Jane O'Shea articles

Building Wealth From Scratch: A Step-By-Step Guide For Rookie Investors

Building wealth as a beginner investor can be overwhelming, but consistency, discipline, and the right mindset will bring big long-term gains.
May 8, 2025 Jane O'Shea

Grandma's Spending A Lot Of Time (And Money) At The Casino. Should I Intervene?

When a loved one is spending too much on gambling, when to intervene isn't just about money, but protecting them from bad habits and being taken advantage of.
May 5, 2025 Jane O'Shea

I'm 67 with $700K in the bank but with a hefty mortgage. Can I finally retire?

I'm 67 and too broke to stop working but my boss is an absolute tyrant and I hate it every day. I have $700K saved and desperately want to retire, but I also have a hefty mortgage. What can I do?
May 1, 2025 Jane O'Shea

If You're In Your Forties, Is It Too Late To Be A First-Time Homebuyer ?

I’m in my mid-forties and still renting. I feel like house prices are overwhelming. At this age, does it still make sense to get into the housing market?
April 28, 2025 Jane O'Shea

Lending Money To Relatives: A Potential Financial Sinkhole

I thought I was making a great gesture of kindness by lending my in-laws money. Now it’s been two years since we last heard from them. Is there a way out of this mess?
April 25, 2025 Jane O'Shea

What To Do When You Have An Adjustable Rate Mortgage And Rates Go Up

After years of renting I was ecstatic about buying our new home, but then we made the disastrous mistake of signing an adjustable-rate mortgage. Then rates went up. What now?
April 23, 2025 Jane O'Shea

“I waste time training new employees who don’t stick around. Should I stop hiring anyone under 30?”

You’ve spent time and money training young employees only to see them leave or underperform, but writing off the younger generation could cost you even more in the long run.
April 16, 2025 Jane O'Shea

How To Maximize Your Savings At Dollar Stores

Whether you're a seasoned dollar store veteran or just pop in once in a while, there's some key things to keep in mind.
April 11, 2025 Jane O'Shea

The Successful Investing Career Of Ryan Reynolds

While most know him as the star of movies like Deadpool, Ryan Reynolds has amassed an even bigger fortune through his great investments.
April 8, 2025 Jane O'Shea