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My electric bill tripled in my one-bedroom apartment even though I haven't been doing anything different. What can I do?

What to do if you receive a huge increase in your utility charges with no noticeable change in your usage habits.
February 5, 2026 Sasha Wren

I heard that banks prefer customers to miss payments—are they profiting when I struggle financially?

Every time you miss or make a late loan payment, the bank makes more money.
February 4, 2026 Quinn Mercer
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The Simple Income Tax Loophole Every Baby Boomer Must Know About—And How It Could Save You Thousands Of Dollars

There’s a strange gap in the tax code that many Baby Boomers accidentally qualify for—but almost no one talks about it. Use it correctly, and retirement income can be taxed far less than expected. Miss it, and you may never realize how much money you left on the table. The rule isn’t secret. It’s just easy to overlook.
February 2, 2026 Jesse Singer
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My husband insists we downgrade from our Tesla to a hybrid to “save money”. Are we being too frugal?

Smooth white paint, flush door handles, a charging cable coiled like a sleeping snake. A Tesla still carries a certain hum of modern confidence, even while parked. But honestly, rising insurance bills and the steady drip of subscription charges have a way of dulling that shine. Downgrading no longer signals failure; it signals discipline. The question lingers in the air like the smell of warm asphalt after a summer drive: is this a smart financial pivot or penny-pinching that misses the bigger picture? The answer sits at the intersection of math, lifestyle, and long-term value, and it deserves a closer look.
February 3, 2026 Marlon Wright

My boyfriend wants me to move in with him, but he doesn’t realize we could both lose our food stamps if we live together. What can I do?

When a couple move in together, it can change each person's eligibility for state benefits.
February 2, 2026 Marlon Wright

My ex left her high-paying job to go freelance. Now she has no job or health insurance, and wants me to double my child support payments. What now?

If your former spouse leaves a high-paying career of their own free will, how much extra are you obligated to pay in child support?
January 28, 2026 Sasha Wren
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Are Canadians Saving More Than Americans? Latest Studies Reveal A Surprising Gap

Curious how your savings stack up? This article compares average savings in the U.S. and Canada, revealing surprising gaps, reasons behind them, and shocking stats about American savings.
January 28, 2026 Allison Robertson

My home inspector offered to install a metal roof for 50% off through his roofing company. The current shingle roof looks fine to me. Do I need this?

Home inspectors are usually prohibited from soliciting work on a home that they've inspected. We also look at the pros and cons of putting in a metal roof.
January 27, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

My gym’s new owners billed my credit card at double the previous rate. They never sent me a new contract and won’t refund me. What can I do?

An ownership change doesn't entitle new owners to raise rates on your subscription without presenting a new contract or notice.
January 26, 2026 Jane O'Shea

I want to move into our family’s rental unit. But the current tenants say we need “just cause” to remove them when the lease is over. What now?

It makes sense to move into an apartment that you own if you want to save money, but you have to settle matters properly with the current tenants.
January 23, 2026 Penelope Singh

I prepaid my membership at a yoga studio that was set to open last week. Now the place is empty with no forwarding info. Can I get my money back?

If you've prepaid a membership to a fitness club and the place shuts down with no notice, it may be a challenge getting your money refunded.
January 23, 2026 Alex Summers
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My roommate sublet my room while I was on vacation, didn't tell me, and refuses to give me any of the money. Can I evict her?

Coming home from vacation should smell like stale luggage and sunscreen, not betrayal. Yet many renters return to find unfamiliar sheets on their bed, a stranger’s coffee mug in the sink, and a sickening realization: the room was rented out without permission.
January 23, 2026 Marlon Wright