The Force is strong with this one — 50-year-old entrepreneur takes his side hustle to a business galaxy far, far away
“Do or do not, there is no try,” were the wise words of Yoda — and in 2018, Mike O’Dell took them to heart. He drew a Star Wars stormtrooper on a large sheet of graph paper, cut the pattern into sections, sewed the fabric onto the paper and began quilting over the design using […]
LA police seize nearly $4 million of stolen goods in massive bust of South American crime syndicate — why crimes like this end up hurting you at the checkout counter
Authorities in Los Angeles recently uncovered a massive stolen-goods operation, recovering nearly $4 million in merchandise that was allegedly swiped by an organized theft crew. According to KTLA 5 Morning News, an “extensive investigation” into two members of a South American crime ring steered detectives toward several storage unit facilities in San Fernando Valley. Don’t […]
‘We no longer felt welcome’: Canadian snowbirds spooked by Trump’s rhetoric flock to sell their second homes in the US — how a rush to sell could impact some local housing markets
Tracy and Dale McMullen are Canadians who had a vacation home in Buckeye, Arizona, for five years until they sold it in April. The couple typically spent four to five months a year in the U.S., but now say they don’t plan on returning anytime soon. “We decided to sell the property after the current […]
‘Spend Z’: A staggering 40% of Gen Zers plan to splurge more on non-essentials this year compared to last — despite mounting credit card and student loan debt. Is it time for a reality check?
As Trump’s trade policies continue to send shockwaves through the economy — creating fears of rising prices, layoffs and a potential recession — investors are bracing for impact. With markets in flux and uncertainty in the air, financial anxiety is mounting. While no one can control the stock market, The Washington Post’s personal finance columnist […]
Mike Rowe warns America has 7 million men in their prime who aren’t working — and they’re not even looking. Here’s why he thinks the US workforce is ‘wildly out of balance’
American TV host and philanthropist Mike Rowe believes there’s a “horror story” unfolding in the American labor market. 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) Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you […]
Warren Buffett’s Canadian stock pick — and 3 tips that let you invest like a pro
Last year, legendary investor Warren Buffett set his sights on Canadian companies — and captured the attention of investors after securing a sizeable stake in Canadian-based insurance provider, Chubb (NYSE:CB). Known for his strategic value investments, Buffett’s move hints at some promising opportunities within the Canadian market. For Canadian investors, there is one simple but […]
This finance personality freed herself from $300K in debt — by replacing her shame with strategy. Here’s how she helps others find purpose in their finances through ‘curiosity’
You might recognize her as @TheBudgetnista on TikTok, sharing money wisdom with warmth and wit. But Tiffany Aliche’s impact goes far beyond viral videos. Before the books, the interviews and the online following, she was on the ground teaching women, particularly women of color, how to navigate financial systems not built with them in mind. […]
How a man travelled the world in 24-hour trips — and how Canadians can do it too
Kevin Droniak, a 27-year-old content creator, has captivated audiences with his innovative approach to travel, undertaking 24-hour trips to destinations such as Paris, Egypt and Puerto Rico. His philosophy centres on maximizing experiences without the need for extended vacations or hefty budgets. Droniak’s method involves skipping hotel accommodations and focusing on one main activity per […]
Jamie Dimon says Elon Musk’s DOGE ‘needs to be done’ — calls US government ‘inefficient’ and claims it’s more than just ‘waste and fraud.’ What he means and how to cut waste in your own life
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. Elon Musk has signaled that he plans to step away from the daily operation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Still, the billionaire Tesla CEO has pledged that […]
Warren Buffett once said he’d buy a ‘couple hundred thousand’ American homes — and he’d take out 30-year mortgages to do it. Here’s how to ‘load up’ on US real estate 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. Back in 2012, Warren Buffett told CNBC that if there was a way to buy thousands of single-family homes at once, and to manage them easily, he would “load […]