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How To Pick Stocks, According To Warren Buffett

When seeking advice on how to pick stocks, who better to get advice from than Warren Buffett? Here are his surprising tips for stock investments.
July 1, 2023 Eul Basa

I loaned my older brother $12,000 to start his “dream” business. He blew it and ghosted me. Do I have any hope of getting it back?

It started with good intentions. You had savings, he had a dream—and a business plan that sounded solid over Sunday dinner. So, you loaned your brother $12,000 to help him get started. Months later, the business tanked, calls went unanswered, and family gatherings turned awkward. Now you’re left wondering: can you actually get that money back, or did it vanish with the sibling bond? Let’s break it down to see if you can legally get your money back.
October 27, 2025 Jane O'Shea

As Dad’s executor, I let my brother have his inheritance before probate. He wired it all to a woman he met online and the estate owes taxes. Now what?

If you are the executor and distributed funds to heirs before the estate cleared probate, you may be facing serious consequences. We look at ways to recover the situation.
October 10, 2025 Sammy Tran

I maxed out my credit card on Black Friday. All returns were store credit. Can I survive this?

Picture this: Black Friday deals popping up on every screen, your adrenaline pumping, and suddenly your credit card has gone from “loyal companion” to “overworked hostage.” To make matters worse, when you tried to undo the damage, the stores kindly handed you store credit instead of refunds. Yikes. The good news? This isn’t the end of your financial story. With the right steps, you can survive—and even come out financially wiser. Let’s dig in.
September 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins

I built $7K in credit card debt while I was on disability for a broken leg. I’m back at work with reduced hours and can’t make payments. Now what?

You were off work for several months due to an injury, but because your disability payments didn’t cover all your expenses, you ended up going into debt. Let’s look at what options you have to get yourself out of the hole you're in.
September 4, 2025 Miles Rook

I used a 0% credit card promotion to clear my debt, but the inquiry and new account tanked my credit score before I applied for a mortgage. Now what?

You transferred debt to a credit card with a zero percent promotional rate, but when you applied for a mortgage, your credit score had suddeny taken a hit and is now interfering with your home-buying plans. Clearly this situation needs a closer look.
August 27, 2025 Alex Summers
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How To Find Cheap Dental Implants

A perfect smile doesn't have to be expensive. Find out how to get affordable dental implants near you with these simple tips.
January 31, 2023 Eul Basa
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The 5 Best Credit Cards For 2020

If you're looking to expand your buying power, you need to check out the best credit cards of 2020. You won't believe some of these extras!
January 7, 2021 Eul Basa
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Autographed Memorabilia Worth Thousands

Autographs are signed to connect with fans or promote important work. But it’s funny how a quick signature can end up behind glass, being worth thousands in only a few decades.
July 30, 2025 Peter Kinney

20 Vintage Board Games That Sell For Serious Cash

Whether it’s the quirky artwork, out-of-print components, or just that sweet wave of childhood memories, these games can sell for hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars today.
July 21, 2025 Jesse Singer

My roommate used my credit card "for emergencies." Now I’m $3,700 in debt and too scared to confront her. What should I do?

Imagine the trust it would take to give someone your credit card, only for them to rack up $3,700 in credit card debt, then refuse to pay it off. It could affect your entire financial future, and it needs to be remedied. Let's explore your options if you trusted your roommate with your credit card and they burned you like this.
July 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins

Popular Grocery Items That Have Gotten So Overpriced People Stopped Buying Them

The grocery list didn’t change overnight. A skipped item here, a second thought there—and suddenly, the usuals don’t feel so automatic. That quiet pullback? It’s more common than most people realize.
July 11, 2025 Peter Kinney