Big Apple bites back? Rosie O’Donnell sells luxe NYC penthouse — eating a $3.35 million loss to settle in Ireland. How to make a lifestyle change without sacrificing your financial security

Talk show titan Rosie O’Donnell has officially closed the chapter on her Manhattan real estate — and it’s a costly goodbye. According to the New York Post, the comedian just sold her glitzy Midtown East penthouse triplex for $4.75 million, swallowing a jaw-dropping $3.25 million loss from the $8 million she paid in 2017. Don’t […]

‘Trash that is passed as news’: Donald Trump orders funding halt for ‘biased’ PBS, NPR — and even took a swipe at Sesame Street. How this could hurt communities across the US

A new executive order signed by President Donald Trump calls for an immediate halt to federal funding of NPR and PBS, citing what he calls “biased and partisan news coverage.” A statement from the White House called the outlets “biased” with “trash that is passed as news.” The order directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting […]

This 82-year-old Orange County senior claims ‘wallet scam’ cost her $11,000 in cash — says she has trouble sleeping to this day. Here’s how the scheme ‘takes advantage’ of the unsuspecting

It’s unfortunately not uncommon for criminals to prey on older adults. The FBI reports that elder fraud complaints rose by 14% in 2023 and caused more than $3.4 billion in losses, with the average victim losing $33,915. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t […]

Peter Thiel warns of ‘catastrophe’ in US real estate, will deal a massive blow to young Americans — but also predicts ‘giant windfall’ for 1 class of boomers. Are you part of this group?

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. As a co-founder of PayPal and the first outside investor in Facebook, Peter Thiel is widely recognized for his expertise in the tech world. But lately, the billionaire venture […]

My 83-year-old mother pays her rent on time, but she’s a hoarder — her place is crammed with old newspapers and other garbage. If the condo board finds out, can her housing be taken away?

Laura’s 83-year-old mother is still sharp, stays active and pays her bills on time. But Laura no longer visits because her mother doesn’t want to host anyone in her “messy” condo. The problem is, it’s more than a mess; her mom is a hoarder. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for […]

This Miami senior, 76, can’t prove she was ever born in America — and her segregation-era birth has trapped her in driver’s license limbo. What to do if you miss the Real ID deadline

Janette Gantt Palmer was born at home in 1949, during segregation in Aiken County, South Carolina. Because of this, she was never issued a birth certificate. Now, at 76 years old, Gantt Palmer is trying to renew her driver’s license, and she’s hitting a roadblock. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]

Suze Orman says all retirees now need to have a five-year ‘just-in-case’ fund — in cash. But is this a realistic (or reasonable) goal for most Americans?

If you’re heading into your golden years without a sizable "just-in-case" fund, you could be walking a financial tightrope without a safety net. Suze Orman expressed this concern during a recent episode of her Women & Money podcast. The personal finance expert believes seniors should save enough money to cover three-to-five years’ worth of living […]

We have 3 adult children and financially support the oldest — she’s married and unemployed with a kid. I think we should provide equal support but my husband disagrees. What do we do?

Parents spend nearly two decades preparing their children to grow up and leave the nest. But sometimes those little birds fly back, and they need financial help. But how much is too much, and when there’s multiple children involved, when does that help become unfair? Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]