‘It keeps me alive’: Arizona cancer survivor, 67, faces food stamp cutoff as SNAP funding collapses nationwide
Barbara Schulz already beat cancer, but now the 67-year-old from Tucson, Arizona is preparing for another life-changing battle: surviving without her monthly SNAP, or food stamps, benefits. That’s because the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits she uses to buy groceries each month are set to expire on November 1, a result of the ongoing […]
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says Trump’s economic agenda could be catapulting America toward a world order ‘very much like the 1930s’
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s largest hedge funds, has voiced concern that President Donald Trump’s economic agenda could lead to “something worse than a recession.” “Right now, we are at a decision-making point and very close to […]
Crypto traders go head-to-head in South Korea’s live-stream event — is gamified investing the next big thing?
Investing gamification took a hyper-leap at the latest Korea Blockchain Week held in Seoul from September 21 to 27. One of the side events, Perp-DEX DAY, was a live e-sport style spectacle where competitors traded perpetual futures — a type of cryptocurrency derivative. It’s a new prospect for gaming and entertainment, but despite the declarations […]
This BiggerPockets listener came into $400K, but has no 401(k) savings — is passive income from real estate investing the right move?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. On a recent episode of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, host Dave Meyer spoke with On the Market co-host Henry Washington, author of Real Estate Deal Market, to discuss house flipping and real estate investment strategies. Meyer tapped Washington to answer […]
High earners 50-plus will lose a valuable 401(k) tax break with contribution rules about to change. Here’s how it will affect your retirement savings
New rules from the IRS will take away a popular retirement tax break from some of the workforce’s higher earners. Starting in 2027 — although some plans could implement the change by next year — workers aged 50 and up who earn more than $145,000 in the previous year will only be able to make […]
I don’t really like vacations — so I’ve built up over 1,000 hours of PTO. Now my company wants to pay me out at just 35% of my wage — what can I do?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Imagine working for the same company for more than a decade. You’ve never been one to take long vacations, and your paid time off (PTO) balance has quietly climbed to more than 1,000 hours. Then your employer announces a new PTO […]
My sister died and left me as the beneficiary on her 401(k). I could really use the cash — but should I let this nest egg mature or crack into it now?
Losing a loved one is never easy — and managing financial decisions during this time can add further stress. Liam, 30, is coping with the sudden loss of his older sister. On top of the grief, he’s learned she made him the sole beneficiary of her 401(k) plan. While the balance is relatively modest — […]
My dad died 30 years ago, but I just found an old IRA with a $30K balance in his name. Can I still claim that cash — and will it all still be there?
It’s not uncommon for retirement savings accounts to get lost or forgotten. In fact, 31.9 million 401(k)s were reportedly left behind or forgotten entirely as of July 2025, and these accounts have an average balance of $66,691. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — […]
Houston man borrowed $10K from his uncle — who was then busted by the FBI for a $1.4M green card scam. Dave Ramsey says he still owes the money back
About a year ago, Eric from Houston was facing legal trouble and needed a lawyer. So he turned to his uncle, who works for a law firm. His uncle arranged for a lawyer at a cost of about $10,000. What Eric didn’t know at the time was that his uncle was allegedly running a fraudulent […]
My ex-husband canceled the insurance on the home I took over after our divorce — even though I took his name off the policy. How can he still do that?
Your homeowners insurance is more than just paperwork — it’s the financial protection for your biggest asset. While homeowners who own their property outright aren’t required to carry insurance, those with a mortgage must have it, as lenders require coverage. Which is why Debbie, 46, was shocked when she received an unexpected email from her […]