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Managing Money 4m ago

Her parents gave her a credit card at 16 to build credit. She found $40K in debt on it 6 years later

Authorized users on credit cards follow different rules than the primary account holders.

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Managing Money 15m ago

44% of homeowners say renting is easier — but for retirees on fixed income, the math isn't that simple

Renting in retirement isn't giving up — for many downsizing homeowners, it can mean more liquidity, fewer surprises and a housing cost that actually fits a fixed income.

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News 56m ago

Elon Musk's $1 trillion fortune is so vast that Jeff Bezos is now closer in wealth to the average American

SpaceX founder Elon Musk just became the first person in history to surpass a net worth of $1 trillion, putting him in a wealth category of his own.

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News 1h ago

A Chicago woman stopped to hear a stranger's story outside Target — then $5,000 vanished from her account

Ghost tapping is a digital version of pickpocketing, where scammers exploit contactless payment technology in your tap-enabled card or phone. Here’s how to protect yourself.

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Real Estate 2h ago

Zillow valued her home at $1.5M, but neighbors sell for $800K or less — agents say just ignore it

If your Zestimate is off, it can sometimes hurt your ability to sell your home. Here's what you need to know about Zillow's estimates.

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News 2h ago

Texas couple allegedly stole $2.5 million telling victims to send gold coins to 'cleanse' a curse

The fraudsters allegedly targeted vulnerable people struggling with “divorce, death of a loved one or feelings of isolation.”

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Managing Money 3h ago

Average used car requires $120K in income to afford, according to the 20-4-10 rule — advisors call it a 'wealth killer'

An affordability rule that was meant for ordinary car buyers now assumes an income most Americans don’t have.

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Managing Money 3h ago

Expecting a big inheritance but considering divorce? Lawyers say one wrong move could cost you everything

If you're worried about losing your inheritance to a potential divorce, there are ways to protect yourself and keep the money safe. But your options vary depending on your location.

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News 4h ago

‘A fool and his money are soon parted’: Barron Trump-backed beverage company is charging $39 for a 12-pack

The release of yerba mate drink SOLLOS was tinged with controversy over the cost of the beverage, and its link to President Donald Trump’s youngest son.

Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey onstage in Oklahoma City

Investing 4h ago

Dave Ramsey says most millionaires just copied the guy in the next cubicle — not debating the perfect portfolio

The personal finance personality shared his thoughts on what he sees as one of the biggest mistakes would-be investors make.

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Life 5h ago

31% of Americans practice 'sleep divorce' — now wealthy homeowners are spending big on 'snore rooms'

Couples are increasingly resorting to "sleep divorce" to actually save their marriage.

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News 5h ago

Forget Wall Street bonus season — tech IPOs like SpaceX are the new barometer for when the ultra-rich buy homes

Agents are preparing for a luxury real estate heyday as IPOs create thousands of new millionaires and billionaires

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News 5h ago

17,000 coffee makers sold by Amazon and Walmart are being recalled after dozens of reported burn injuries

There are over 100 reports of hot liquid or steam being released unexpectedly from Kidisle-branded hot and iced coffee machines.

Suze Orman says common social media advice could devastate your Social Security earnings.

News 6h ago

'Please listen up': Suze Orman says popular Social Security advice is pushing you to make a mistake 'you can never undo'

“Claim Social Security at 62” may be trending online, but Suze Orman isn’t a fan. Learn why Orman is begging you to wait longer before claiming your federal benefits.

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News 7h ago

Energy CEO says data centers 'want to be good neighbors' — and shares he has a plan that could save customers $7 billion

Power prices have surged across the U.S. as utilities spend heavily on grid upgrades and AI-fueled demand grows.

A worker who lost everything wearing a clown wig and nose at the office.

Investing 7h ago

I invested $100,000 into my company's stock — then watched it plummet 90%. Now I can't even summon the energy to work

Investing in your company stock is especially risky because if things go south, you could lose your job and investment.

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Life 20h ago

Influencer Jesús Morales flew to Chicago to tearfully surprise his dad with World Cup tickets

Jess Morales, known on social media as “Juixxe,” has amassed 3 million followers who regularly raise funds for street vendors and immigrant laborers.

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Managing Money 22h ago

Fidelity, Vanguard and BlackRock are all adding annuities to 401(k) plans — betting retirees want pension-like income

The pension may be dying, but investment firms are reviving the idea with 401(k)s that include annuities.

As SpaceX launches, this is what Vanguard’s CIO wants investors to know.

News 23h ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO has investors sweating about 401(k)s — but Vanguard's CIO says the panic gets one thing wrong

As warnings spread that SpaceX will be force-fed into the index funds millions hold for retirement, Vanguard's investment chief realigns expectations.