the best travel credit cards out there, but who says you have to pick just one? As an experienced traveller, I’ll show you how using both can elevate your trips around the world. It may sound like overkill, but trust me, this combo […]
‘I made a promise’: This Massachusetts grandmother paid $499 online to renew her passport in just 4 days — but was left waiting for weeks, nearly missing her grandson’s college graduation
Some family milestones are non-negotiable, like watching your grandson graduate from university. For Janice Brathwaite, a proud grandmother from Salem, that meant traveling from Boston to Lexington to see him walk the stage at the University of Kentucky. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? […]
‘Too little, too late’: Florida condo owners say between soaring HOA fees and sky-high insurance, the state’s condo reform legislation falls short. Here’s why — and what they’d prefer
For Fran Sullivan, living in a Florida condo has become financially unbearable. “I’ve seen my condo HOAs at $450, double in two years to $900, and I’ve seen thousands of dollars in assessments. That’s what it’s cost us,” Sullivan, a condo owner in St. Petersburg, told ABC Action News. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
A combined $1.8 million in losses: Victims share their experience with GIC fraud — how to protect yourself from similar scams
In a time when financial insecurity is high and many are looking for ways to safeguard their money or increase their wealth, fraudsters are taking advantage of that vulnerability. Recently, three Canadians fell victim to a fraudulent scheme involving fake Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs), losing a combined $1.8 million. The scam, which has been gaining […]
The US car market is bankrupting Americans — and it’s only going to get worse. Here’s how to save thousands of dollars if you want to buy a car soon
The U.S. car market faces a perfect storm that is rapidly engulfing ordinary car owners across the country. The clearest sign of this is the rising rate of auto loan borrowers who are falling behind on their monthly payments. As of January this year, 6.6% of subprime auto borrowers were at least 60 days past […]
I’m 59 years old, single and dreaming of retirement — but I’m still carrying an $81,000 mortgage balance. Do I have to wait to leave the workforce until it’s fully paid off?
Imagine this scenario: Brenda is 59, single, has no children and is eyeing retirement. The hitch? She still has $81,000 outstanding on her mortgage, so she’s wondering if it makes sense to remain in the workforce until it’s paid off. If she retires with a mortgage, she’d join a growing share of older Americans who’ve […]