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1 day ago | moneywise.com | Sarah Li-Cain

What was the landlord’s reaction? “They were supposed to be out of here by the end of this month,” Moon told reporters. He also expressed shock and said he feels dumbfounded after learning what his former tenants did on the property. Moon said that the contract on the lease specified that the space was to be used for events like weddings, quinceaneras and birthdays. The lease has strict terms, and tenants weren’t allowed to serve alcohol on the property.

2 days ago | moneywise.com | Sarah Li-Cain

Did the family get their money? Yes — but only after a new check was issued. At the end of April, representatives told Paul to expect a new check in the mail, which he could then cash. Until the check cleared, Paul and his wife had to wait to begin repairs on their home. In Florida, it’s common for homes in certain areas to flood after hurricanes, which makes flood insurance essential. What is the National Flood Insurance Program?

2 days ago | moneywise.com | Danielle Antosz

International scheme could cost another winner their jackpot Buying every ticket wasn’t illegal under Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) rules at the time. As the Post reports, “nothing in the Texas state lottery code says a person can’t buy every number combination.” Winners are also allowed to remain anonymous, so the group initially claimed their prize through a local company called Rook TX. But the victory didn’t stay quiet for long.

3 days ago | moneywise.com | Sarah Li-Cain

What happened when he refused the equipment Perez says he was sent a physical card processor, which he doesn't need because the vast majority of his customers’ payments are made online. What’s more, his business location at the bottom of an office tower isn’t suited for the equipment Synergy Payment Solutions uses. “We don’t get very good Wi-Fi signal down here, which is what’s needed to actually operate the system,” he said.

3 days ago | moneywise.com | Christy Bieber

How a scam cost the Browns thousands The Browns say Emily told them they could borrow funds, but there was a catch. Because the couple had poor credit, she said they'd have to print the loan checks themselves, which were sent by email. The couple was instructed to buy blank check paper and print them out. Next, the Browns say they were told to deposit the checks into their account at different Fifth Third Bank locations. Afterward, they were to buy gift cards and forward the codes on those card.