‘I really wanted to pass out’: This Michigan single mom lost thousands of dollars after falling for a fake rental listing on Facebook — how to protect yourself from real estate scams
An Eastpointe, Michigan, woman shared her story of being defrauded for thousands of dollars, hoping to help others avoid the same devastating experience. Destiny Smith, a single mother in desperate need of a home, thought she had found the perfect place on Facebook. But it turns out the property was already occupied, and she had […]
I’m in my late 50s with a respectable (not enormous) nest egg — but I’m skeptical of the ‘4% rule,’ so how else can I safely withdraw money in retirement without going broke?
Running out of money in retirement is a huge fear for many people. In fact, research from Allianz Life Insurance found that 63% of Americans are actually more worried about going broke too soon than they are about dying. It’s understandable to be worried about this because, when you retire, you most likely have to […]
‘Replacing what used to be a smoke-filled back room’: Colorado lawmakers try for the second time to ban rent-setting algorithms — blamed for costing US renters an extra $3.8 billion in 1 year
If you’re a renter, do you know how your landlord sets the rent? In many parts of the country, it may be done using algorithms. These third party-run algorithms use proprietary and public data, and may allow landlords to indirectly collude on price or coordinate to charge higher rents. "What these companies are doing is […]
Even Ben Shapiro blasted Trump tariffs as one of the ‘biggest tax increases’ in US history — warns Americans will get smoked with ‘hundreds of billions of dollars’ in taxes. Do you agree?
The stock market turmoil has deepened to the point where even some of President Trump’s staunchest allies are voicing concern. After the so-called “Liberation Day” announcement, conservative commentator Ben Shapiro criticized the administration’s erratic economic approach, calling the now-paused tariffs a covert tax hike on consumers and businesses nationwide. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Anti-aging pill for dogs one step closer to reality as it’s certified ‘effective’ by FDA. What does this mean for your budget?
There’s a famous quote that goes "the only thing ‘wrong’ with dogs is that they can’t live forever." A dog’s lifespan can range anywhere from nine to 15 years on average, and when you consider a dog as part of the family, that’s just not enough time. But what if there was a pill that […]
Jamie Dimon issued a warning about the US stock market back in January — said prices were ‘kind of inflated.’ Here’s 3 rock-solid ways to crashproof your portfolio
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. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon isn’t one to sugarcoat his views on the economy — his take on the stock market at the beginning of the year was anything […]
Edmonton property developer owes $75M to former retirement residents but one thing is holding the company back from paying: How to avoid a similar nightmare
An Edmonton property developer, Christenson Group of Companies, is facing mounting financial troubles, leaving more than 200 former residents in financial limbo. The company owes approximately $75 million to individuals who had invested in life-lease contracts at nine retirement homes, according to a CBC News story. “Hope has certainly been waning,” Jim Carey, president of […]
‘I was not going to give up’: Colorado couple’s insurer denied claim for $94K air ambulance bill after husband had heart attack, needed life-saving surgery. What to do if it happens to you
When Bob and Marjean Taylor went to stay in a friend’s cabin an hour from the nearest hospital back in 2022, neither expected that Bob would have his second heart attack within four months while they were vacationing. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happened. Marjean took him to the local hospital, but they were told he […]
‘$1M? That’s it?! No, thank you’: Ramit Sethi calls out the worst financial advice he’s ever received, challenging the retirement advice most Americans still follow
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. It’s the advice you hear passed around like a family recipe: Work hard, save consistently, and one day you’ll retire comfortably. But what if this so-called tried-and-true advice is […]
Economist Arthur Laffer — who was once honored by Trump — warns 25% tariffs could add nearly $5,000 to your new car’s price. Here’s how to protect your finances amid Trump’s trade wars
Economist Arthur Laffer — one of President Trump’s most trusted advisors and a recipient of Trump’s Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019 — has issued a stark warning to Americans: Trump’s 25% tariffs could soon drive car prices sharply upward, adding as much as $4,711 to the cost of a new vehicle. As American consumers […]