Terrified you missed the tax deadline? The IRS just granted this 1 ‘red’ state relief for filings, payments — and could apply even if you don’t live there. Here’s why and who qualifies
Imagine breathing a little easier this tax season, not because you’ve filed on time, but because the IRS has handed you an unexpected extension. Recently, the IRS rolled out a major tax filing and payment extension, but only for one specific state. The move came after the state was declared a disaster zone by the […]
This Seattle man’s rent went up 50% after his landlord used a popular pricing tool — now Washington State is suing the Texas company it says helps landlords collude in price-fixing
Washington Attorney General, Nick Brown, recently announced a lawsuit against RealPage and several landlords in the state. The lawsuit alleges that RealPage, a Texas software company that provides tools to landlords to determine rental rates and other lease terms, used sensitive data from landlords to keep rent prices artificially high. “RealPage’s unfair practices are cheating […]
‘My whole account is messed up’: Student loan chaos ensues, borrowers face soaring payments, uncertainty as repayment system unravels
Student loan borrowers face steep increases in their monthly payments as court rulings and Department of Education staff cuts disrupt the repayment system. A February ruling from a federal appeals court expanded an existing injunction, blocking the Biden administration’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan, which was one of four income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. […]
‘Everything is going to go up’: Donald Trump’s tariffs leave Tampa Bay businesses with ‘no choice’ but to raise prices — how both consumers and business owners can brace for higher costs
Sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump are sparking concern among Tampa Bay lawmakers and small business owners who say the financial impact will be felt by consumers. As of April 30, a baseline 10% tariff has been placed on imported goods from most countries, along with a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum products, […]
Want to retire early? Suze Orman says to open these 3 accounts ASAP to move up your departure date
Personal finance expert Suze Orman didn’t grow up wealthy — she worked her way through a number of challenging jobs and learned how to invest before becoming the success she is today. Orman is a firm believer that everyone deserves to live without financial stress — both during their working years as well as in […]
How to file your taxes online in Canada — for FREE!
Whether you’re filing your taxes for the first time or looking for a better, cheaper way to do it, this short guide will show you how easy it is to file your taxes online in Canada. In truth, you can file your tax return online or by mail. But the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) — […]
Trump made 1 big move in launching America’s sovereign wealth fund — but critics say it’s ‘preposterous’ and ‘unconstitutional.’ How to invest no matter who’s right
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. President Donald Trump has unveiled an ambitious vision for America’s financial future — the creation of a sovereign wealth fund that mirrors the strategies of resource-rich and oil-producing nations. […]
‘Taxpayers deserve answers’: Trump’s new US attorney for Los Angeles says billions meant for the homeless has gone ‘missing’ — is it fraud or just bad bookkeeping?
While homelessness in Los Angeles County declined 5% last year, it remains a huge problem affecting roughly 73,500 people. The good news: Billions of dollars have been allocated to address the issue. The bad news: A large chunk of that money can’t be accounted for. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
Barbara Corcoran is convinced it’s ‘a good time to buy’ a home despite 77% of Americans believing otherwise — here’s why she thinks the US real estate market will come back ‘by storm’
There’s a reason so many Americans are hesitant to buy a home right now. For starters, homes are less affordable than they’ve been in the past. In March, the median existing-home sales price rose to $403,700, representing an all-time high for the month of March and the 21st consecutive month of annual price increases, according […]
‘Checks don’t come in the same’: Cam Newton says it ‘hurts’ not being able to provide for his 8 kids like he once did after losing $6M NFL salary — admits he’s just a man, not ‘Superman’
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. Cam Newton, once one of the NFL’s most electrifying quarterbacks, is now tackling a challenge far off the field: the struggle of losing income. At 35, Newton’s days as […]