Are services the new software? This Sequoia partner thinks so Sequoia partner Julien Bek penned a viral essay arguing there's a gold mine in AI-native service firms Fortune · Apr 21
Life Insurance Policies Can Lose Value Due to Rising Internal Costs A life insurance policy often feels like a rock-solid financial safety net, quietly working in the background while everything else in life changes. But beneath that steady surface, some policies carry moving parts that can quietly chip away at their value over time. Rising internal costs—often buried in fine print—can… The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 21
Search to shore up fuel security strikes 'liquid gold' A renewable diesel project has been unveiled as a state government shores up fuel security after butting heads with the commonwealth over a proposed oil field. AAP · Apr 21
I Bought My Home—Then Learned the Previous Owner Skipped Property Taxes. Am I on the Hook? A home purchase should feel like a clean slate, not a financial ambush. Yet buried issues sometimes surface after closing, and unpaid property taxes rank among the most stressful surprises. Unlike a leaky faucet or worn-out roof, tax problems can follow the property itself rather than the person who caused… Everybody Loves Your Money · Apr 21
The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges a surprise winner Cleveland is becoming one of the more desirable markets for homebuyers. Fortune · Apr 21
'Cuts, cuts, cuts': NDIS costs slashed in crack down Tens of thousands of disabled Australians could lose access to support as the government tries to pare back the soaring cost of the NDIS. AAP · Apr 21
More than 35,000 households helped by flood insurance directory since launch The flood insurance directory was launched in February 2022 to help households in flood-prone areas to access suitable insurance. Evening Standard · Apr 21
13 States With No Retirement Tax Ranked by How Much You Need to 'Retire Comfortably' A $0 state income tax bill doesn’t always mean a cheaper retirement. See which states stretch your dollar further. Kiplinger · Apr 21
Warren Buffett, 95, Remains Active Investor After Berkshire Handover as Successor Navigates Record Cash Pile Warren Buffett, the legendary investor who built Berkshire Hathaway Inc. into a trillion-dollar powerhouse over six decades, continues to wield influence at the conglomerate even after stepping down as CEO at the end of 2025. International Business Times · Apr 21
PGA Tour Ends Long-Standing Tradition As Hawaii Events Axed From Schedule The PGA Tour has confirmed it won't be returning to Hawaii in the future, as The Sentry and Sony Open have been chopped from the schedule, with the latter possibly moving to the senior circuit Golf Monthly · Apr 21
When to Contact a Car Accident Attorney After a Collision The chaos that comes after car accidents can leave most people shaken and unsure of what to do next inkl · Apr 21
7 Questions to Ask Before Buying Life Insurance Online Buying life insurance online sounds simple enough—at least at first. A few clicks, a few quotes, and it feels like it should be easy to sort out. inkl · Apr 21
Morning Mail: Vance prepares for peace talks, gangs ‘rorting’ NDIS, how many bins is too many? US vice-president is flying to Pakistan but Tehran’s involvement still in doubt; MPs told criminals are using disability insurance scheme to make money The Guardian - AU · Apr 20
The Coalition wants NDIS reform to focus on 3 things. Here’s what this would mean for users – and the budget The government is expected to announce further changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) this week, focused on containing the rising number of participants and the growth in costs, and cracking down on fraudulent activities. The Conversation · Apr 20
We Got This Covered · Apr 20 Austin woman’s car got hit by a drunk driver overnight, but the footage told a very different story about who’s at fault Not as clear-cut as it seemed.
Budget and the Bees · Apr 20 Why More Women Are Struggling to Afford Basic Health Needs (Even With Insurance) For many women today, having health insurance no longer guarantees affordable care. Rising premiums, high deductibles, and out-of-pocket costs are creating financial strain that often goes unnoticed. Even routine needs like prescriptions, preventive visits, and mental health support are becoming harder to manage. In conversations with working mothers, freelancers, and…
AAP · Apr 20 Warning after extreme weather's financial toll revealed The eye-watering cost of extreme weather for 2025 has been revealed, sparking a warning the financial toll may only get worse.
Everybody Loves Your Money · Apr 20 The ‘John Doe’ Financial Freeze: Why Your Power of Attorney May Not Work at Hospital Checkout This Week A growing number of families are discovering a frustrating reality at the worst possible moment: the paperwork they thought would protect them financially suddenly hits a wall. It happens fast—someone is admitted to the hospital, a bill needs to be paid, and the person holding a Power of Attorney is…
Everybody Loves Your Money · Apr 20 Home Insurance Denials Are Surging — 6 Reasons Claims Get Rejected There’s a quiet shift happening in the insurance world, and it’s hitting homeowners right where it hurts—their wallets. Claims that once seemed routine are now facing closer scrutiny, longer processing times, and, increasingly, outright rejection. With extreme weather events on the rise and insurers tightening their policies, the odds of…
The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 20 6 Insurance Changes That Can Increase Costs in Retirement Retirement should feel like a reward, not a financial puzzle filled with surprise expenses. Yet insurance costs often shift in ways that catch people off guard right when they expect stability the most. Small changes in coverage, timing, or provider choices can quietly drain a fixed income over time.
Everybody Loves Your Money · Apr 20 8 Things Your Homeowner’s Insurance Won’t Pay For Homeowner’s insurance feels like a safety net—until you actually need it and discover the holes. Many policies look comprehensive on paper, but they quietly exclude some of the most expensive and frustrating problems homeowners face. That gap between expectation and reality can cost thousands if you don’t understand it upfront.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 20 While Rick waited for his insurance payout, mushrooms sprouted in his flooded Victorian home. He’s not alone Exclusive: Insurance complaints are at record levels as Australian industry struggles with delays on ‘everyday’ claims
We Got This Covered · Apr 20 Three people in California arrested for dressing up as bears to commit insurance fraud This is the kind of idea someone comes up with in high school.
Bored Panda · Apr 20 69 Of The Most Expensive Fails That Hurt So Bad To Look At, You May Physically Feel It (New Pics) Mistakes are a part of life. It’s how we learn and grow as individuals, and for the most part, we can eventually brush them off and move on. However, some mistakes are so costly that simply charging them to experience can be painful. Here are some examples, as featured on…
Evening Standard · Apr 20 Pensioner convicted in fast-track court after one-letter typo on insurance forms The pensioner realised the error after she received a letter from the DVLA.