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Hidden Fees You’re Paying Every Month Without Realizing It

Most Americans pay more monthly fees than they realize. Many of these charges blend into routines and statements so that you don't even think about them—but they are causing serious damage to Americans' savings. These are the worst offenders and why.
December 19, 2025 Carl Wyndham

My 21-year-old nephew is executor of my brother’s estate. It’s obvious he has no clue what he’s doing and probate is at a standstill. What can I do?

Your nephew is the executor of your late brother’s estate, but the job is overwhelming him and probate has ground to a halt. We look at options to salvage the situation.
December 22, 2025 Quinn Mercer

I want us to use my husband’s Christmas bonus to pay off our credit card debt, but he’s insisting we splurge and “treat ourselves” instead. Now what?

Your husband’s Christmas bonus just came in, but instead of paying off debt, he wants to splurge on luxuries over the holidays. We look at ways to put the money to better use.
December 22, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

Red Lobster is coming back strong with a new CEO in charge, after private equity owners drove the restaurant chain into bankruptcy.

Red Lobster was the epitome of American family dining, but had to file for bankruptcy last year. We retrace how the restaurant chain came unglued, and what happens next.
December 18, 2025 Alex Summers

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

My boss keeps talking about apocalypse prepping and says he’s building a bunker. Should I be worried—or just leave?

A humorous yet insightful guide for workers dealing with a doomsday-obsessed boss. Learn how to spot red flags, set boundaries, navigate HR, protect your mental health, and decide whether it’s time to leave a workplace where apocalypse prepping has gone too far.
December 22, 2025 Jack Hawkins

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
Inheritance

I'm 58 and just inherited $200K. Should I put it toward retirement or pay off my mortgage?

Not sure whether to invest your $200K inheritance or pay off your mortgage? This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and key questions to help you make the smartest move for your retirement and financial peace of mind.
December 12, 2025 Allison Robertson

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