‘I was vulnerable’: A Florida woman was tricked into sending a scammer she thought was Keanu Reeves $160K before she realized she’d been duped with AI — watch out for these red flags online
Dianne Ringstaff was playing Words with Friends on her cell phone when she received a message from the one and only Keanu Reeves — or, as she would later discover, a scammer pretending to be the Hollywood superstar. Ringstaff was initially skeptical and refused to believe the John Wick star would reach out to a […]
I just inherited $10,000 — but all I’m hearing these days is the US is headed for a recession. Should I use the cash to pay off my $9,000 credit card debt or keep it for my emergency fund?
If you’re worried about a near-term recession, you’re certainly not alone. According to an April survey conducted by business outlet Chief Executive, American CEOs revealed their take on the current economy, and it found that 62% now anticipate a slowdown or recession in the next six months — up from 48% in March. Part of […]
‘Trump is steering our economy toward disaster’: Experts warn of stagflation, trade wars and a gutted SSA. Here are a few money moves you can make right now to protect your 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. With talk of trade wars, fear of stagflation and slashes to Social Security staffing, you might be justifiably concerned about your retirement savings — especially if you’re one of […]
401(k) investors are fleeing US stocks, target-date funds and putting their money in these 3 places. Should you follow the crowd?
The U.S. stock market has always been a rollercoaster, but on some days lately, the ride has felt more like a freefall — and many retirement investors are panicking. 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 […]
I’m 63 and ready to retire — but I also need to move closer to a sick relative. Is retiring and moving at the same time a recipe for disaster?
It’s a pretty common thing to move in order to be closer to family, and U.S. Census Bureau data reveals that more than a quarter of movers relocated due to family-related reasons. Moving is also a major life change — as is retirement. But doing both simultaneously? That could really throw you for a loop. […]
‘He’s been sitting on them letting them crumble’: St. Louis looks to buy vacant properties from developer — how property buyouts could affect real estate markets and your home’s value
After years of stalled promises and crumbling properties, St. Louis officials are taking matters into their own hands. The city of St. Louis is looking to purchase more than 100 vacant properties on the city’s north side, most of which are owned by Paul McKee’s Northside Regeneration LLC. But according to 5 On Your Side […]
This 73-year-old food delivery driver earned $26K after tough climb upstairs was caught on camera — here’s how it happened and why he refuses to ask his kids for cash
At 73, Jose Fimbres refuses to slow down. The father and former semi-truck driver starts his day at 4 a.m., delivering for DoorDash in National City, California to stay active and support himself, proving that determination has no age limit. "I gotta do something to keep moving," Fimbres told CBS8. "If I didn’t do it, […]
‘I am not the only victim’: Nearly $21,000,000 in SNAP benefits has been stolen from Illinois families using EBT cards. How the fraud works and what to do if it happens to you
Scammers have left many Illinois residents unable to feed their families after stealing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, reports CBS News Chicago. SNAP provides monthly food benefits to low-income households to help fund groceries, but over the past two years, criminals have siphoned off millions. From October 2022 to December 2024, scammers stole nearly […]
Can’t get rich in America with just your 9-to-5? Here are 5 simple steps to start building real wealth in 2025
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. Many dream of financial freedom but feel trapped in their 9-to-5 grind. The good news? It’s possible to build wealth and secure your future — even on a modest […]
Canada’s history up for sale: Hudson’s Bay artifacts head to auction as museums struggle and investors move in
As the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC ) — North America’s oldest retailer — undergoes an historic wind-down, its extensive collection of over 1,700 artworks and 2,700 artifacts is headed for the auction block. This liquidation includes irreplaceable pieces such as the 1670 Royal Charter from King Charles II, a cornerstone document in Canadian history, and […]