The Receipt

  The in-depth look into athletes, their triumphs, and their downfalls graciously returned to our television screens this weekend in "30 Under 30". This is the second season of the...

  Did Mystikal's six-year prison sentence drive him crazy??   According to TMZ, Mystikal is seriously thinking about his financial future. So much so, that he's pondering whether he will...

If you’re a credit and/or debit card holder…take heed! No matter how safe you play it, at some point you can be at risk for becoming a victim of credit/debit card fraud. With the continuous advancement...

Staying on top of all the fraudulent activity that takes place in the world can be virtually impossible. However, staying abreast of as much as you can will increase your chances of keeping your identity and...

  According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, you may be a victim of a flawed credit score.  While many of us obtain a free credit report to see what our calculated credit score is,...

This story goes to show...the poorest man you see, may be richest man you know.   Las Vegas, Nevada resident, Walter Samasko Jr was found dead in his home after months of decaying.  After the smell...

  Remember when you only had to use your bank cards' pin number was to get cash out the ATM.  Those were the good old days, right. Well, ever since most stores began accepting debit cards for...

  Once a very talented athlete rises to sports stardom and rake in millions, these days he's more than likely going to eventually hit rock bottom.  This is apparent for former NFL star, Vince...

  Well, the $40,000 a ticket private fundraiser thrown by Jay-Z and Beyonce paid off.  It's being reported that the Carter's were able to raise $4 million for Barack Obama's presidential...

  On Sept 21, Apple will release their newest product the iPhone 5.  As one of the most anticipated tech gadgets, the iPhone 5's newly iOS 6 operating system may be the best reason to buy one....

  We've heard of $5000 a plate fundraisers for political fundraisers. But, for hip hop's richest couple, it will cost you a wayyyyyy more than that to even enter the door.   Coming up on...

  When the recession hit, millions of Americans found themselves rationing everyday household purchases. From home foreclosures to loss jobs, the average middle-class family received a...

  My favorite quote of the night  "...reach back and give others the same chances you had to succeed", was spoken so passionately by the First Lady Michelle Obama during Tuesday nights...

  In a not-so-surprisingly turn of events, Memphitz filed a multi-million dollar lawsuit recently.   If you didn't know him before, the VH1 hit show "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" made...

  The last time we've heard of college curriculum being based on an African-American entertainer was for Tupac Shakur.  Well, recent news reports state that the "King of Pop" Michael Jackson will...

To gear up for new technological advances, like the rollout of Windows 8, Microsoft recently unveiled their new logo.  The MS logo, which hadn't been changed in 25 years, is designed with a multi-colored...

  Travelers beware!  If you thought you were catching a great deal on a hotel room, you better think twice.   Recent research reveals that sites such as Travelocity, Orbitz, Expedia,...

  Jay "Young Jeezy" Jenkins and Demetrius "Kinky B" Ellerbee developed a tight knit friendship after serving time at a youth boot camp program in 1995.  After discovering the love of music both...

  Kanye's been dropping racks on racks on racks on his boo Kim Kardashian lately. But, one thing she has yet to receive is a ring.  Just in case Kanye has plans to propose anytime soon, he may...

  Has your love-life changed since reading '50 Shades of Grey'?  Or have you left those fantasies to the characters in the book?   The 'Fifty Shades of Grey' book series, by E.L....

  Adding to the ever-evolving list of celebrities who owes Uncle Sam some cheese is Flavor Flav.  The Public Enemy rapper/hypeman is the latest person to be featured on the IRS's blacklist....

  Who says you can't make good money without a 4-year degree?  Nowadays, earning six figures without having a higher education is obtainable.  There are career fields that are "trade" related and...

  There are some things in this world you have to see it, before you believe it.  A 2013 increase in employee base pay is one of those things.   According to CNNMoney, the constant...

  Remember when "having cable" at home was the BIG thing??  Well, those days are almost over.  With television networks offering online videos of their most popular shows,  people are dropping...

  Over the years, traveling via air has declined for several reasons.  Besides having a plain ole fear of flying, one reason Americans refuse to fly is the high cost.  But for those who do fly,...

  The battle between the merchants and the credit card companies just ended.  On Friday, July 13, small and large businesses reached an agreement with Visa and MasterCard to no longer charge...

  Copyrights ownership is big deal in the artistic world.   For instance, Jay-Z, Dame Dash, and Biggs are the original owners of Roc-A-Fella Records.  In 1995, they hired Dwayne Walker...

  For the low to mid-level income households, here's a great way to plan a family vacation!   The department store, Sears, is now offering a economical way for families to plan their...

This story is a prime example of how the rich stay rich.     Ann Curry, a popular host of NBC's Today show, will get ousted from her job with a hefty payout.  The NY Post is reporting...

  The backlash from the brawl that occured a few weeks ago, between the crews of Chris Brown and Drake, continues to pour in.   The latest legal development involves the nightclub...