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Sports bettor turned a $30 parlay on MLB players hitting home runs into $1.98M. Are parlays a good way to hit big?

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California man’s home garden triggers heated debate among neighbors — and it could lead to big fines
By Kit Pulliam

Why not start smoking again? Cigarettes no longer look so bad as people despair for the future of the world and economy
By Laura Grace Tarpley

The key to TikTok Shop’s blockbuster $4.9-billion quarter? The fastest-growing spenders aren't Gen Z — they're over 45
By Victoria Vesovski

Sports bettor turned a $30 parlay on MLB players hitting home runs into $1.98M. Are parlays a good way to hit big?
By Chase Kell

Would you pay $50 to see a movie? Regal Cinemas is betting you will for Dune: Part Three, and that's just the start
By Rebecca Payne

Good luck charm: A sparrow flew in his car window and the following week he won $2.4 million in the lottery
By Christy Bieber

Shannon Elizabeth says she made $1.2 million in her first week on OnlyFans — what it says about the new creator economy
By Jessica Wong

Americans swap chicken for steak as beef prices rise, up $1.02 per pound in two years
By Brian Baker

A couple spent $186,500 to live on a sailboat in the Florida Keys — 11 years later, they pay just $1,200 a month
By AnnaMarie Houlis

'Low-risk insurance': How frequent flyers' ghost bookings are making your flights pricier amid Iran travel chaos
By Vawn Himmelsbach

Omaha restaurant owner drops delivery apps after paying $188K for 1 year of fees. Is in-house delivery coming back?
By Mike Crisolago

US is on track to have 8 million fewer people than earlier projected by 2055. The fertility crisis is a financial one
By Amanda Smith

Meet Michael Boes, the first Chief MAHA Officer at Steak 'n Shake who was a senior adviser at nation’s top health agency
By Daniel Liberto

China has a new level of cultural dominance among American youth — what is ‘Chinamaxxing’ and why are they so obsessed?
By Becky Robertson

This family of 5 relocated to Colombia — and now with $1,500 in savings, they're ‘trapped’ and can't afford to move home
By Mike Crisolago

Red Lobster CEO vowed Endless Shrimp would never return after it sunk the company. Two years later, it's back
By Clay Halton

Young men are chasing sugar mamas on dating apps, and 18-to-25-year-olds are leading the charge, new data shows
By Victoria Vesovski

I missed my flight and lost $1,400 because the airport cart dropped me at the wrong gate. Should the airline reimburse?
By Laura Grande

Dad is ready to build a new family home but his current neighbor has a criminal record. Dave Ramsey says safety first
By Clay Halton

‘I thought it was fake’: Parisian nabs a Picasso painting worth $1 million for just $117 — here’s how it happened
By Joanna Sinclair

Tired of waitlists, Florida's billionaires are spending millions to build their own elite private schools
By Becky Robertson

‘Why not me?’: Kellie Gerardi says a ‘very specific mindset’ kept her in the fight for her place as a mom and astronaut
By AnnaMarie Houlis

It now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child in the US — here’s where expenditures are skyrocketing the most
By Becky Robertson

The Iran war is spiking jet fuel prices and cutting flights — what American travelers need to do now
By AnnaMarie Houlis

Southwest slashes its portable charger limit from 20 to just 1 — and you can't use the in-seat outlet either
By Chris Morris

‘A miserable money trap?’ Coachella 2026 prices soar as fans pay big to see Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter
By Victoria Vesovski

The cost-of-living crisis is so bad Gen Z women have decided to live with nuns in their convents
By Em Norton

Miami billionaires are spending $1,000 a minute on floating helipads to dodge the city's brutal traffic
By Tara Losinski

Domino’s driver, 68, bought a Diet Coke for a customer — and ended up with $77K from strangers
By Chris Clark

I’m a sandwich Gen Xer who has taken my parents into my home, but I’m paying all the bills. What can I do?
By Rebecca Payne

Canadians are boycotting U.S. travel over tariffs and politics — and it's already costing America billions
By Daniel Liberto

Gas prices and global uncertainty have Americans pumping the brakes on vacation plans. Why it’s the year of staycation
By Genna Buck

‘The best thing we can do’: Why an expert financial planner is boycotting 529 accounts for his children’s education
By Daniel Liberto

This couple is living on a cruise ship 24/7 after selling their home: 'We're actually saving money while traveling'
By Brian Baker

One influencer made $350,000 promoting cruises to Gen Z — how a younger crowd is transforming the cruise industry
By Daniel Liberto

Andrew Lutfy swept floors as a teenager — now, he’s worth $5.3 billion. This one deal he made changed everything
By Em Norton

My wedding is in six months. I need a prenup to protect my company. How do I explain that it’s not a trust issue?
By Vawn Himmelsbach

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