Reasons why purchasing an Airbnb may be risky

James, 40, called into The Ramsey Show from Providence, Rhode Island, for real estate advice. James makes $100,000 a year in ...

New legislation allows thousands of people in this state to slash their property tax bill by 65%. Are you among the group that will save on taxes?

While tax exemptions won’t solve the housing affordability crisis on their own, they can provide breathing room for those who ...

Morningstar says these 4 ‘good enough’ money moves can deliver wealth-building results like the rich — fast. Will they work for you in 2026?

For example, if you’re a gig worker, reverse budgeting may be challenging since you don’t have a steady income or regular ...

Your bank may be quietly pushing you deeper into debt and millions of credit card users have no idea how or why it’s happening

A higher credit limit doesn’t just offer flexibility. It can also fuel lifestyle creep, where higher spending slowly becomes ...

Mortgage rewards credit cards are disappearing and their benefits are going with them. Are there other ways to earn rewards for paying off your home?

Apply rewards toward housing costs indirectly: Cash back on credit-card payments can still help offset escrow payments, ...

Experts believe Washington 'must break its promise on Social Security' to protect it from 'imminent insolvency.' Is the situation really that dire?

Decades of delayed action have only exacerbated the shortfall. Bloomberg’s editorial board argues that Washington must “break ...

You’re finally debt-free, but a quiet financial trap may be lurking, and it often strikes when your net worth turns positive for many

The wealth effect refers to the tendency to spend more when assets like stocks, retirement accounts and real estate rise in ...

True-crime TV producer added to FBI Most Wanted list after alleged $30M bank fraud scheme as a wealthy heiress who fooled California lenders

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, 73-year-old Mary Carole McDonnell has been added to its most wanted list ...

The skyrocketing price of gold means your homeowners insurance may not cover the value of your precious metals. Are your investments safe in 2026?

The climbing price of gold means that jewelry made of gold, gold coins or bars (or even other precious metals) has also ...

Nearly 70% of US homebuyers make this major mortgage mistake, and it could be costing them thousands in savings. Here's what you need to know

One expert described this home-buying mistake as "one of the most overlooked opportunities for consumers to improve their ...

What happens when young Americans give up on owning a home? The way they live, work and invest may reshape the economy

Researchers outline potential behavioral changes. But giving up on homeownership doesn’t mean giving up on wealth.

Florida widow wins $1.1M sheriff’s office lawsuit but may wait years for payout. Here’s what’s changing to help others collect on government claims

But the courtroom victory reminded Martin of a harsh reality. Florida law sharply limits how much government agencies can pay ...