How much is the average Social Security check of a middle-class retiree?
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. Social Security is an important piece of the retirement puzzle, particularly for middle-class retirees who count on the safety net to supplement their post-career income. But if you see […]
Prolific investor and author Robert Kiyosaki says America’s poor listen to Suze Orman and the middle class follow Dave Ramsey — here are 3 tips from his playbook for creating real wealth
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. Robert Kiyosaki has a controversial take on debt: you shouldn’t avoid it. Instead, just embrace it. Garrett Gunderson interviewed Kiyosaki in 2019, and that’s how he said the rich […]
‘A lot of unknowns here’: Dealerships and repair shops say they have no way of calculating how hard tariffs on car parts will hurt — here’s what drivers can do to stay in control
Though just a few weeks have gone by since President Trump moved forward with 25% tariffs on imported cars, the lack of clarity on how the tariffs will be implemented has auto makers, mechanics, industry experts and consumers feeling uneasy about the future. On April 9, Trump initiated a 90-day pause on most of his […]
A New Jersey man borrowed $20K from his brother to go to law school, but bought a car instead — then crashed it. Here’s the advice he got on John Mulaney’s new Netflix talk show
When a loved one is in need, lending a helping hand can feel like second nature — even with a price tag. On a recent episode of his new Netflix talk show, Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney, the comedian explores what it really means to help someone — and the consequences that can follow. Don’t […]
Carney? Poilievre? Singh? In advance of the 2025 election, here’s how to invest in Canada based on party leader
This year’s election cycle is anything but boring, and that’s putting it lightly. Between rising global tensions, and the return of Trump-era tariffs, it’s easy to feel uneasy about investing your money. More investors are looking local for opportunity. There’s a growing “Buy Canada” push from policy-makers, retailers and investors alike. But where does that […]
Forget Florida — these two unexpected states are the new retirement hot spots, offering lower costs, tax perks and a better quality of life for retirees
Retirees are flocking to certain states in large numbers. While their motivations aren’t entirely clear, the growing cost of living — especially property taxes — is a likely factor. A John Burns Research and Consulting study ranked states based on their highest and lowest median property tax rates. While it can be tempting to save […]
New cars cost nearly $50K on average — $10K more than 5 years ago. Here are the financial realities of buying a new car and how to manage auto financing wisely
Like just about everything else in the world, new cars have become quite expensive in recent years, and that cost doesn’t seem to be coming down any time soon. According to data from Kelley Blue Book, a new car now costs about $10,000 more than it did five years ago, with the average new vehicle […]
Dazed and delinquent: 1 in 5 borrowers are late on their student loans during a confusing repayment rollout — and the cost of a mistake can be severe
Federal student loan borrowers have endured five years of chaotic changes as various relief programs started, stopped and shifted. But the return to “normal” may be the messiest change of all. Payments formally resumed in October 2023, though former President Joe Biden and his administration paused repayment for certain types of loans for most of […]
I’m 57, widowed and ready to downsize — can a HELOC help me? Here’s how to use your home equity to purchase your dream condo
A 2024 AARP report found that 75% of Americans ages 50 and over want to age in place — meaning they’d prefer to stay in their current homes rather than relocate or downsize. However, if you’re, say, a 57-year-old widow, you may not need the extra space that a detached home offers. You might also […]
Florida Gov. DeSantis wants to give homeowners a $1,000 property tax rebate — but lawmakers are not convinced that’s what the state needs. Here are the 3 plans proposed
Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis has a bold proposal to give $1,000 rebates to homeowners as property tax relief. 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) Gain potential quarterly income through […]