Rebecca Payne
Rebecca Payne
ContributorRebecca Payne has more than a decade of experience editing and producing both local and national daily newspapers. She's worked on the Toronto Star, the Globe and Mail, Metro, Canada's National Observer, the Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press.
Rebecca Payne has more than a decade of experience editing and producing both local and national daily newspapers. She's worked on the Toronto Star, the Globe and Mail, Metro, Canada's National Observer, the Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press.
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News • 16h ago
Thousands in Colorado are ratting on their neighbors for watering their lawns in a drought — would you?
Rule breakers are easy to spot when their green grass stands out amid a sea of wilted lawns.
News • 16h ago
Thousands in Colorado are ratting on their neighbors for watering their lawns in a drought — would you?
Rule breakers are easy to spot when their green grass stands out amid a sea of wilted lawns.
Taxes • 27885 views
IRS threatens to seize a farmer's land over a $20,000 refund it sent by accident — money he tried to return
If you get a tax refund you think may be an error, here’s what to do to avoid a costly situation.
Taxes • 27885 views
IRS threatens to seize a farmer's land over a $20,000 refund it sent by accident — money he tried to return
If you get a tax refund you think may be an error, here’s what to do to avoid a costly situation.
Auto • 15509 views
Dave Ramsey says this 'really, extremely' stupid purchase is the No. 1 thing new college graduates get wrong
“It’s the borrowing, paying interest on something that’s going down in value. All, really, for a status type of life is really what you’re trying to buy.”
Auto • 15509 views
Dave Ramsey says this 'really, extremely' stupid purchase is the No. 1 thing new college graduates get wrong
“It’s the borrowing, paying interest on something that’s going down in value. All, really, for a status type of life is really what you’re trying to buy.”
News • 65061 views
Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s widow sues his mother for more than $1 million in battle for the late Cosby Show actor’s estate
In a statement, Tenisha Warner said she had "attempted to privately settle my beloved husband’s complicated estate and honor his last wishes."
News • 65061 views
Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s widow sues his mother for more than $1 million in battle for the late Cosby Show actor’s estate
In a statement, Tenisha Warner said she had "attempted to privately settle my beloved husband’s complicated estate and honor his last wishes."
News • Jul 24
Anthony Levandowski, pardoned for stealing 14,000 Google files, lands a role in Travis Kalanick's $1.7B robotics venture
Uber’s ex-CEO announced a funding round for his latest venture that includes backing from Andreessen Horowitz and Uber.
News • Jul 24
Anthony Levandowski, pardoned for stealing 14,000 Google files, lands a role in Travis Kalanick's $1.7B robotics venture
Uber’s ex-CEO announced a funding round for his latest venture that includes backing from Andreessen Horowitz and Uber.
Life • Jul 23
China can't kick its egg addiction even as prices soar nearly 45% — here's why some blame President Trump
While an avian influenza outbreak in 2025 stoked egg prices in the U.S., China’s current egg-price woes are the result of farmers’ actions.
Life • Jul 23
China can't kick its egg addiction even as prices soar nearly 45% — here's why some blame President Trump
While an avian influenza outbreak in 2025 stoked egg prices in the U.S., China’s current egg-price woes are the result of farmers’ actions.
Retirement • Jul 20
At 50, she quit her career to retire to Mexico — then spent 'year one' making endless mistakes. Here's what she learned
From picking the right neighborhood to figuring out how to do your banking, there are many pitfalls that come with retiring abroad.
Retirement • Jul 20
At 50, she quit her career to retire to Mexico — then spent 'year one' making endless mistakes. Here's what she learned
From picking the right neighborhood to figuring out how to do your banking, there are many pitfalls that come with retiring abroad.
Managing Money • Jul 19
Atlanta twins, 12, borrowed $600 from their parents and now net $200 a month selling 3D-printed toys to classmates
These enterprising Gen Alpha brothers aren’t just tech savvy, they’ve got the entrepreneurial spirit to boot.
Managing Money • Jul 19
Atlanta twins, 12, borrowed $600 from their parents and now net $200 a month selling 3D-printed toys to classmates
These enterprising Gen Alpha brothers aren’t just tech savvy, they’ve got the entrepreneurial spirit to boot.
Managing Money • Jul 19
We put $50,000 in medical bills on our credit cards — now we can barely keep up with the monthly payments. What now?
At this rate, it will cost them an extra $40,000 and take nearly 21 years to pay off this debt.
Managing Money • Jul 19
We put $50,000 in medical bills on our credit cards — now we can barely keep up with the monthly payments. What now?
At this rate, it will cost them an extra $40,000 and take nearly 21 years to pay off this debt.
Investing • 55393 views
Michael Burry's $39 a month Substack hits 300,000 subscribers, fueling speculation of a $113M-a-year newsletter empire
Could the investing legend be netting hundreds of millions from a newsletter? If not, he’s still making a steady income.
Investing • 55393 views
Michael Burry's $39 a month Substack hits 300,000 subscribers, fueling speculation of a $113M-a-year newsletter empire
Could the investing legend be netting hundreds of millions from a newsletter? If not, he’s still making a steady income.
Investing • Jul 13
Americans tend to underestimate their true retirement wealth — but that could leave you working longer than needed
If you’re worried about your retirement account balance, it’s possible you’re not looking at the whole picture.
Investing • Jul 13
Americans tend to underestimate their true retirement wealth — but that could leave you working longer than needed
If you’re worried about your retirement account balance, it’s possible you’re not looking at the whole picture.
Banking • Jul 12
Banks collected $12 billion in overdraft fees in 2025 after Congress reversed the $5 cap — here's how to avoid them
Americans are losing billions every year to sky-high overdraft fees. Here’s what you can do about it.
Banking • Jul 12
Banks collected $12 billion in overdraft fees in 2025 after Congress reversed the $5 cap — here's how to avoid them
Americans are losing billions every year to sky-high overdraft fees. Here’s what you can do about it.
Insurance • Jul 11
Florida man paid off his house 2 months before Hurricane Milton tore off his roof — and he had no home insurance
Inside this alarming trend where Americans risk it all by not renewing their coverage once their mortgage is paid.
Insurance • Jul 11
Florida man paid off his house 2 months before Hurricane Milton tore off his roof — and he had no home insurance
Inside this alarming trend where Americans risk it all by not renewing their coverage once their mortgage is paid.
News • Jul 09
A Gen Z couple spent $365,000 to build their own home in Washington — and their mortgage is under $900 a month
High home prices and mortgage rates can make homeownership feel impossible, but one Washington couple managed to DIY their dream home.
News • Jul 09
A Gen Z couple spent $365,000 to build their own home in Washington — and their mortgage is under $900 a month
High home prices and mortgage rates can make homeownership feel impossible, but one Washington couple managed to DIY their dream home.
News • Jul 08
'I need you to think': Suze Orman says new student loan rules are tempting parents to 'make a mess' of their finances
Personal finance expert warns that gap left by caps on Parent PLUS loans could push families to private lenders.
News • Jul 08
'I need you to think': Suze Orman says new student loan rules are tempting parents to 'make a mess' of their finances
Personal finance expert warns that gap left by caps on Parent PLUS loans could push families to private lenders.
News • Jul 06
Sellers priced homes at 'aspirational levels' — now listing prices are falling at the fastest pace since 2017
The national median asking price fell in June to $430,000, a drop of 2.5% compared to one year ago when it sat at $440,950, according to reports
News • Jul 06
Sellers priced homes at 'aspirational levels' — now listing prices are falling at the fastest pace since 2017
The national median asking price fell in June to $430,000, a drop of 2.5% compared to one year ago when it sat at $440,950, according to reports
News • Jul 03
A 65-year-old retiree could face $313,000 in health costs — and that's before long-term care
New research shows there’s one risk to your retirement security that’s consistently at the top of people’s minds: health-related costs.
News • Jul 03
A 65-year-old retiree could face $313,000 in health costs — and that's before long-term care
New research shows there’s one risk to your retirement security that’s consistently at the top of people’s minds: health-related costs.
Life • Jul 02
She sang every note in Josie and the Pussycats but made just $1,500 — now Kay Hanley wants back pay
The musician said she is also set to lose her union health insurance because she didn’t make enough earnings this year.
Life • Jul 02
She sang every note in Josie and the Pussycats but made just $1,500 — now Kay Hanley wants back pay
The musician said she is also set to lose her union health insurance because she didn’t make enough earnings this year.
News • Jul 01
Samsung, Micron and SK Hynix accused of spiking memory chip prices by 700%
The antitrust lawsuit calls the companies “oligopolists” and accuses them of “concerted anticompetitive behavior.”
News • Jul 01
Samsung, Micron and SK Hynix accused of spiking memory chip prices by 700%
The antitrust lawsuit calls the companies “oligopolists” and accuses them of “concerted anticompetitive behavior.”
News • Jun 29
A Michigan mom started collecting cans to pay for her daughter's chemo — and it says everything about U.S. medical debt
Sherri Detherage of Westland, Michigan, has raised more than $1,000 in a matter of weeks by collecting empty bottles and cans donated by her community.
News • Jun 29
A Michigan mom started collecting cans to pay for her daughter's chemo — and it says everything about U.S. medical debt
Sherri Detherage of Westland, Michigan, has raised more than $1,000 in a matter of weeks by collecting empty bottles and cans donated by her community.
Life • Jun 27
DINKWADs are booking $6,000 flights and castle getaways for their dogs — and the $158B pet industry is loving it
Would you charter a jet for your pet? For some pet parents, the sky is definitely not the limit when it comes to travel spending.
Life • Jun 27
DINKWADs are booking $6,000 flights and castle getaways for their dogs — and the $158B pet industry is loving it
Would you charter a jet for your pet? For some pet parents, the sky is definitely not the limit when it comes to travel spending.
News • Jun 26
Pennsylvania bank manager allegedly stole over $31,000 from 6 dead customers' accounts
Bank manager is facing charges of forgery, theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property.
News • Jun 26
Pennsylvania bank manager allegedly stole over $31,000 from 6 dead customers' accounts
Bank manager is facing charges of forgery, theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property.
News • Jun 25
Looking for an electrician or HVAC technician? Get ready to wait a while, because they’re all off doing data center jobs
AI data centers require huge amounts of power, but their demand for manpower is equally massive.
News • Jun 25
Looking for an electrician or HVAC technician? Get ready to wait a while, because they’re all off doing data center jobs
AI data centers require huge amounts of power, but their demand for manpower is equally massive.
Managing Money • Jun 24
A $9,000 IRS penalty after 5 years of self-employment — the tax mistakes that could cost you big
Mistakes when it comes to your quarterly estimated tax payments can cause big headaches and big tax bills.
Managing Money • Jun 24
A $9,000 IRS penalty after 5 years of self-employment — the tax mistakes that could cost you big
Mistakes when it comes to your quarterly estimated tax payments can cause big headaches and big tax bills.
Managing Money • Jun 21
Pennsylvania's Golden Girls law lets unrelated adults share a home — but Connecticut's version was stymied
Some states are reviving communal living, but local resistance might prevent the affordable housing solution from coming to your neighborhood.
Managing Money • Jun 21
Pennsylvania's Golden Girls law lets unrelated adults share a home — but Connecticut's version was stymied
Some states are reviving communal living, but local resistance might prevent the affordable housing solution from coming to your neighborhood.
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