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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

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

Peloton was a $50-billion-dollar company, but when restrictions lifted and gyms reopened, the company went on a steep downward slide.

Peloton rode massive waves investor euphoria and pandemic demand but made some devastating missteps. We retrace the major milestones in Peloton’s roller-coaster story.
December 16, 2025 Marlon Wright

My realtor refuses to show me “For Sale By Owner” listings. Is he just protecting his commission?

You’re searching for the best deal on buying a home but your realtor seems to brush off every inquiry you make about a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) property. If you're wondering why, here's how FSBOs actually work and the options you have when an agent ignores them.
December 16, 2025 Jane O'Shea

An archaeologist wandering the aisles of a thrift store spotted some donated metal items for $20—and realized they dated back to the medieval era.

Thrift stores see odd donations all the time, but staff at a shop in Chilliwack, British Columbia didn’t think much of a small bundle of metal pieces priced at around $20. They looked old, maybe decorative, maybe just miscellaneous hardware. Nothing suggested a major historical mystery—at least not yet.
December 12, 2025 Jesse Singer
lie detector test

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

My mom invested her retirement money into my business. It failed and now she wants me to pay her back. What should I do?

Discover what to do when a parent invests their retirement savings into your business and the venture fails. This practical, compassionate guide offers expert advice on navigating family finances, repairing trust, setting repayment plans, and rebuilding relationships after a business setback. Perfect for entrepreneurs facing tough conversations and emotional financial decisions.
December 11, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My ex-wife owned half our family business, but after our divorce, she now says I'm responsible for 100% of the debt. Is she right?

Discover what happens when an ex-spouse claims you're responsible for 100% of your former family business’s debt. Learn how liability is determined, what signatures really mean, how divorce agreements affect debt, and the steps you can take to protect yourself legally and financially in this engaging, easy-to-understand guide.
December 11, 2025 Jack Hawkins

I applied for a business loan and was approved. I paid for supplies on credit, but the loan money isn't here. Help!

A stressed small business owner anxiously waits for a recently approved loan while a delivery truck arrives with supplies purchased on credit. Learn what to do when loan funds are delayed, how to manage suppliers, and how to stay financially stable during unexpected cash-flow gaps.
December 11, 2025 Jack Hawkins