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Christy Bieber | Dec 16, 2024 at 6:54 AM EST

If I max out my 401(k) before year’s end, do I need to increase my contribution limit for next year?

from 24/7 Wall St.: The maximum 401(k) contribution limit is increasing in 2025. A Reddit user reminded people who max…

Christy Bieber | Dec 15, 2024 at 2:47 PM EST

3 Year-End Moves to Make for Retirement Readiness

With the end of the year approaching quickly, it’s time to check some important tasks off your to-do list to…

David Beren | Dec 15, 2024 at 2:02 PM EST

I’m 21, never missed a credit card payment, and prefer it over debit cards — am I on the right track?

Flywheel Publishing has partnered with CardRatings to provide coverage of credit card products. Flywheel Publishing and CardRatings may receive a…

Will Ashworth | Dec 15, 2024 at 1:26 PM EST

5 Reasons Retiring Before 65 Is a Huge Mistake

The Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies released its 24th Annual Transamerica Retirement Survey in November. Of the 10 key findings,…

David Beren | Dec 15, 2024 at 1:23 PM EST

Has anyone maxed out their 401(k) for over 20 years — what’s the secret to their success?

There are various philosophies about managing your 401(k) over time. The bottom line is that if you ask ten different…

David Beren | Dec 15, 2024 at 12:48 PM EST

Suze Orman says buying coffee every day will cost you $1 million over your lifetime – do you agree?

For as long as I can remember, there has been criticism of buying coffee every day and the savings you…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 15, 2024 at 12:37 PM EST

The Most-Searched Medicare Tips of 2024

Medicare can be a bit confusing, especially since it changes regularly. Coverage options, costs, and enrollment rules are regularly updated,…

Rich Duprey | Dec 15, 2024 at 12:21 PM EST

I’ve saved over $1 million my 401(k) but can barely afford to go out to eat – is it all worth it?

It is not often the government gets something right. The Law of Unintended Consequences often comes into play and causes…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 15, 2024 at 11:46 AM EST

My employer quietly switched our 401(k) contributions to annual instead of per paycheck — is this normal?

Imagine that you’ve been contributing to your 401(k) diligently, expecting your promised employer match. Then, without much fanfare, your employer…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 15, 2024 at 10:45 AM EST

Once I retire, will my 401k belong to me or if it will still be managed by my previous employer?

Retirement brings up tons of financial decisions and changes. One of the most significant ones is what happens to your…

Christy Bieber | Dec 15, 2024 at 10:15 AM EST

Americans Say These are the 4 Biggest Obstacles to Financial Success. Can You Overcome Them

Achieving financial success is a goal that most of us aspire to — but it’s not something everyone will achieve.…

David Beren | Dec 15, 2024 at 9:33 AM EST

Dave Ramsey says to never do it but I’m liquidating my 401(k) and pay off my debts

In today’s uncertain financial climate, many people are worried about the status of their 401(k) accounts. In the case of…

Aaron Webber | Dec 15, 2024 at 8:30 AM EST

My mom owns a small LLC and wants to add a 401(k) for her employees — is this the right move?

Despite what many “business experts”, influencers, and thought leaders on LinkedIn might say, employers have a responsibility to care for,…

Rich Duprey | Dec 14, 2024 at 3:33 PM EST

I’m 19, working at Walmart — what should I do with my 401(k) options?

The best thing you can do to secure a comfortable retirement is to start young. From your first foray into…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 14, 2024 at 2:16 PM EST

I think it’s excessive when people max out their 401(k)s or Roth IRAs for over 20 years — am I wrong?

Saving for retirement is an important part of financial planning, but how you go about that differs depending on your…

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If I max out my 401(k) before year’s end, do I need to increase my contribution limit for next year?

3 Year-End Moves to Make for Retirement Readiness

I’m 21, never missed a credit card payment, and prefer it over debit cards — am I on the right track?

5 Reasons Retiring Before 65 Is a Huge Mistake

Has anyone maxed out their 401(k) for over 20 years — what’s the secret to their success?

Suze Orman says buying coffee every day will cost you $1 million over your lifetime – do you agree?

The Most-Searched Medicare Tips of 2024

I’ve saved over $1 million my 401(k) but can barely afford to go out to eat – is it all worth it?

My employer quietly switched our 401(k) contributions to annual instead of per paycheck — is this normal?

Once I retire, will my 401k belong to me or if it will still be managed by my previous employer?

Americans Say These are the 4 Biggest Obstacles to Financial Success. Can You Overcome Them

Dave Ramsey says to never do it but I’m liquidating my 401(k) and pay off my debts

My mom owns a small LLC and wants to add a 401(k) for her employees — is this the right move?

I’m 19, working at Walmart — what should I do with my 401(k) options?

I think it’s excessive when people max out their 401(k)s or Roth IRAs for over 20 years — am I wrong?

You Can Undo an Early Social Security Claim, But Only Within 12 Months, and You Have to Repay Every Dollar

He Earned Six Figures Running Heavy Equipment. At 61, His Body Retired Before Social Security Would Let Him.

Single at 66 Means One Social Security Check and No Backup. These 4 ETFs Build the Second One

You Can Undo an Early Social Security Claim, But Only Within 12 Months, and You Have to Repay Every Dollar

He Earned Six Figures Running Heavy Equipment. At 61, His Body Retired Before Social Security Would Let Him.

You Can Undo an Early Social Security Claim, But Only Within 12 Months, and You Have to Repay Every Dollar

He Earned Six Figures Running Heavy Equipment. At 61, His Body Retired Before Social Security Would Let Him.

Personal Finance Articles

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If I max out my 401(k) before year’s end, do I need to increase my contribution limit for next year?

3 Year-End Moves to Make for Retirement Readiness

I’m 21, never missed a credit card payment, and prefer it over debit cards — am I on the right track?

5 Reasons Retiring Before 65 Is a Huge Mistake

Has anyone maxed out their 401(k) for over 20 years — what’s the secret to their success?

Suze Orman says buying coffee every day will cost you $1 million over your lifetime – do you agree?

The Most-Searched Medicare Tips of 2024

I’ve saved over $1 million my 401(k) but can barely afford to go out to eat – is it all worth it?

My employer quietly switched our 401(k) contributions to annual instead of per paycheck — is this normal?

Once I retire, will my 401k belong to me or if it will still be managed by my previous employer?

Americans Say These are the 4 Biggest Obstacles to Financial Success. Can You Overcome Them

Dave Ramsey says to never do it but I’m liquidating my 401(k) and pay off my debts

My mom owns a small LLC and wants to add a 401(k) for her employees — is this the right move?

I’m 19, working at Walmart — what should I do with my 401(k) options?

I think it’s excessive when people max out their 401(k)s or Roth IRAs for over 20 years — am I wrong?

You Can Undo an Early Social Security Claim, But Only Within 12 Months, and You Have to Repay Every Dollar

He Earned Six Figures Running Heavy Equipment. At 61, His Body Retired Before Social Security Would Let Him.

Single at 66 Means One Social Security Check and No Backup. These 4 ETFs Build the Second One

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You Can Undo an Early Social Security Claim, But Only Within 12 Months, and You Have to Repay Every Dollar

He Earned Six Figures Running Heavy Equipment. At 61, His Body Retired Before Social Security Would Let Him.