Maurie Backman

Maurie Backman has more than a decade of experience writing about financial topics, including retirement, investing, Social Security, and real estate. Her work has appeared on sites that include The Motley Fool, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, and CNN Underscored.

Maurie Backman | Jul 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM EDT

This is Exactly How Much You Can Save on Your Taxes Thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law. The OBBBA makes…

Maurie Backman | Jul 29, 2025 at 7:35 AM EDT

5 Costly 401(k) Mistakes That Could Derail Your Retirement

There are plenty of good reasons to participate in an employer 401(k) plan if you have one available to you.…

Maurie Backman | Jul 28, 2025 at 3:24 PM EDT

Why This Is a Big Week for Boomers Living Off Social Security

If you’ve been following the news, you may be aware that the Federal Reserve is set to meet later…

Maurie Backman | Jul 27, 2025 at 7:29 AM EDT

Plan on Claiming Social Security at 65? You Might Be Leaving Money on the Table

It’s a good thing that Social Security gives seniors choices as to when to claim benefits — at least…

Maurie Backman | Jul 26, 2025 at 8:26 AM EDT

Why the Big Beautiful Bill Will Send Health Insurance Costs Higher

At this point, Americans are still trying to wrap their heads around the Big Beautiful Bill and its many…

Maurie Backman | Jul 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM EDT

This Is the 1 ETF Warren Buffett Recommends for Most Investors

Even if you don’t know much about investing or the stock market, you’ve probably heard the name Warren Buffett…

Maurie Backman | Jul 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM EDT

Should I trade in my car now or keep it until it dies? – A debate on vehicle financing strategies

Unless you live in a city with a decent public transportation system, you probably need a car to function.…

Maurie Backman | Jul 20, 2025 at 9:09 AM EDT

If you know nothing about investing, this 1 ETF can make up most of your portfolio

You’ve probably heard time and time again that it’s important to create a diversified portfolio for retirement. While that’s…

Maurie Backman | Jul 19, 2025 at 10:59 AM EDT

Where Should I Invest My Extra Retirement Savings as a High Earner with a Pension?

Workers are usually advised to set aside 10% to 15% of their income for retirement. Some experts even recommend…

Maurie Backman | Jul 18, 2025 at 8:02 AM EDT

I’m 66 With $1.9 Million in Investments. Should I Withdraw $400k to Buy a Vacation Home?

There’s a reason many people wait until retirement to purchase a vacation home. When you’re working, you’re busy, and…

Maurie Backman | Jul 17, 2025 at 8:34 AM EDT

I Sold Pfizer at a 13% Loss – Here’s Why I’m Choosing Stability Over Risk

The purpose of investing in stocks is to make money, not lose it. So selling shares at a loss…

Maurie Backman | Jul 16, 2025 at 5:20 PM EDT

What The Brand New Inflation Numbers Mean for Your 2026 Social Security COLA

There are many people who get most of their retirement income from Social Security and need those benefits desperately…

Maurie Backman | Jul 16, 2025 at 8:44 AM EDT

Is $38,000 Too Much for My First Year of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio State University?

If the cost of college today makes you want to groan, you’re in good company. The average cost of…

Maurie Backman | Jul 15, 2025 at 7:18 AM EDT

The Surprising Truth About Social Security Running Out of Money

It’s a good idea to save as well as you can for retirement so you’re not so dependent on…

Maurie Backman | Jul 13, 2025 at 8:11 AM EDT

Are Social Security Cuts Really Going To Affect You?

If you’re a member of the workforce today, you probably keep hearing about the importance of saving well for…

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Maurie Backman

This is Exactly How Much You Can Save on Your Taxes Thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill

5 Costly 401(k) Mistakes That Could Derail Your Retirement

Why This Is a Big Week for Boomers Living Off Social Security

Plan on Claiming Social Security at 65? You Might Be Leaving Money on the Table

Why the Big Beautiful Bill Will Send Health Insurance Costs Higher

This Is the 1 ETF Warren Buffett Recommends for Most Investors

Should I trade in my car now or keep it until it dies? – A debate on vehicle financing strategies

If you know nothing about investing, this 1 ETF can make up most of your portfolio

Where Should I Invest My Extra Retirement Savings as a High Earner with a Pension?

I’m 66 With $1.9 Million in Investments. Should I Withdraw $400k to Buy a Vacation Home?

I Sold Pfizer at a 13% Loss – Here’s Why I’m Choosing Stability Over Risk

What The Brand New Inflation Numbers Mean for Your 2026 Social Security COLA

Is $38,000 Too Much for My First Year of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio State University?

The Surprising Truth About Social Security Running Out of Money

Are Social Security Cuts Really Going To Affect You?

SMCZ vs. SMCX: Betting Against or All-In on Super Micro?

$3,500 in CD Interest Was Enough to Drag 85% of a 72-Year-Old’s Social Security Into the Taxable Zone

Forget Micron: 1 Record-Breaking Cloud Powerhouse to Buy Hand Over Fist After the Pullback

$3,500 in CD Interest Was Enough to Drag 85% of a 72-Year-Old's Social Security Into the Taxable Zone

Roth Conversions Between 62 and 70: The $600,000 Tax Hack That Could Save You Tens of Thousands

SMCZ vs. SMCX: Betting Against or All-In on Super Micro?

$3,500 in CD Interest Was Enough to Drag 85% of a 72-Year-Old’s Social Security Into the Taxable Zone

Maurie Backman

This is Exactly How Much You Can Save on Your Taxes Thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill

5 Costly 401(k) Mistakes That Could Derail Your Retirement

Why This Is a Big Week for Boomers Living Off Social Security

Plan on Claiming Social Security at 65? You Might Be Leaving Money on the Table

Why the Big Beautiful Bill Will Send Health Insurance Costs Higher

This Is the 1 ETF Warren Buffett Recommends for Most Investors

Should I trade in my car now or keep it until it dies? – A debate on vehicle financing strategies

If you know nothing about investing, this 1 ETF can make up most of your portfolio

Where Should I Invest My Extra Retirement Savings as a High Earner with a Pension?

I’m 66 With $1.9 Million in Investments. Should I Withdraw $400k to Buy a Vacation Home?

I Sold Pfizer at a 13% Loss – Here’s Why I’m Choosing Stability Over Risk

What The Brand New Inflation Numbers Mean for Your 2026 Social Security COLA

Is $38,000 Too Much for My First Year of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio State University?

The Surprising Truth About Social Security Running Out of Money

Are Social Security Cuts Really Going To Affect You?

SMCZ vs. SMCX: Betting Against or All-In on Super Micro?

$3,500 in CD Interest Was Enough to Drag 85% of a 72-Year-Old’s Social Security Into the Taxable Zone

Forget Micron: 1 Record-Breaking Cloud Powerhouse to Buy Hand Over Fist After the Pullback

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$3,500 in CD Interest Was Enough to Drag 85% of a 72-Year-Old's Social Security Into the Taxable Zone

Roth Conversions Between 62 and 70: The $600,000 Tax Hack That Could Save You Tens of Thousands