Quinn Mercer articles

Old Binoculars That Are Now Worth Collecting

Vintage binoculars are now bringing in serious prices among optics and antique enthusiasts. We explore which ones are valuable to collectors and why.
October 7, 2025 Quinn Mercer

I thought debt consolidation would solve all my problems, but the new loan came with hidden fees and higher interest rates I didn’t expect. Now what?

You took a debt consolidation loan offer believing it would simplify your finances, but hidden fees and higher interest rates have left you worse off than before. We look at possible ways to move forward.
September 30, 2025 Quinn Mercer

Retro Soda Bottles Now Worth Thousands

Nostalgia is part of the joy of bottle-collecting, but some vintage soda bottles can also be serious money-makers.
September 29, 2025 Quinn Mercer

My boss used my vacation photos in a presentation to mock “lazy employees.” What are my rights?

So, your boss thought it would be clever to take your personal photos and toss them as an example in a workplace presentation. You’re not wrong to feel unsettled. Let’s break down why this matters, how you can address it, and what your rights may look like in this kind of situation.
September 23, 2025 Quinn Mercer

Antique Mirrors Now Worth Thousands

Turns out mirrors aren’t just for checking your hair or making a room look bigger; they can also be jaw-dropping antiques worth serious cash. If you’ve got one of these antique mirrors lurking in your attic, you might be sitting on a treasure!
September 23, 2025 Quinn Mercer

I bought a fixer-upper and found $80K in hidden repairs. Do I walk or keep sinking money in?

Buying a fixer-upper often comes with the expectation of a lot of en and renovation challenges. But discovering thousands in hidden repairs is a gut punch. Now you’re stuck with a tough choice: do you keep pouring money into a house that keeps surprising you, or cut your losses and sell? Let’s walk through your options step by step.
September 22, 2025 Quinn Mercer

My ex-wife failed to pay her share of our joint credit card debt after the divorce, and creditors are suing me for repayment. Now what?

You assumed your ex-wife would cover her share of your joint credit card debt after the divorce was finished, but if she refuses you still have to pay back the money. You must act quickly to protect your finances and credit.
September 18, 2025 Quinn Mercer

Strategies For Bouncing Back From A Layoff Without Burning Through Your Savings

Your first instinct when you get laid off might be to dip into your savings. But there are some smarter strategies you can use to recover without dipping into your savings
September 16, 2025 Quinn Mercer

Old Cameras That Sell For Big Bucks

Old cameras aren’t just nostalgic relics—they can also be serious money-makers. With the resurgence of film photography and a growing community of collectors, certain vintage pieces are fetching jaw-dropping prices. Here are 20 cameras that regularly sell for big bucks.
August 29, 2025 Quinn Mercer