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‘Dire at best’: A 44-year-old Chicago woman bought a house listed for $1 in Italy — then had to spend $446,000 on renovations to make it a home. What to consider before buying abroad

Financial advisor Meredith Tabbone never anticipated that delving into her family’s Italian background would result in a life-altering choice. In her research on her Sicilian … ‘Dire at best’: A 44-year-old Chicago woman bought a house listed for $1 in Italy — then had to spend $446,000 on renovations to make it a home. What to consider before buying abroadRead more

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US retirees still suffer from lack of savings, inflation, and rising debt — but aging Americans with guaranteed income can breathe easier. Here’s 3 ways to earn steady cash in retirement

I want to make sure you’re considering whether you’ll have sufficient resources to maintain your standard of living when you retire, considering the increasing cost … US retirees still suffer from lack of savings, inflation, and rising debt — but aging Americans with guaranteed income can breathe easier. Here’s 3 ways to earn steady cash in retirementRead more

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Archaeologists Discover 1200-Yr-Old Rare Gold Coins Inside a Broken Jar, Believe It Was Potter’s Personal Stash

Archaeologists Uncover Rare, 1,200-Year-Old Gold Coins in a Cracked Vessel, Suspecting It Held a Famed Potter’s Treasure Similar to traditional Hanukkah gelt, we find that … Archaeologists Discover 1200-Yr-Old Rare Gold Coins Inside a Broken Jar, Believe It Was Potter’s Personal StashRead more