Flipboard 2025 Finance Tips

Can you deduct clarinet lessons if your child’s orthodontist prescribed them for an overbite? Here’s what the IRS really says about medical expense deductions, quirky treatments, and how to stay out of audit trouble.

Old game consoles used to be stashed away in closets or sold at yard sales for a few bucks. But today? Some of them are collector goldmines.

You didn’t get hacked. You didn’t have your card stolen. You sent the money yourself, because someone convinced you to. Now the bank says the charge was authorized, so there’s nothing they can do. Unfortunately, this is one of the hardest types of fraud to reverse, but “hard” doesn’t mean “impossible”.

I broke up with my boyfriend. I want out. But both our names are on the lease. My landlord won’t remove me—and now I can’t get approved elsewhere because I’m “already on a lease.” Am I financially trapped? Here’s what’s actually happening—and what you can realistically do.

There’s no soft way to say it—$700 on a $3,000 monthly income is heavy. That’s nearly a quarter of your gross pay, and if that $3K is before taxes, the slice of take-home pay is even bigger. Once you factor in insurance, gas, and maintenance, your car could easily be absorbing 30–35% of what actually hits your bank account each month.

You want to keep your childhood home, but your parents have passed on with no will and credit card debt debt hanging over the estate. We explore your possible options.

My landlord installed a “new” heating system—but the manufacturer doesn’t exist. Learn your tenant rights, how to check permits and safety certifications, and what steps to take if your heating system seems suspicious or unsafe.

Take a nostalgic trip through the brands that defined the Baby Boomer generation—from iconic department stores to beloved snack foods and classic tech gadgets. Discover 25 unforgettable brands Boomers wish they could bring back.

Banks notice patterns. Someone deposits cash strategically to stay under certain thresholds. The person thinks they're being smart about paperwork, but they are actually committing a felony under federal banking law without realizing it.

There’s a special kind of stomach drop that happens when you realize you didn’t just splurge on a fancy dinner—you signed up for years of payments. Trading in a paid-off car can feel responsible in the moment. The dealer makes it easy. The new ride smells amazing. The monthly payment doesn’t seem that bad. And then reality shows up with a bill.

Should you skip a home inspection to win a bidding war? Learn the real risks, costs, and smarter alternatives before waiving your inspection contingency.

Do you have to disclose minor water damage when selling a home? Learn how real estate disclosure laws work and how hiding issues could lead to lawsuits.