My friend, 61, signed a $20K contract for dental implants. She can’t afford it. Can she fight it?

“After her room and board is paid at the assisted-living home, she has $9,000 left for the year.”
We’re in our 70s and have $1.4 million. We pay $1,750 in rent. Will we run out of money in retirement?

“Our adjusted gross income was $160,000 last year. We both also have fairly good health insurance..”
Why investors should brace for ‘extreme sensitivity’ in the stock market around this week’s jobs data

Investors will be watching how labor-market data influences the Fed’s rate-cutting path.
‘Taylor Swift Tax’ on high-end vacation homes spreads to more states

Taylor Swift attends the 67th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Frazer Harrison | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty Images A version of this article appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. […]
‘I’m asking for a friend’: Will the IRS write off $60,000 lost in a romance phishing scam?

“The bank did try to stop them from executing the transfers.”
This healthcare benefit provides a triple tax advantage — but many employees don’t use it

Health Savings Accounts combine federal tax-deductible contributions with tax-free growth and tax-free medical withdrawals.
Student housing CEO says luxury is losing its appeal

Annex, a Scion community in Oxford, Ohio, that serves students of Miami University. Courtesy of Scion A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional […]
I just spent $4,400 as the best man at a wedding. It’s not just bridesmaids who pay a fortune.

Guilt over how good a friend I am is colliding with the financial reality that this wedding will cost me thousands of dollars.
Amtrak is debuting its NextGen Acela. Here’s what you need to know

Amtrak’s NextGen Acela. Courtesy: Amtrak Amtrak rolled out its NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, marking the next phase for the U.S.’s attempt at high-speed rail. Dubbing itself as “America’s only high-speed rail service,” the new trains will run between Washington, D.C., and Boston, with a top speed of 160 mph. It’s an extension of Amtrak’s […]
‘Everyone was grieving’: Did my wife’s brothers cheat her out of her inheritance? There’s a condo and $550K at stake.

“When my wife’s mom passed away, the eldest brother took on the role as executor.”



