How much cash do you plan to keep on hand after you retire? Here are 3 of the biggest reasons you’ll need a substantial stash of savings in 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. During your working years, it’s important to have cash savings for unplanned expenses. These could run the gamut from home repairs to medical emergencies to a period of unemployment. […]
What to expect when you’re expecting: First year cost for pets
It’s easy to go overboard when you’re getting a new pet. Whether it’s supplies, toys or even clothes, some things are just too cute to pass up. But these things quickly add up, even if you try to stick to necessities. It’s possible to budget and plan for your new furry addition, and we’ve put […]
Tax credits vs. tax deductions: Know the difference to maximize your tax savings
Ever wonder why Sherlock Holmes barely ever had to pay any taxes? He was a master of deduction, of course! The most exciting part of the rather drab tax filing affair is finding the ways to (legally) reduce your taxes with credits and deductions. Do you know the difference between the two? A tax deduction […]
“Good riddance!” — Americans react to mass exodus of Canadian ‘snowbirds’ leaving Florida as trade war heats up
Over a million Canadian “snowbirds” go south when it gets cold every year, and many of them choose to spend winters in Florida. But the current political climate is changing that. Gulf Coast News recently reported on “a mass exodus” of Canadians from Southwest Florida as new travel regulations are imposed and the trade war […]
‘It barely rained and it poured in’: Florida man spent $43K on new windows but installation caused leaks, failed inspection. How to find good contractors, and what to do if a reno goes wrong
In November 2024, Florida resident Dominic Lampos paid $43,000 for 22 windows and a sliding glass door from Home Depot for a home renovation. He told Tampa’s WFLA News Channel 8 that, aside from his house, it’s the largest purchase he’s ever made. Home Depot sent subcontractors to install the windows — but, unfortunately, they […]
Despite higher mortgage rates, US home sales rise 4.2% with median prices nearing $400K. Here’s what this means for your next real estate purchase
As mortgage rates continue to rise, more homebuyers are entering the market and it’s putting pressure on prices — which could have a long-term impact on future homebuyers. Between January and February of this year, sales of existing homes rose 4.2% to 4.26 million units on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis, according to the National […]
Here’s 1 ‘sneaky’ risk that’s destroying retirements in Canada — and how to deal with it before it ruins your nest egg, too
After spending decades saving for your retirement — and maybe making some sacrifices along the way — you’ve finally retired. Now you can start living off your nest egg, which, if managed prudently, can maintain your standard of living while allowing you to spend more on indulgences like travel, hobbies and dining out. But, if […]
Trump’s Canada-Mexico 25% tariffs are now raising prices for car parts. Will your auto insurance increase, too?
You may be aware that President Donald Trump’s global tariff war will see Americans paying more for consumer goods, but have you considered the cost of services will also rise? According to a February report from Insurify, the cost of full-coverage car insurance in the U.S. could increase by 8% on average this year if […]
Nearly 800,000 Oklahomans stressing over proposed Social Security cuts — as insiders warn of impending ‘system collapse.’ What to know about protecting your nest egg
About 800,000 Oklahomans depend on Social Security — and they’re wondering how proposed Security Social cuts could impact their retirement. “Oklahomans want to hear and make sure that Social Security is protected and saved, not only for them, but their children, grandchildren,” Sean Voskuhl, AARP Oklahoma state director, told Oklahoma’s News 4 in a March […]
‘Our house is destroyed’: Florida family home flooded with sewage after Pasco County mistake
It was an ordinary day for Pasco County, Florida resident Slawomir Odrzywolski. He had gone off to work on March 26 when he received a frantic phone call from his wife in the middle of the afternoon. "Our house is destroyed," she told her husband. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]