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Trump tariffs may have been struck down, but don't expect lower prices, businesses say. How to cope with the uncertainty

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Alabama scammer hacked teens’ accounts, threatened them over explicit pictures. How to protect your kids from sextortion
By Daniel Liberto

Trump tariffs may have been struck down, but don't expect lower prices, businesses say. How to cope with the uncertainty
By Rebecca Payne

Iowa families are out $220K after a youth sports program went bust. Here are the red flags to watch for before you pay
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

You’re paying for Prime, club memberships — but you may be leaving money on the table when it comes to perks
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

This money habit has kept the richest families wealthy for generations — here’s how to take advantage in 2026 and beyond
By Daniel Liberto

LA father charges daughter rent but she claims it’s theft. Why The Ramsey Show says it’s time for a hard conversation
By Chris Clark

How a $230 dress spiraled into a high four-figure buy now, pay later debt — avoid this trap and protect your finances
By Vawn Himmelsbach

4 costly financial pitfalls that hit grieving spouses. Smart steps to take now to protect yourself later
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Ex-banker quit corporate life to sell bubble tea. Now, he helps run a global empire that brings in over $500 million
By Rebecca Payne

With the cost of travel up 26% since 2019, some people are ditching their vacation plans. How to keep travel costs down
By Chris Clark

The world's richest people are flocking to these countries — here's how you can relocate abroad, too
By Jessica Wong

This Southern city is ranked the best state capital to live in. Here's why, and how to improve your own living situation
By Rebecca Holland

Couple in their 40s have $0 saved for retirement and they just had a surprise baby. What the Ramsey Show says to do next
By Danielle Antosz

'This has to stop': Ohio couple wants their daughter, 52, to move out. Ramsey Show says state law could help their case
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

Ohio family paid $300K in advance for a home reno that's months overdue. The Ramsey Show says they have 2 options
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Only 7% of parents have big families, like JD and Usha Vance. How to make it work when raising one kid can cost $320,000
By Will Kenton

Shovel or pay: If you don't keep your sidewalks clear of snow, there could be consequences. Here's why
By Rebecca Payne

Kevin O’Leary reveals the worst part about being a rich guy (and how he deals with the problem). How to handle wealth
By Vishesh Raisinghani

Without paid leave, exhausted American NICU parents are relying on patchwork solutions. Here’s what can be done
By Daniel Liberto

How this millennial lives rent-free in New York City — and no, she doesn't get help from her parents
By Rebecca Holland

Some Americans are considering moving abroad to escape rising costs in the US. What relocation can and can’t solve
By Will Kenton

Payment app scams are on the rise and once you hit send, you're unlikely to get your cash back. How to protect yourself
By Daniel Liberto

Nearly 70% of older Americans don’t talk to their heirs about inheritance. It could mean passing down problems instead
By Rebecca Holland

Dunkin' policy change cost this customer $260 worth of free coffee. How to protect your loyalty rewards
By Chris Clark

Couple lost all their savings to a car scam on Facebook. Red flags to be aware of when buying through social media
By Daniel Liberto

32% of parents avoid talking money with their kids. Here are 5 simple phrases to buck that trend in your family
By Vawn Himmelsbach

91% of travelers say they want ‘slow travel’ in 2026. What it really means, and why it’s about more than saving money
By Monique Danao

Rewards programs are turning into data-harvesting machines. Why companies now profit more from your habits than you do
By Monique Danao

4 hidden Costco finds no one’s talking about, and the major savings you’re probably leaving on the table
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Arkansas man says his dad wants him to trade a $300K trust for $5,000. Ramsey Show hosts say set boundaries
By Rebecca Holland

An unexpected wave of users is fueling DoorDash’s growth, but does food delivery make financial sense?
By Rebecca Payne

Some states will change tourism taxes in 2026. Here’s how it could raise your hotel or rental cost
By Rebecca Payne

Dad, 67, loses $400K after fake federal agents claimed his identity was stolen, son says. Here's how the scam worked
By Rebecca Payne

Tennessee man afraid girlfriend's mom is manipulating their relationship by threatening to withhold financial gift
By Rebecca Holland

He retired at 60, then became a high school teacher. Why this lawyer chose a second career in the classroom
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Indianapolis woman says 'being a woman costs more.' Suze Orman shuts it down, but the pink tax debate continues
By Jessica Wong

Liverpool shoe seller, 25, once applied to be Nike’s CEO. Now his business is thriving, proving a sole focus can pay off
By Victoria Vesovski

45-year-old hid $20M net worth from fiancée. Dave Ramsey says he needs a prenup, but it isn’t about her at all
By Vawn Himmelsbach

'Gray divorce’ is up 40% as more couples over 50 split, leaving many without a safety net. Here's how to stay protected
By Jessica Wong

2025 was a record-breaking year for mistake airfares. Here’s how travelers can find and book ultra-cheap flights
By Jessica Wong

Money is now the top reason Americans aren’t having more kids, as families rethink their household dreams
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

Worth the weights? Why your New Year's gym membership may be harder to quit than you know (and what to do about it)
By Sarah Sharkey

Experts warn telling kids ‘we can’t afford it’ may fuel lifelong money stress. A wording change helps
By Danielle Antosz

Parents invest $2K in a side hustle now earning $295K/year, with potential to build generational wealth. Here’s how
By Rebecca Payne

My daughter’s father died, but her stepmom has been mum on the estate — an estimated $2M. What are our options?
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Ray Dalio says choosing the right partner is life’s most important decision — make sure you align on these 3 money musts
By Vawn Himmelsbach

This genius trick helps work-from-home parents score top-notch daycare without breaking the bank. Here’s how
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

The top 10% of earners drive nearly half of all consumer spending. Is our economy too dependent on the wealthy?
By Danielle Antosz

Boomers avoid impulse buys, but every generation can succumb to a certain trigger
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Las Vegas hotel offers rooms for $1 a night. But travelers are calling this deal ‘the biggest scam’
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

Oregon man paying child support to pregnant ex-fiancée is being manipulated, Ramsey hosts agree. What's really going on
By Jessica Wong

Dad died without a will. Is his long-term girlfriend owed a piece of the estate?
By Eric Esposito

My teenage daughter gets $800/month from Social Security after her mom died. How can we make the most of this money?
By Jessica Wong

From embryo to sobriety clauses, prenups can control more than money. Here are a few other unusual marriage stipulations
By Deborah D'Souza

Idaho parents pay for all of adult daughter's living expenses. Here's how The Ramsey Show suggests they help her grow up
By Chris Clark

A 'kinky' teddy bear? A robot that won't let go? Groups warn parents to avoid these creepy, unsafe AI toys
By Vawn Himmelsbach

MO man says fiancée’s mom controls her money and may be stealing her student loans. What The Ramsey Show says to do next
By Danielle Antosz

Scammers are hitting travelers with fake rentals and websites. Is your next vacation booking truly safe?
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

‘Buy now, pay later’ may get you on vacation faster — but what travel perks do you give up for the sake of convenience?
By Jessica Wong

After racking up debt, deal hunters are reigning in their holiday shopping in 2025. How they curbed their overspending
By Danielle Antosz

40% of US adults admit to keeping a financial secret from their partner — how to tell if your spouse is hiding assets
By Victoria Vesovski

Ray Dalio's 3 tips for people in 40s, 50s will help you get ‘more life out of your life’ in 2026, worry less about cash
By Vishesh Raisinghani

Cleveland physician pays her in-laws $6K a month. Here’s what the Ramsey hosts said to do to escape emotional blackmail
By Monique Danao

Buying a winter jacket may cost you 24% more this year. But analysts say price isn't consumers' biggest concern
By Rebecca Payne

My adult son lives with me and has a Wal-Mart job. I asked him for rent but he refuses to help. How do I resolve this?
By Maurie Backman

The $1K 'Trump Account' for your child could grow to 6 figures. Here's a strategy to keep it tax-free
By Jessica Wong

4 things you should refuse to buy in 2026 if you want wealth and freedom ASAP. Plus how they could be hurting you
By Vishesh Raisinghani

As Missouri man says fiancée’s mom is stealing her student loans, The Ramsey Show offers tips on fighting familial fraud
By Danielle Antosz

Prof G warns men are broke, lonely in the Big Tech era and it’s not just about money. Why he says it’s an urgent crisis
By Jessica Wong

The number of stay-at-home dads in America has nearly doubled in 30 years. Here's what's behind the 'caregiving over bre
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

Here’s where to live in America if you want to be filthy rich, says billionaire, and it’s not NYC or Miami
By Vishesh Raisinghani

5 financial moves you must make before 2026 to build riches, save thousands in the new year
By Vishesh Raisinghani

Texas woman angry husband wants 20% of his 401(k) to go to his daughter. But Ramsey Show hosts think there's more to it
By Rebecca Holland

MGM Resorts CEO admits company 'lost control' of narrative over eye-watering prices. How to keep a lid on vacation costs
By Will Kenton

I plan to leave my entire $2.5M estate to my son, but I don’t want his wife to ever get any. How do I ensure that?
By Christy Bieber

Ohio woman devoted decades to her partner, kids. Now he wants a prenup, and Dave Ramsey says she’s left herself exposed
By Christy Bieber

My toddler’s child care costs more than my mortgage — how can I stretch my budget to cover these high monthly expenses?
By Rebecca Payne

Woman's mom out-earns her but still borrows cash. The Ramsey Show explains where the real 'idiotic behavior' comes from
By Vawn Himmelsbach

The government shutdown could ruin your Thanksgiving travel plans. Here's how to increase your chances of a smooth ride
By Will Kenton

Would you care for your spouse’s elderly parents? Divorce lawyer of Kim Kardashian, Britney Spears on prenups
By Victoria Vesovski

Missouri woman’s mother-in-law is camping out in her backyard and won’t leave — how Dave Ramsey says to get her to go
By Vawn Himmelsbach

PA dad has $1M in savings but wants to charge college dropout daughter rent — why Ramsey Show agrees, 'let the kid fail'
By Jessica Wong

Even six-figure earners are living paycheck to paycheck as prices soar — why a high income doesn’t cut it anymore
By Chris Clark

Las Vegas campaign attempts to reel in new visitors — but it’s not the only hot spot seeing a decline. What’s going on?
By Christy Bieber

More Americans than ever are worth $1M — but many still feel broke. Why being a millionaire doesn’t cut it anymore
By Sarah Sharkey

Parents are spending thousands on high school admissions — how early should you be investing in your kid’s education?
By Chris Clark

Oregon woman's boyfriend hasn't worked in 3 months — and The Ramsey Show says that should 'scare the crap' out of her
By Monique Danao

Missouri woman's late-in-life love story turns into a Ramsey Show warning about catfish scams — how to spot red flags
By Will Kenton

Americans are paying up to $10K to install home saunas — but are they just sweating away their savings?
By Sarah Sharkey

Georgia woman’s husband keeps her in the dark about their finances — Dave Ramsey says to act now or ‘shut up about it’
By Rebecca Holland

Trump official threatens to fire 'problem children' air traffic controllers — how to get compensated for delays
By Chris Clark

Senior built $440K nest egg by skipping A/C, life’s luxuries — but now regrets it. Are you missing the meaning of life?
By Jing Pan

31% of Gen Zers admit to going on dates for free meals. Is this a sign of growing economic uncertainty?
By Chris Clark

'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 pet owners as lifetime cost of cats and dogs exceeds $30K — are pets now only for the rich?
By Emma Caplan-Fisher

Massachusetts woman nearly misses grandson’s graduation after $499 4-day passport renewal actually took weeks
By Victoria Vesovski

Nearly 1-in-4 married couples don't have a joint bank account, Census Bureau data shows — what's behind this trend
By Maurie Backman

Young Americans are getting married later — and many now expect their partners to fix their finances before wedlock
By Jessica Wong

Retailers aren’t betting on seeing a seasonal ‘surge’ this year, with holiday hiring expected to drop to 16-year low
By Chris Clark

Spirit Airlines to drop thousands of staff, cut down schedules around holidays, reports say. What it could mean for you
By Vawn Himmelsbach

‘Stupidest idea’: Kevin O’Leary rips apart Dave Ramsey's advice for couples — why he thinks all women should do this
By Deborah D'Souza