Investigation reveals Californians are forced into the FAIR plan despite living in low-risk areas for wildfires — why this is happening and what residents can do about it
A recent investigation by CBS News found that since many private insurance companies have stopped issuing new policies, homeowners are being forced into the state’s insurance plan, the FAIR plan, despite living in low fire risk areas. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t […]
Mystery $6,000 deposits are showing up in the bank accounts of Social Security beneficiaries — and about 3 million US seniors can expect the money. Here’s why and how to tell if it’s legit
If a $6,000 deposit recently landed in your bank account out of nowhere, you’re not alone. While the Trump administration has stirred worries about potential cuts to Social Security, at least 3.2 million Americans are set to receive an increase in their benefits thanks to a rule finalized during the Biden years. Don’t miss I’m […]
23andMe faces major crisis: CEO resigns, stock crashes and bankruptcy sparks fears over user data — what it means for millions of customers
Would you trust a company with your most personal data — your DNA — if it was on the brink of collapse? Millions of 23andMe customers are now facing that unsettling reality as the genetic testing company faces an uncertain future. The California-based company offers DNA self-testing kits for users to explore their ancestry. It […]
‘This is not real’: Wisconsin woman loses $80,000 trying to surprise husband with crypto windfall — only for him to discover she’d been scammed. How to protect yourself from investment fraud
It was supposed to be the ultimate wedding anniversary surprise, a secret investment that would unlock wealth the couple never knew. Instead, a Wisconsin woman ended up more than $80,000 in the hole — the victim of a cruel crypto scam that lured her in with promises of sky-high returns and faked investment dashboards. Don’t […]
10 best neighbourhoods in Montreal
One of Canada’s largest urban centres, Montreal is known as a vibrant Quebecois city, rich in history, culture and culinary delights. The city’s bilingual reputation adds a certain “je ne sais quoi” to the allure of the metropolis. Despite its harsh winters, Montreal rewards its residents with a bevy of welcoming and personality-rich neighbourhoods that […]
‘Devastating to us’: These Massachusetts homeowners just got notice their homes are set to be destroyed — what homeowners need to know about their rights when it comes to eminent domain
Plans to replace the Sagamore Bridge, a major access point to Cape Cod, have sparked controversy as several homeowners face losing their properties to eminent domain. While many local drivers welcome the infrastructure improvements, affected residents are struggling with uncertainty about compensation, relocation and the impact on property values. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Rocket is set to buy Mr. Cooper in $9.4B deal, servicing over $2.1T in loans for nearly 10 million Americans. What does the power move mean for the future of mortgages?
In a deal set to shake up the mortgage industry, Rocket Companies is making a "bombshell" acquisition, buying Mr. Cooper, the largest mortgage servicer in America. The deal, worth $9.4 billion, will give Rocket a massive $2.1 trillion servicing portfolio, reaching nearly 10 million customers — that’s roughly one in six mortgages in the United […]
I barely drive my Volvo SUV — but I can’t decide if I should downsize to save money or hold on to it for a few more years. Will trading it in sooner save me much more money?
Thinking of downsizing your vehicle to save money? Not so fast. Downsizing a vehicle could save you money if, for example, the new car offers better fuel efficiency and it’s a model that generally costs less to maintain. But your overall out-of-pocket costs will also depend on factors like how long you’ve owned your current […]
A researcher spoke to 100 millionaires to uncover their best money-making secrets — and came away with 3 big takeaways. Use them now to make your own 7-figure fortune
Jamie Catmull, host of The Richer Way podcast, has spent years interviewing more than 100 millionaires — from high-powered CEOs and industry leaders to self-made entrepreneurs — to uncover the key to their success. "I wanted to help people take more control of their finances … share how (highly successful people) dealt with setbacks and […]
Sophisticated con artists aren’t just using AI and deepfake technology to steal your identity and money — global fraudsters posing as U.S. job seekers are out to steal jobs and salaries too
As if the job market wasn’t tough enough, now job seekers must compete with con artists using stolen identities, AI and deepfake techniques to get hired. Even technology companies can fall for the scams. Pindrop Security, a company that helps detect fraud in voice interactions, has encountered such situations firsthand. The company shortlisted a candidate […]