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Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

Managing Money May 24

Ohio woman says her ex secretly spent nearly $17,000 on her credit cards. The Ramsey Show says to fight it as fraud

When a live-in partner uses your credit cards without telling you, who's liable, and can you actually fight the charges?

Karen Jenness

News May 22

A Florida woman's $625 move ballooned to $4,000 — and she had to borrow $3,000 from her mom to get her stuff back

Moving company complaints peaked in 2021, but it's still a risk nationwide. Here's what happened to one woman, and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you.

Raphael Rodriguez and Alexandria Martin stand by their home which was damaged by the demolition of a vacant home next door.

News 133989 views

Toledo couple stunned as city demolishes the house next door and damages their own — with no apology. They’re not alone

When city crews tear down nuisance homes, neighbors may pay a price. Here's what homeowners need to know.

Chris and Analia DeHayes share their story with Tampa Bay 28.

News 84249 views

Bank sat on $100K of Florida couple's flood insurance for a year, forcing them to take $250K from their 401(k)

This story reveals a little-known hazard hiding in mortgage agreements, and why disaster victims can end up in a worse financial hole after the insurance check arrives.

Photo of YouTuber Stephen Antonioni hiking with family

Managing Money May 19

'I'm not retired and I don't intend to be': YouTuber says 'Camp FIRE' saving allows short-term bursts of retirement

The traditional FIRE movement asks for years of sacrifice in pursuit of permanent freedom. Camp FIRE asks for a few, and then lets you do it again.

A blonde woman and a man with gray hair sit at a table outside, both wearing gray aprons, with concerned expressions.

Managing Money May 18

My wife and I are nearing 60 and slashed our expenses to $2,700 a month — are we still falling short for retirement?

With a paid-off home, solar panels and a vegetable garden, they've done everything right. So why does retirement still feel out of reach?

An empty conveyor belt at an airport after Spirit shut down in Latrobe

News May 15

With Spirit gone, a small Pennsylvania town now has no commercial airline for the first time in over a decade

It also means almost half of the employees at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport will be laid off.

Jensen Huang, seen here accompanying President Trump on his visit to China, recently told Carnegie Mellon grads that jobs in the trades are in demand.

Managing Money May 15

Nvidia CEO tells college grads that electricians, plumbers and iron workers have a leg up – and there’s no degree needed

With AI threatening white-collar careers and building a massive physical footprint, the trades offer something rare: rising wages and no student debt.

President Trump holds a "Trump Gold Card" during an event in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

News May 13

‘Legal uncertainty and financial risk’: Trump’s Gold Card visa isn’t worth it, say lawyers — including Melania Trump’s

Wealthy foreigners drawn to the program are being warned off by the very attorneys they'd need to make it work.

Mohamed Aly El-Erian attends a 2023 event in Italy.

News May 12

Mohamed El-Erian says the Fed must learn to be ‘more deserving of independence' — or the economy could go down with it

The central bank earned a so-so report card from elite economists, and the consequences for your wallet could be significant.

Dwayne Donaldson shares his feelings with WLBT3 after losing his home to tornado.

News May 11

Mississippi brothers lost one of their homes to a tornado in minutes — here's how families can recover financially

"Coming from experiencing homelessness a few times in the past, it's definitely devastating.”

A photo of a Ben & Jerry's ice cream shop

News 11357 views

Ben & Jerry's sold for $326 million with 1 condition. The new owner broke it — and former members are suing

The 2000 sale of Ben & Jerry's included a binding promise to protect its social mission. What happened next is a corporate governance battle and a warning about the fallout when deal terms get tested.

A toddler is the primary focus of this low angle shot, reaching for a dollar bill held out of frame.

Investing May 07

Treasury weighing a major change to Trump Accounts — could billionaires soon be donating stock to your kid's nest egg?

The accounts — open for deposits starting July 4 — are currently limited to index funds. A push to allow direct stock gifts could supercharge growth, but it comes with significant risks.

Brandon Dillard has been indicted on 113 counts, including 54 counts of theft by deception and 24 counts of practicing dentistry without a license.

News May 06

He allegedly made $4M putting veneers on teeth in Atlanta — but he was never a licensed dentist

The Atlanta man who allegedly made millions performing dental procedures without a license now says Georgia law never told him he couldn't — but a former DA says that argument falls apart fast.

Mark Cuban speaking on the IMPAULSIVE podcast with hosts.

Managing Money May 05

Mark Cuban says taking out a loan to go to college is the ‘dumbest thing you can do.’ Here’s his alternative

The billionaire investor's case against student loans is backed by hard numbers — and his community college strategy has a clear financial logic anyone can follow.

A middle-aged woman reviewing her finances

Managing Money May 02

You're 50 with $30,000 in debt and nothing saved for retirement — here's how to hit $500K by 65

Starting at 50 with debt and almost nothing saved feels dire, but the math says otherwise. Here's what the saving options actually look like, and where to begin.

Mohamed El-Erian, Chief Economic Adviser of Allianz

News May 02

Gas jumped from $2.98 to $4.39 — and El-Erian says we have weeks to avoid a full-blown recession

With oil choking global supply lines, a top economist is warning the window to avoid a worldwide downturn is closing fast. Americans are already feeling it at the pump.

Dave Ramsey speaks on Theo Von's podcast

Managing Money Apr 30

'We've all got a shot': Dave Ramsey says 89% of millionaires didn't inherit a cent. The formula isn't a secret at all

Most millionaires didn't start with family money or six-figure salaries, says Ramsey. Their wealth came down to two unglamorous moves repeated over decades.

Photo of Barbara Corcoran

Managing Money Apr 30

Barbara Corcoran made $100 million and 'never saved a dime' — here's why that advice could backfire on you

She built a $100 million empire without ever stashing money away — but data shows most Americans can't afford to follow her lead.

A shot of a New York sewer grill beside a shot of the Burger King logo.

News Apr 28

Burger King worker caught pouring ‘nasty, dirty, used oil’ into NY sewer. How fatbergs cost taxpayers millions

One rogue Burger King employee and a few gallons of grease is all it takes — but the hidden cost of what goes down America's drains is ultimately billed to you.

The Ramsey Show hosts Rachel Cruze and Ken Coleman.

Managing Money Apr 27

Man with $3.5M inheritance on the way wants to dip into savings — The Ramsey Show says 'act like none of it's coming’

Estates can be contested, plans can change and long-term care costs can significantly reduce assets.

A split-image photo of Citadel CEO Ken Griffin and his NYC penthouse

News Apr 25

Ken Griffin's COO fires back at NYC mayor over $238M penthouse tax video — and a $6B project hangs in the balance

As New York debates taxing wealthy second-home owners, one of its biggest investors is signaling he may pull back — with potential ripple effects on jobs, tax revenue and housing costs.

Attacks in Bahrain early in the U.S.-Israel-Iran war were astronomically expensive for Amazon.

News Apr 24

Amazon loses $150M after drones hit its data centers — and insurance won’t cover their losses. What it means for you

As cloud infrastructure becomes critical to everyday life, tensions as far away as Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates could ripple into higher costs and weaker protections for consumers.

An aerial view showcases green spaces, trees, and manicured landscaping sit beside industrial structures like a beige cooling tower with escaping white clouds.

Investing Apr 23

JPMorgan says electricity demand is about to surge 4 times — and $2 trillion is flowing into these 5 energy sectors

Power demand is accelerating as AI, manufacturing and electrification surge. Investors are pouring billions into the infrastructure needed to keep the lights on.

Young woman with a sly smile working on her laptop.

Managing Money Apr 23

Nearly half of Gen Z workers are actively trying to ‘sabotage’ their workplace’s AI strategies — but it's backfiring

For the first generation raised on smartphones and social media, AI in the workplace feels less like progress and more like a threat to their financial futures.

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