‘Finally said no’: Airline passenger’s seat-swap rejection sparks flurry of support. Here’s what an etiquette expert has to say — and how to get the seat you want without breaking the bank
A Reddit post that went viral spurred debate around seat-swapping on flights and issues of fairness, entitlement and airplane etiquette. The "finally said no" poster in the "r/delta" forum shared their experience with a couple asking to swap seats so they could sit together. Describing themselves as a lifelong "people pleaser," the poster explained they’d […]
‘Something worse than a recession’: Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says Trump’s economic agenda could be catapulting the US toward a world order ‘very much like the 1930s’
The founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s largest hedge funds, is voicing 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 a recession,” billionaire investor Ray Dalio told NBC’s Meet the Press. “And I’m worried […]
This is the true value of having a fully paid-off home in America — especially when you’re heading into retirement
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 great news for America’s homeowners: A growing percentage now own their homes outright. No mortgage, no liens. As of 2024, about 38.8% of owner-occupied homes in the United […]
This Texas city is the ‘happiest’ in the US — more than half of its households make over $100K a year. Here are 3 ways to bolster your finances no matter which city you live in
On the world stage, happiness in the U.S. appears to be trending down, as the country found itself one spot lower than the year prior in the 2025 World Happiness Report. But as a recent study indicates, there are still plenty of cities throughout America where residents are reportedly happy and joyful. One of these […]
‘Is that a threat? Sure it is’: China could make a ‘retaliatory’ move that experts say would ‘hit us hard’ — especially US homeowners. Here’s what’s happening and how to protect your wealth
Mortgage rates are climbing in response to a sell-off off in U.S. Treasury bonds, according to CNBC. Throw in an accelerated mortgage sell-off in China and things could get much worse. Mortgage rates tend to track the 10-year Treasury yield, so it doesn’t bode well for mortgages if investors decide to sell U.S. Treasury bonds. […]
‘It’s not taxed at all’: Warren Buffett said this is the ‘best investment’ you can make to fight inflation — how to put his advice into action
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 an estimated net worth of $158.1 billion, Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has built a tremendous financial empire. But unlike the high-roller lifestyles of other extremely […]
‘I’m 1,000% sure this works’: Here’s Dave Ramsey’s No. 1 technique for achieving financial freedom in America — claims it fixes the ‘stupid problem.’ But should you use it, too?
After 20 years of offering financial advice, selling 12 million copies of his book and creating an audience of over 10 million regular listeners, Dave Ramsey says he’s absolutely certain about one thing: the debt snowball method is the best way to reduce debt. “I’m 1,000% sure this works,” the 64-year-old radio host said on […]
Will Trump’s trade war trigger a stock market meltdown? What history reveals about plunging markets and how you can not only protect your investments but leverage tariff turmoil
Wall Street hates uncertainty. But that’s exactly what investors are wrestling with as President Donald Trump continues to send mixed messages on his aggressive tariff policies. Most recently, his administration announced a 90-day pause on a wide-ranging set of "reciprocal" tariffs, save for those levied on China. A baseline 10% tariff remains in place, however, […]
Bank bundles: Yay or nay, and why?
I love to bundle up. And I’m not talking about adding extra layers of clothing when it’s cold outside. I mean that I enjoy saving money when companies offer bundling bonuses or discounts to customers who get more than one product from the same merchant. It’s an especially popular marketing strategy with telecommunications, software and […]
I’m 36, with 2 kids, and in the middle of a divorce. I’m moving home to my parents’ for a bit to save money — and I want to invest at least $3.5K/month for my future. Where do I start?
As a 30-something, rebuilding your life post-divorce can feel daunting, especially if there are a couple of kids involved. However, if you’ve moved back in with your parents and you’re starting with no debt and a steady monthly savings goal of $3,500, you’re in an incredibly strong position. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]