Penelope Singh articles

I put a down payment on a car for my boyfriend, and now he’s ghosted me. Do I have any way to get the car or my money back?

Giving financial help to someone you care about only for them to disappear into thin air is a scenario that happens more often than people realize. The key is figuring out your rights and your options.
June 11, 2025 Penelope Singh

My dad set up an annuity but is asking me to borrow money at the end of every month. What options do we have to set up his finances better?

Annuities are considered to be a reliable income stream for retirement, but if the payout is leaving you short every month, something isn’t working. Whether it’s poor payout timing, rising costs, or bad planning, the good news is: you have options.
June 9, 2025 Penelope Singh

I found $11,000 in cash hidden in my late uncle’s freezer. My cousin says it’s hers. Who does it legally belong to?

Sorting through a deceased loved one’s belongings can be emotional and unpredictable. But if you find a large sum of cash among the deceased's belongings it may be a complicated business sorting out who actually has the right to the money.
May 29, 2025 Penelope Singh

We just bought our dream home and did a $40K reno, but a 200-unit apartment complex is going into the lot behind ours. Should we sell now?

Buying a dream home is one of life’s biggest accomplishments. But when unexpected events happen, whether to stay or cut your losses and sell depends on several key factors.
May 23, 2025 Penelope Singh

My friends just got back from a luxury cruise, but are asking to borrow money. What now?

When a friend has just returned from a luxury cruise and is asking to borrow money, it’s important to take a step back and think carefully before reaching for your wallet.
May 16, 2025 Penelope Singh

When Family Members Take Advantage Of Your Elderly Parents Financially

Few family issues stir up more resentment than money, especially if a relative has convinced your elderly parent to part with a significant chunk of their savings. Here's how you can stop the mooching in its tracks.
May 12, 2025 Penelope Singh

How Do Some People Win The Lottery Multiple Times?

Hearing about people winning the lottery more than once can make anyone wonder if there’s more to it than sheer chance. But what are the odds really?
May 6, 2025 Penelope Singh

Turn $100 A Week Into $100K With The Power Of Consistent Investing

Turning a modest $100 a week into $100,000 might sound like fantasyland, but with time and consistent investing, you can turn the daydream into reality.
May 1, 2025 Penelope Singh

10 Money Habits Of People Who Retire Before 40

Retiring at 40 isn't a pipe dream, and you don't have to be a tech genius, Wall Street bro, or pro athlete to do it. But you have to follow the habits of those who've done it before.
April 15, 2025 Penelope Singh