Texas lawmakers pass so-called ‘frat house’ bill, stripping cities of power to dictate how many unrelated people can live in one place — but here’s why not everyone is celebrating
On April 14, the Texas Senate passed a new bill that prevents cities from placing limits on how many unrelated people can live in a home. The bill passed by a vote of 30 to 1 and has moved onto the Texas House of Representatives. Senate Bill 1567, written by Republican State Senator Paul Bettencourt, […]
Author Robert Kiyosaki says there’s ‘nothing wrong’ with buying a house – except he uses debt to buy it and ‘pay no taxes’ — here are other ways to invest in real estate
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 elevated home prices these days, buying a house can be a significant challenge. But for “Rich Dad Poor Dad" author Robert Kiyosaki, it’s a breeze. During an interview […]
‘I was going to lose my Medicare’: Oklahoma man says Social Security benefits cut without warning — what you can do
James McCaffrey was blindsided when found out his Social Security benefits were suspended. The 66-year old received no warning or explanation — just a bill. “It said that I needed to pay $740 before the 25th of this month or I was going to lose my Medicare,” McCaffrey told Oklahoma KFOR. The Oklahoma City retiree, […]
Eighty-year-old Nevada woman pleads guilty to role in fake lottery scam that defrauded ‘vulnerable’ community members of more than $15 million over 6 years
An 80-year-old Nevada woman, Barbara Trickle, pled guilty on April 28 to running a years-long lottery scam in federal court that defrauded victims of more than $15 million, according to the U.S. Office of Public Affairs (PAO). Trickle and two others stand accused of one count of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, a […]
Trump’s Canada-Mexico 25% tariffs are now raising prices for car parts. Will your auto insurance increase, too?
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. You may be aware that President Donald Trump’s global tariff war will see Americans paying more for consumer goods, but have you considered the cost of services will also […]
‘What did I sign?’: A Houston man claims his illiterate stepfather — who doesn’t speak English and struggles with memory loss — was scammed into taking on $98K of solar panel debt
Isable Aguirre, a 72-year-old Houston resident, can’t read or write and speaks only Spanish. The senior also struggles with memory loss. 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 you can catch up (and fast) You’re probably […]
Mark Cuban said this will be the ‘No. 1 housing affordability issue’ for Americans — and predicts Florida will have ‘huge problems.’ How you can protect yourself 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. There’s passionate debate about how to solve America’s ongoing housing crisis, much of which revolves around mortgage rates, zoning issues, immigration and construction. However, billionaire entrepreneur and investor Mark […]
Maryland man lost $40,000 to ‘evil geniuses’ in ‘polished’ scam — with over 36,000 reported incidents that cost Americans $1 billion in 2024, here are the patterns you need to watch out for
In just the first four months of 2025, people in Prince George’s County, Maryland, have lost at least $1 million to scams, according to police. One person lost $700,000. Another area resident lost $40,000 after being tricked by fraudsters who posed variously as a Microsoft tech support agent, a rep from his bank and even […]
‘I can make it any number I want’: Florida gas stations are charging customers $1 more a gallon for using credit cards — and it’s completely legal. Here’s how drivers can protect themselves
Credit cards have long been a popular and convenient way to pay for most things — including filling up at the gas station — and there are benefits to using one at the pump, such as bonus points or cash back on fuel purchases. However, if you’re not cautious, your tendency to pay for gas […]
‘Going to be working until I’m 85’: Nevada residents are facing a whooping $1.3M HOA bill to fix their community’s failing water system. What happens if they can’t afford to pay?
A homeowner can expect to pay expenses to maintain their home and the occasional surprise repair bill. Sure, you can expect that your roof and even landscaping is your responsibility. But what about your community water system? On top of that, you’re being asked to shell out $16,000? That’s the exact situation homeowners in a […]