Personal Finance
Billionaire Ray Dalio’s Advice for Protecting Your Retirement Savings From a Possible Debt Crisis
Total federal debt crossed $40 trillion in mid-August, and Ray Dalio thinks the United States could face a debt crisis within one to five years. The Bridgewater Associates founder also told investors what he would hold before it arrives. What Bessent’s buyback signals to Dalio U.S. Treasury…
The Golden Window To Spend Time With Your Kids Is Smaller Than You Think
I wrote this post because I needed a kick in the pants. I was finishing my fifth straight day of seven to nine hours of childcare, plus three posts and a newsletter. My wife and I were both sick, but she had it worse, so stepping up wasn’t optional. What follows is mostly me talking myself
Shopping Malls Are Charging for Prime Parking. It’s Not Going Well
Scoring a great parking spot used to take luck or determination. Now it takes a credit card. Shopping malls across the country are roping off parking spaces closest to main entrances and food courts to make a few extra bucks. “Since when do you have to pay to park at the Willowbrook Mall?” asked one
Americans Spend Money to Find Joy. Then Comes the Guilt
Even as credit card debt and concerns about the cost of living mount, Americans are still spending on things that bring them joy. They’ve just got a bit of guilt while doing so. While 6% feel they are overspending on things that make them happy, 72% say they feel guilty when those purchases compete…
Living Paycheck to Paycheck Is Hard Enough for 63% of Americans. For 44% of Them, It’s Even Harder
Bills and paydays don’t always line up. That gap can mean late fees, interest and overdraft charges you didn’t need to pay. A July 2026 survey found that 63% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, and 44% of that group paid a late fee, interest charge or overdraft fee in the past six months.
Hertz Includes a 100K-Mile Warranty on Certified Used Cars. What to Know
Hertz is planning to offer a new three-year, 100,000-mile warranty to people who buy certified used cars from its former rental lots. Hertz said in an Aug. 25 announcement that it will offer an “industry-leading protection” that includes “a 3-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty on…
These Midsize Cars Have the Most Legroom for 2026
Sedans can be more affordable than larger SUV models, offering new car buying opportunities for drivers with tight budgets. Some popular midsize sedans are large enough to accommodate small families and car seats. One of the most important dimensions to consider when looking for a new midsize sedan…
8 Genius Moves to Make When the Price of Everything Is Going Up
You check your grocery receipt, and the total is relentless. Gas prices fluctuate, utility bills are creeping higher, and the cost of everyday essentials has stretched the average family’s budget to the breaking point. Meanwhile, wages just aren’t keeping up with the rising cost of living. The…
‘Pitting Farmer’ Against ‘Consumer,’ GA Cattleman Says of Beef Imports
Across all of Georgia’s 159 counties, nearly 1 million head of cattle are raised in the Peach State. Beef and dairy make up the second largest commodity in the state, accounting for more than $981 million in economic impact in Georgia. More than 15,000 cattle producers are working here, according…
Piggly Wiggly Closures Reported in Multiple States: See Where
Corrections: This story was updated to clarify ownership and operations of Piggly Wiggly stores. New Hampshire-based grocery store chain Piggly Wiggly is closing locations, according to online listings and news reports. There are over 500 locations across at least 17 states, according to the Piggly…