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Hidden Fees You’re Paying Every Month Without Realizing It

Most Americans pay more monthly fees than they realize. Many of these charges blend into routines and statements so that you don't even think about them—but they are causing serious damage to Americans' savings. These are the worst offenders and why.
December 19, 2025 Carl Wyndham

I bought a house with a shared fence. My neighbor doesn't take care of his side and now he wants me to pay for his upgrades. What are my options?

Buying a house with a shared fence might seem simple—it's just a fence what could go wrong? Well, it's all fun and games until your neighbor neglects their side and suddenly wants you to pay for upgrades.
December 19, 2025 Jesse Singer
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I refinanced my student loans to save money. Now the new lender doubled my rate. Can they legally do that?

Refinancing often starts with optimism. A lower monthly payment seems within reach, along with a clearer payoff timeline and the sense that you’re finally doing something that supports long-term stability. That’s why the shock lands so hard when a new lender suddenly pushes the interest rate far above what was originally promised. The shift feels like a breach of trust, as if the whole point of refinancing has been upended. And once the confusion settles, a tougher question emerges: can a lender legally hike the rate after offering a lower one, or did the fine print quietly allow it all along?
December 19, 2025 Miles Brucker

We were promised that plastic waste would be recycled into new products, but most of America’s plastic ends up burned, buried, or shipped overseas.

Consumers were told that recycling programs would save the planet. But the reality is that plastic recycling isn't economically viable, and the system was built more on marketing slogans than economic reality.
December 19, 2025 J.D. Blackwell
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Wellness Tips That Save You Money in the Long Run

Discover the dual benefits of wellness: boosting your health and saving money. This article dives deep into practical wellness tips that not only promote a healthier lifestyle but also lead to substantial financial savings in the long run. Learn how small health investments today can prevent hefty medical bills tomorrow.
September 13, 2023 Sammy Tran
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How To Pick Stocks, According To Warren Buffett

When seeking advice on how to pick stocks, who better to get advice from than Warren Buffett? Here are his surprising tips for stock investments.
July 1, 2023 Eul Basa

You'll Wish You'd Kept Granny's Vintage Handset: It's Worth Thousands Now

Discover the surprising value of retro telephones in today’s collector market. From rotary classics to rare designer models, find out why Granny’s vintage handset might now be worth thousands—and which old phones are fetching the biggest bids.
November 13, 2025 Jack Hawkins

Red Lobster is coming back strong with a new CEO in charge, after private equity owners drove the restaurant chain into bankruptcy.

Red Lobster was the epitome of American family dining, but had to file for bankruptcy last year. We retrace how the restaurant chain came unglued, and what happens next.
December 18, 2025 Alex Summers
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How This 25-Year-Old Makes $7,000 A Month From Her Side Hustle

Emily Jump, a 25-year-old marketing coordinator from Ohio, Columbus, hit a gold mine with her side hustle during the pandemic.
July 8, 2023 Eul Basa
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Wellness Tips That Save You Money in the Long Run

Discover the dual benefits of wellness: boosting your health and saving money. This article dives deep into practical wellness tips that not only promote a healthier lifestyle but also lead to substantial financial savings in the long run. Learn how small health investments today can prevent hefty medical bills tomorrow.
September 13, 2023 Sammy Tran
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5 Free Online Education Platforms

Learning is a lifelong endeavor. If you're looking to hone your skills or acquire new ones, check out these free online education platforms.
March 6, 2023 Eul Basa

We just moved into our new house but the previous owners put in a deck that violates city code. The city set a court date for next month. Now what?

You just moved into your house, but now the city is saying the deck put in by the previous owners is in violation of building codes. We look at what to do and what not to do
December 19, 2025 Penelope Singh
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The Most Bizarre Things That Sold High At Auctions

Whether it’s pure nostalgia, obsession, or just plain curiosity, these bizarre items prove that, at the right auction, anything can become a treasure.
March 31, 2025 Binet

My step-dad said his vintage Harley would be mine when he passed. Now that he’s gone, his son is claiming the bike. With no will, what can I do?

When a loved one passes away without a will, settling their estate can quickly become a nightmare. If you were promised something but never got it in writing, you might find yourself in a difficult position when you try to claim it as yours.
May 21, 2025 Miles Brucker

I’m the only woman in an office full of men who constantly make “jokes” about my appearance. I thought we were beyond this in 2025. What should I do?

You walk into work, and before you’ve even logged in, someone comments on your outfit. Another chimes in with a “joke” about your body. Everyone laughs, except you. It’s 2025—shouldn’t we be past this? Spoiler: we’re not.
September 11, 2025 Jesse Singer

We just moved into our new house but the previous owners put in a deck that violates city code. The city set a court date for next month. Now what?

You just moved into your house, but now the city is saying the deck put in by the previous owners is in violation of building codes. We look at what to do and what not to do
December 19, 2025 Penelope Singh

We were promised that plastic waste would be recycled into new products, but most of America’s plastic ends up burned, buried, or shipped overseas.

Consumers were told that recycling programs would save the planet. But the reality is that plastic recycling isn't economically viable, and the system was built more on marketing slogans than economic reality.
December 19, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

A woman bought a “fake” diamond ring at a flea market in the 80s—30 years later she learned it was worth more than 50,000 times what she paid.

In the late 1980s, a woman browsing a London flea market picked up what she thought was just a fun, costume-style ring. She paid $15 for it, and wore it constantly for nearly 30 years—never imagining the truth (and the unimaginable value) glittering right under her nose.
December 16, 2025 Jesse Singer
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How This 25-Year-Old Makes $7,000 A Month From Her Side Hustle

Emily Jump, a 25-year-old marketing coordinator from Ohio, Columbus, hit a gold mine with her side hustle during the pandemic.
July 8, 2023 Eul Basa

I’m the only woman in an office full of men who constantly make “jokes” about my appearance. I thought we were beyond this in 2025. What should I do?

You walk into work, and before you’ve even logged in, someone comments on your outfit. Another chimes in with a “joke” about your body. Everyone laughs, except you. It’s 2025—shouldn’t we be past this? Spoiler: we’re not.
September 11, 2025 Jesse Singer
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5 Free Online Education Platforms

Learning is a lifelong endeavor. If you're looking to hone your skills or acquire new ones, check out these free online education platforms.
March 6, 2023 Eul Basa

I signed up for a 0% credit card to pay off student loans, but the lender counted it as a cash advance and charged huge fees. Can they do this?

You opened a new credit card offering 0% interest, but the credit card company counted your student loan payment as a cash advance, with fees and interest. Can they really do this?
December 15, 2025 Sasha Wren
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My boss bought a lie detector and hooks us up during meetings “for transparency.” Is that legal?

This guide breaks down what the law actually says about lie detector tests in the workplace, how to tell if your rights are being violated, and what you can do next if things at work have taken a strange turn.
December 12, 2025 Allison Robertson

The interviewer asked how I handle criticism, and I said, “pretty badly.” I wanted to show my sense of humor, but nobody laughed. Can I recover?

Your interview went great except when you made an attempt at humor at the wrong time. We look at ways to salvage the situation and what to do next time.
December 12, 2025 Alex Summers