Daniel Liberto
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FFreelancewriter and editor 2016–Present
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IInvestopediawriter and editor 2017–2026
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News • May 01
‘This is truly a half-billion investment’: How one 70K-square-foot LA home became the most expensive listed in the US
A Bel-Air compound with links to Qatar's ruling family just became the most expensive home listed for sale in the U.S. — by a very wide margin.
News • May 01
‘This is truly a half-billion investment’: How one 70K-square-foot LA home became the most expensive listed in the US
A Bel-Air compound with links to Qatar's ruling family just became the most expensive home listed for sale in the U.S. — by a very wide margin.
News • Apr 30
A grandfather tied to a crypto fortune vanished with more than $1 million drained from his accounts
The money stolen was converted into gold bars purchased online.
News • Apr 30
A grandfather tied to a crypto fortune vanished with more than $1 million drained from his accounts
The money stolen was converted into gold bars purchased online.
Investing • Apr 28
Berkshire sits on $400B in cash and trails the S&P 500 by 10 points — and Greg Abel's first big test is Saturday
Berkshire's stock has lagged the S&P 500 by 10 percentage points this year. But is the new CEO really to blame, or are investors simply spooked that Buffett is gone?
Investing • Apr 28
Berkshire sits on $400B in cash and trails the S&P 500 by 10 points — and Greg Abel's first big test is Saturday
Berkshire's stock has lagged the S&P 500 by 10 percentage points this year. But is the new CEO really to blame, or are investors simply spooked that Buffett is gone?
Mortgages • Apr 28
I want to buy my dad's house now that mom has died. Is it too risky to borrow the money from him instead of a bank?
Lower rates and flexible terms make family loans appealing, but IRS rules and uncomfortable dynamics can quickly complicate things.
Mortgages • Apr 28
I want to buy my dad's house now that mom has died. Is it too risky to borrow the money from him instead of a bank?
Lower rates and flexible terms make family loans appealing, but IRS rules and uncomfortable dynamics can quickly complicate things.
News • Apr 25
'Friendshoring' is the new dealmaking strategy JP Morgan says is driving a major 45% surge in cross-border deals
Amid global conflict and economic volatility, companies are prioritizing stability over cost by shifting business toward allied countries.
News • Apr 25
'Friendshoring' is the new dealmaking strategy JP Morgan says is driving a major 45% surge in cross-border deals
Amid global conflict and economic volatility, companies are prioritizing stability over cost by shifting business toward allied countries.
Life • Apr 24
Meet Michael Boes, the first Chief MAHA Officer at Steak 'n Shake who was a senior adviser at nation’s top health agency
As concerns over ultra-processed foods grow, Steak 'n Shake is leaning into health messaging — and a high-profile hire — to win over customers.
Life • Apr 24
Meet Michael Boes, the first Chief MAHA Officer at Steak 'n Shake who was a senior adviser at nation’s top health agency
As concerns over ultra-processed foods grow, Steak 'n Shake is leaning into health messaging — and a high-profile hire — to win over customers.
News • Apr 23
Mark Cuban just flagged the largest wealth transfer of the AI era — and it's not at OpenAI: 'This blows them all away'
Mark Cuban says the biggest AI opportunity isn’t building the tech — it’s helping millions of businesses figure out how to use it
News • Apr 23
Mark Cuban just flagged the largest wealth transfer of the AI era — and it's not at OpenAI: 'This blows them all away'
Mark Cuban says the biggest AI opportunity isn’t building the tech — it’s helping millions of businesses figure out how to use it
News • Apr 22
Bank executives are losing sleep over the 'patch gap' — the AI-driven cyber threat keeping the financial world on edge
A hidden gap between discovering and fixing software flaws is giving hackers an edge.
News • Apr 22
Bank executives are losing sleep over the 'patch gap' — the AI-driven cyber threat keeping the financial world on edge
A hidden gap between discovering and fixing software flaws is giving hackers an edge.
Taxes • Apr 20
Your choice of state can almost triple your tax burden. Do you know what your home base is costing you?
You could end up paying thousands more than a similar household in a different state — but the calculation is more than just dollars and cents.
Taxes • Apr 20
Your choice of state can almost triple your tax burden. Do you know what your home base is costing you?
You could end up paying thousands more than a similar household in a different state — but the calculation is more than just dollars and cents.
News • Apr 19
The Pentagon wants GM, Ford to build weapons and bombs — here’s what happened last time during World War II
Automakers could help build weapons as U.S. supplies run low, but a World War II-style industrial shift may be more challenging to pull off today.
News • Apr 19
The Pentagon wants GM, Ford to build weapons and bombs — here’s what happened last time during World War II
Automakers could help build weapons as U.S. supplies run low, but a World War II-style industrial shift may be more challenging to pull off today.
Investing • Apr 17
A ‘new gold rush’: Why gold-backed debit cards are taking off
Gold-backed debit cards are gaining traction as inflation lingers, though questions remain about costs and accessibility.
Investing • Apr 17
A ‘new gold rush’: Why gold-backed debit cards are taking off
Gold-backed debit cards are gaining traction as inflation lingers, though questions remain about costs and accessibility.
News • Apr 16
Iran says Americans will be 'nostalgic for $4-$5 gas' as Brent crude tops $100 on Hormuz blockade threat
US-Iran tensions are rattling oil markets again, and with the Strait of Hormuz in focus, gas and other prices could climb much higher.
News • Apr 16
Iran says Americans will be 'nostalgic for $4-$5 gas' as Brent crude tops $100 on Hormuz blockade threat
US-Iran tensions are rattling oil markets again, and with the Strait of Hormuz in focus, gas and other prices could climb much higher.
News • Apr 15
The same car can cost $8,000 less in another state — but hidden costs could wipe out your savings
It’s important to calculate if the savings are still worth it after transit costs and other unexpected expenses.
News • Apr 15
The same car can cost $8,000 less in another state — but hidden costs could wipe out your savings
It’s important to calculate if the savings are still worth it after transit costs and other unexpected expenses.
Managing Money • Apr 14
TikTok is laughing at husbands who can't grocery shop — but with prices up 25% since 2020, spending 5% more is no joke
Rising grocery prices are increasingly squeezing household budgets, and research suggests families spend more when men are tasked with doing the shopping.
Managing Money • Apr 14
TikTok is laughing at husbands who can't grocery shop — but with prices up 25% since 2020, spending 5% more is no joke
Rising grocery prices are increasingly squeezing household budgets, and research suggests families spend more when men are tasked with doing the shopping.
Managing Money • Apr 14
I’m 73 and I feel my 41-year-old girlfriend treats me like an ATM. How can I set financial boundaries?
When generosity becomes an expectation, resentment can follow. Here’s how to navigate finances in a relationship with a big age gap.
Managing Money • Apr 14
I’m 73 and I feel my 41-year-old girlfriend treats me like an ATM. How can I set financial boundaries?
When generosity becomes an expectation, resentment can follow. Here’s how to navigate finances in a relationship with a big age gap.
Investing • Apr 12
Kevin O’Leary says he invests in two specific industries because people tend to overspend on them
"People overpay... It's just insane."
Investing • Apr 12
Kevin O’Leary says he invests in two specific industries because people tend to overspend on them
"People overpay... It's just insane."
Retirement • Apr 06
6 regrets early retirees commonly report — and how to avoid making the same mistakes
Many early retirees wish they had planned differently.
Retirement • Apr 06
6 regrets early retirees commonly report — and how to avoid making the same mistakes
Many early retirees wish they had planned differently.
Life • Apr 05
Canadians are boycotting U.S. travel over tariffs and politics — and it's already costing America billions
Here's the cost of Canadians boycotting U.S. travel.
Life • Apr 05
Canadians are boycotting U.S. travel over tariffs and politics — and it's already costing America billions
Here's the cost of Canadians boycotting U.S. travel.
Insurance • Apr 05
Does your home warranty cover anything that breaks? Here’s what most plans exclude and what you have to cover
Read the fine print in that service contract.
Insurance • Apr 05
Does your home warranty cover anything that breaks? Here’s what most plans exclude and what you have to cover
Read the fine print in that service contract.
Retirement • Apr 03
Arizona plumber, 62, has $79K debt, no 401(k) — but 3 houses. Ramsey Show tells him which to sell to save his retirement
Rental properties can be good investments, but not at the expense of a solid nest egg.
Retirement • Apr 03
Arizona plumber, 62, has $79K debt, no 401(k) — but 3 houses. Ramsey Show tells him which to sell to save his retirement
Rental properties can be good investments, but not at the expense of a solid nest egg.
Life • Apr 03
‘The best thing we can do’: Why an expert financial planner is boycotting 529 accounts for his children’s education
“We are actively saving money that we may use for college, but not necessarily.”
Life • Apr 03
‘The best thing we can do’: Why an expert financial planner is boycotting 529 accounts for his children’s education
“We are actively saving money that we may use for college, but not necessarily.”
Life • Apr 02
One influencer made $350,000 promoting cruises to Gen Z — how a younger crowd is transforming the cruise industry
Cruise lines are chasing younger travelers, but the changes could leave some longtime guests less satisfied.
Life • Apr 02
One influencer made $350,000 promoting cruises to Gen Z — how a younger crowd is transforming the cruise industry
Cruise lines are chasing younger travelers, but the changes could leave some longtime guests less satisfied.
Employment • Apr 02
Kevin O’Leary claims this skill is the most valuable on the market, saying he pays $250,000 for it — 5X more than before
The increase highlights just how quickly demand has outpaced supply for it.
Employment • Apr 02
Kevin O’Leary claims this skill is the most valuable on the market, saying he pays $250,000 for it — 5X more than before
The increase highlights just how quickly demand has outpaced supply for it.
Managing Money • Mar 28
Retired Florida couple fear losing their home after a window contractor vanished and left them with a $39K lien
Suppliers can go after homeowners if a contractor doesn’t pay them, but there are ways to protect yourself.
Managing Money • Mar 28
Retired Florida couple fear losing their home after a window contractor vanished and left them with a $39K lien
Suppliers can go after homeowners if a contractor doesn’t pay them, but there are ways to protect yourself.
Managing Money • Mar 27
Boomers’ bad money habits include throwing out food and buying Lotto tickets. How a wasteful lifestyle can set you back
Throwing away a half-eaten meal could just be the gateway to setting your finances way back.
Managing Money • Mar 27
Boomers’ bad money habits include throwing out food and buying Lotto tickets. How a wasteful lifestyle can set you back
Throwing away a half-eaten meal could just be the gateway to setting your finances way back.
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