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Mike Crisolago
Mike Crisolago

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News • Sep 26

Texas man accused of drilling into truck to steal $1,800 worth of diesel — as gas tank thefts spike across the U.S.

Your car’s gas tank could become a target for thieves — and the drilling damage they leave behind could cost you thousands in repairs.

Amazon delivery drone flying above houses.

News • Sep 26

Amazon delivery drones spark resident revolt in Texas suburb — and the company plans to expand to 500 locations

As the company plans to extend drone delivery to 500 locales nationwide this year, some locals warn of the hidden costs: noise and neighborhood disruption.

Man stressed out by his medical bills

Managing Money • Sep 26

One-third of Americans with health insurance carry medical debt — and nearly half owe $2,000 or more

For millions of insured Americans, a medical emergency can still become a financial crisis that can push households to sacrifice food, rent and future care.

On the left, a Flock Security system mounted to a tree and on the right, a group protesting against the company.

News • Sep 25

Flock offers employees a ‘most generous’ voluntary exit package as the surveillance company weathers nationwide backlash

Flock employees are reportedly weighing a lucrative exit as the company faces mounting cancellations amidst privacy and law enforcement abuse concerns.

Donald Trump Jr. appears on stage on the second day of the 2026 Republican National Convention.

News • Sep 23

Kalshi reportedly gave Trump Jr. a $300K stake when it was worth $2B. Now at $22B, it wants to allow borrowed-money bets

Kalshi is moving deeper into the world of leveraged finance, potentially opening the door to bigger trades — and bigger losses — for its users.

An EBT sign is displayed on the window of a grocery store in the Flatbush neighborhood of the Brooklyn, New York City.

News • Sep 23

SNAP benefits under attack from Romanian scammers: ‘There’s a special place in hell for people who steal from the poor’

As millions rely on SNAP to put food on the table, card skimming is costing recipients benefits they can’t afford to lose.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang speaks during the G20 Innovation Ministerial.

Taxes • 212880 views

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says ‘nothing would give me more joy’ than to pay more taxes: ‘I'm just afraid of being poor’

While California faces a billionaire exodus ahead of the November 3 wealth tax vote, Huang has taken a much different stance.

Photo of Erin Spencer in front of a sunset

Managing Money • Sep 17

‘Starting at rock bottom’: Woman filed for bankruptcy at 24 with $65,000 in debt. How she made it back from the brink

Bankruptcy gave Erin Spencer room to breathe, but rebuilding took discipline. Now she’s sharing what she wishes she knew before filing.

Donald Trump’s childhood home

News • Sep 16

Trump's Queens childhood home sells for $1.93M after developer spent $500K gutting a 'mold-ridden cat den'

The Queens fixer-upper nearly doubled in value after eight months of work

tim draper

News • Sep 15

Billionaire Tim Draper is selling an entire island for less than the bitcoin he once scooped up at $632 a coin

The Bitcoin haul that made Tim Draper billions puts his latest $7.9 million asking price in perspective — especially since there’s a major catch to selling the island

A photo of a Michigan police car

News • Sep 12

Michigan senior cashed out $270,000 in pensions after fake FTC agent threatened her with arrest over bogus charges

A convincing government imposter turned a routine email into a $270,000 nightmare — and the FBI says seniors lost billions to scams like it last year.

A real estate agent leads a young couple through an open house showing.

News • Sep 12

Renting a home in Austin saves you $1,917 a month over buying — and it's not the only metro where renters can save big

Skyrocketing home prices and mortgage rates are making rentals increasingly more attractive.

Ric Flair attends a press conference in 2022.

News • Sep 11

Ric Flair ‘wants to bury’ talent agency with $10M lawsuit over alleged ‘digital fraud’ tied to his image and likeness

Flair alleges he was tricked into signing away sweeping rights to his "commercial identity” and that the contract in question already cost him $250,000 in lost revenue.

Mark Cuban speaks during a panel discussion with Senate candidate James Talarico.

News • Sep 11

Mark Cuban publishes a 10-point checklist for US towns negotiating data centers: ‘What to require before saying yes’

With data centers linked to rising energy bills and pollution, Cuban says towns should lock down protections, public returns and an exit plan before giving developers the green light.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan Chase, speaks alongside US President Donald Trump.

Managing Money • Sep 10

Jamie Dimon says Gen Z faces 'complex' career paths — but lists the timeless principles that still drive success

AI may be rewriting the career playbook, but Dimon says Gen Z shouldn’t forget the fundamentals that can help them earn trust, build relationships and get ahead.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates attends a session at the World Economic Forum.

News • Sep 09

Bill Gates compares AI to space invaders, says cooperation between US and China is needed ‘in order to step up to it’

The Microsoft cofounder warned the next five years are critical for setting up guardrails to rein in the potential harms of AI.

President Trump speaks to 5,000 contractors at the Shell Chemicals Petrochemical Complex.

News • 12813 views

Trump's gas price promises keep shifting — from $2 to $2.30 to $3 — while Americans pay a record $4.15 on Labor Day

Gas prices just hit a record for Labor Day and experts say drivers shouldn’t expect meaningful relief anytime soon.

Ray Dalio attends the 2026 Forbes Iconoclast Summit on June 3, 2026.

Investing • Sep 08

Ray Dalio tripled his money at 12 on his first stock pick — then a bad call left him borrowing $4,000 from his dad

The billionaire investor learned the hard way that one winning trade doesn’t make you a great investor — and that knowing what you don’t know can literally be worth a fortune.

Bungalow home in San Jose, California seen from outside at night.

Mortgages • Sep 06

It now takes an average of 15 years to break even on a home compared to renting — and nearly 50 years in these markets

Think buying is always better than renting? The numbers suggest the answer depends heavily on where you live.

Keith Mackenzie-Betty tried to sell his used Toyota online.

Managing Money • Sep 03

A Massachusetts man says eBay withheld over $11,000 from his $23,750 truck sale — then told him to hand over the keys

Selling online can come with an unexpected catch: Marketplaces may hold your money long after a buyer has paid, leaving sellers waiting on their cash.

Julie Pierre shares her story with ABC 7 News.

News • Sep 02

Florida baker's 400 cinnamon rolls worth $3,000 vanished mid-delivery — 5 days later police found every one

The bizarre loss left a young entrepreneur thousands in the hole — and offers a lesson for anyone relying on a side hustle for extra income.

family and lemonade

Managing Money • Sep 01

Lemonade stand raises over $1K for family of 13-year-old who died unexpectedly — boosting $79K in GoFundMe donations

A loving community fundraiser became a powerful show of support for a grieving family — and a reminder that the cost of funerals add financial strain to an already devastating period.

moving couple

Managing Money • Sep 01

Skyrocketing bills forced a CT couple to live in their car. Moving to this state helped them save $10K and open 401(k)s

A surprise utility bill pushed this young couple into their car. Moving to a lower-cost city gave them room to save — but experts warn to look beyond housing prices for true affordability.

US President Donald Trump shows an image of his planned ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House

News • Aug 28

'We're going to blow it up:' Philadelphia DA predicts Trump's $600M White House ballroom will be demolished eventually

Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner’s comments about destroying Trump’s ballroom come as the project faces scrutiny over its ballooning price tag, taxpayer funding and legal challenges.

kai and barron trump

News • Aug 28

Barron and Kai Trump are now energy drink entrepreneurs. But will Gen Z buy what they're selling?

Barron and Kai Trump are betting on energy drinks to build brands of their own. But with Gen Z drifting from the family’s politics, can they turn fame into lasting business?

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