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My parents are in their 60s with $500k saved for retirement and will get $5k per month from Social Security – how much can they spend every month?

Jan 20, 2025
Personal Finance

I’m 32 and had a few rough patches financially after the military and I want to know what’s the best percentage to contribute to my 401(k)

Jan 20, 2025
Personal Finance

3 Social Security Moves for 2025 That Could Raise Your Future Benefits

Jan 19, 2025
Personal Finance

Most Americans Don’t Realize How Much Money You Can Make Right Now

Jan 19, 2025
Personal Finance

I’m 44 With $2 Million in Retirement Savings. Am I Behind?

Jan 18, 2025
Personal Finance

Is Your Social Security COLA Falling Short? Here’s What to Do

Jan 17, 2025
Personal Finance

Trump Wants to Eliminate Taxes on Social Security Benefits — but Will That Cause Even More Problems?

Jan 17, 2025
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3 More Reasons It’s Dangerous to Retire on Social Security Alone

Jan 17, 2025
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I’m in my late 30s with over $7 million saved for retirement – I still feel like I need more of a cushion though

Jan 16, 2025
Personal Finance

I’m 35 with $8 million in liquid assets and $2 million in a Roth — should I stop contributing to my 401(k)?

Jan 16, 2025
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I’m in my mid-40s with an annual income of $3 million and my tax bill is making me sick to my stomach

Jan 15, 2025
Personal Finance

Working From Starbucks? Time to Pay Up

Jan 15, 2025
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We’re in our 50s with a net worth of $5 million and we’re not sure if we can retire yet or if we’re just being overly cautious

Jan 14, 2025
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In my 30s with $1.3 million and a family — is my retirement portfolio solid enough?

Jan 14, 2025
Personal Finance

Why the 4% Rule Is Dead to Me

Jan 14, 2025
Personal Finance

My husband just inherited $100k and looking for the best retirement account to put it in so we aren’t tempted with it – where should we stick it?

Jan 13, 2025
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I’m a high earner at the peak of my career and feel I have golden handcuffs. How can I deal with my depression and anxiety without affecting my performance?

Jan 13, 2025
Personal Finance

The novelty of retirement has worn off, and now I don’t know what to do. Should I use a retirement coach?

Jan 13, 2025
Personal Finance

My sister manipulated my mom to pay off her $33k credit card debt before she died. How can I deduct that from her inheritance?

Jan 13, 2025
Personal Finance

Here’s the First Day You Can File Your Tax Return This Year — and Why You Should Get it in Early

Jan 13, 2025