Montana farmers — left in limbo as Trump’s ‘random’ tariffs threaten their livelihood — fight back, throwing support behind bill to ‘bring stability and accountability’ to US trade policy
A 25% tariff on Canadian imports has left Montana farmers in limbo and worried about their livelihoods, given Canada is Montana’s largest trading partner. “Many of our farmers, their closest supplier or their closest buyer is from Canada,” Walter Schweitzer, president of Montana Farmers Union (MFU), told NBC Montana. “And they’ve been receiving letters telling […]
The Dark Side has a new master: Houston’s famous Darth Vader house sells to new owner — may the Force (and curb appeal) be with him
On a quiet street in a Houston galaxy far, far away, exists a four-bedroom, five-bathroom house boasting over 7,000 square feet of living space. But this is no mere hovel in the swamps of Dagobah or the tree tops of the forest moon of Endor. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
Is there hope for Gen Z grads? What the recent wave of layoffs can tell us about the shaky job market and how to prepare
Graduation typically brings with it great excitement. And to get to this point, college graduates entering the job market today likely already had to navigate their studies during a pandemic, in addition to managing the costs and usual rigours of their academic preparation. They’ve also likely heard that degrees alone are no longer enough to […]
My aging parents just moved to Portugal and gave me their house — fully paid off. My husband and I aren’t wealthy: Should we rent it out, sell or move in?
It’s natural for parents to want to help their adult children financially if they have the means to do so. Half of parents with kids 18 and over provide them with some financial support, a recent Savings.com survey found. But it’s one thing to get the occasional $300 check to help with groceries or car […]
I lost all faith in US banks in 2009 — but now I’m 52 with $650,000 in cash sitting in a safe at home. What do I do with this pile of money?
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. Anyone who lived through the Great Recession remembers the tremendous economic turmoil that took place. While the economy has since recovered, many people became wary of financial institutions. Some […]
Warren Buffett’s company Berkshire Hathaway is sitting on a record amount of cash — should you follow his lead? Here’s why everyday investors should think twice
Warren Buffett is well known for his investing talent, as the billionaire got very rich through buying undervalued stocks and holding them for the long term. It may come as a surprise, however, to learn that Berkshire Hathaway — the multinational conglomerate he runs — held a record $334 billion in cash at the end […]
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)
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. So, you’ve left planning for your golden years to the mid-century mark — don’t worry. You’re not the only one. About 20% of Americans aged 50 and older have […]
Texas police recover 4 stolen GMC trucks from Houston worth $220K linked to VIN cloning ring — what crimes like these can mean for your wallet down the road
Police in Hays County, Texas recently recovered four stolen GMC Denali trucks traced back to Houston valued at more than $220,000. On each of the trucks, the vehicle identification number (VIN) had been “cloned” to dupe unsuspecting buyers. The vehicles were located after an investigation by the Hays County Sheriff’s Auto Theft Unit and other […]
Hundreds of Detroit-area auto workers temporarily laid off by GM and Stellantis amid economic uncertainty — how to protect your finances when you’re furloughed
Across Metro Detroit, hundreds of General Motors and Stellantis auto workers have been temporarily laid off this year. 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 already overpaying for […]
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here’s what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
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 over 30 years of fielding listener calls and cultivating a devoted audience, Dave Ramsey has become one of the rare experts truly in tune with the nation’s financial […]