Desmond Efe-Khaese

1 week ago | moneydigest.com | Desmond Efe-Khaese

If someone promises you bigger Social Security checks, or government-approved investment deals, that sound too good to be true — chances are good they are. Scammers pretending to be from the Social Security Administration often reaching out via emails that can look real, through social media ads, or even via phone calls with seemingly legitimate caller IDs. These scammers can create a sense of panic by threatening that your benefits will be suspended unless you pay them immediately.

1 week ago | moneydigest.com | Desmond Efe-Khaese

Thom's Market, a beloved family-run grocery in Austin, Texas, is shutting its doors after 18 years on April 20th, 2025. Since opening in 2006, the three-store chain has been a go-to for Austin locals, loved for its local produce and artisan products from Barton Springs Mill flours to freshly roasted coffee.

1 week ago | moneydigest.com | Desmond Efe-Khaese

The 1933 Indian Head Gold Eagle, a $10 coin, stands out in U.S. history as one of the last gold coins made before big changes in law. This series, which started in 1907, also included $5 and $2.50 coins, but only the $10 coin is as well regarded. That year, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed an order that made private gold ownership illegal, aiming to help the economy during the tough times of the Great Depression.

1 week ago | moneydigest.com | Desmond Efe-Khaese

Bankruptcy is one the biggest challenges any restaurant can face, as family-friendly TGI Fridays and beloved seafood chain Red Lobster can attest. Another massive challenge? A recall. Recalls happen when a company has to remove a product from the market due to issues like contamination, incorrect labeling, or even general safety concerns. These can happen because of slip-ups in quality control, unexpected trouble with packaging, or even issues with materials from suppliers.

1 week ago | moneydigest.com | Desmond Efe-Khaese

Many people think Costco checks receipts at the door to catch shoplifters, but that's not the whole story. In reality, this policy also makes sure you're charged correctly, which Costco emphasizes on its website. When you're leaving the store or warehouse, the staff at the doors take a quick look at your receipt to make sure everything adds up.