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Maurie Backman | Feb 15, 2025 at 8:11 AM EST

The Surprising Reason You May Not Get Any Social Security

Although Social Security has a lot of rules for retirees to follow, the program is more flexible than one might…

Maurie Backman | Feb 15, 2025 at 8:01 AM EST

I’m 34 with a 7-figure nest egg – will getting a financial advisor help me to retire early faster?

There was a time when I didn’t think I needed a financial advisor. For one thing, I’m not a…

Joey Frenette | Feb 14, 2025 at 6:54 PM EST

We’re in our 40s with no kids and our investments aren’t much compared to our other assets – will we ever retire?

The road to retirement is a deeply personal one, and it’s probably not going to be a linear path forward.…

Dana George | Feb 14, 2025 at 4:25 PM EST

8 Things to Do (and 6 Things Not to Do) When You Get a Raise

Getting a raise is a huge accomplishment, so congratulations! Once the additional money starts rolling in, you’ll want to make…

Marc Guberti | Feb 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM EST

I’m 24 and was going to make $115k in construction, but after getting laid off am aiming for $300k a year now. Anything is possible!

A 24-year-old construction worker recently posted in the Salary subreddit. He shares his journey of earning $110k-$115k per year at a new…

Marc Guberti | Feb 14, 2025 at 3:10 PM EST

I’m putting $300k annually into taxable brokerage accounts – should I be utilizing a mega backdoor Roth instead?

Many people turn to the Fat FIRE Reddit community for the most optimal ways to earn money and reduce taxes.…

Joey Frenette | Feb 14, 2025 at 2:12 PM EST

My Family Keeps Asking Me for Money – Here’s What Dave Ramsey Told Me to Say

Family dynamics around the dinner table can really be complicated when money is thrown into the equation. Undoubtedly, it’s good…

Marc Guberti | Feb 14, 2025 at 1:40 PM EST

I’m 25 and make $160,726 working on luxury cars and it’s the best thing I ever did

A 25-year-old man posted in the Salary Reddit group about his job as an Audi service advisor. He grosses $160,276 and gets…

Marc Guberti | Feb 14, 2025 at 1:09 PM EST

I’m 25 and just crossed $100,000 as an accountant for the federal government

A 25-year-old accountant recently posted his income progression in the Salary Reddit group. He graduated from college in 2021 with…

Christy Bieber | Feb 14, 2025 at 12:41 PM EST

Want the Biggest Possible Social Security Benefit? Here’s How to Get It

In 2025, Social Security retirees can get a check worth up to $5,108 every single month. According to the Social…

Joel South | Feb 14, 2025 at 12:28 PM EST

We have a newborn baby and we want to get a jumpstart on college – should we start a 529 or brokage account?

I’m a huge fan of 529 college savings plans, but perhaps not for the reason you think. You see, I…

Maurie Backman | Feb 14, 2025 at 10:30 AM EST

3 Conversations All Married Couples Need to Have Before They Retire

Retirement represents a major transition in life. Not only does your day to day schedule change completely, but your financial…

Joel South | Feb 14, 2025 at 10:27 AM EST

I was on track to retire early, but I got saddled with debt and now I’m trying to figure out how to get back on track

Reddit is a funny place, an online forum apparently populated primarily by millionaires seeking free financial advice from strangers on…

Drew Wood | Feb 14, 2025 at 10:24 AM EST

I Always Dreamed of Owning Property, But These 9 Factors Convinced Me Not To Be a Landlord

Like most kids, I grew up playing board games. One of my favorites was Monopoly. I liked it so much…

Joey Frenette | Feb 14, 2025 at 10:06 AM EST

I’m 26 and I’ve been putting 15% pre-tax income into my 401k for years and I feel I’m doing too much

As someone who’s still young and just getting started in their professional career, it can feel tempting to “enjoy life”…

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Personal Finance Articles

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The Surprising Reason You May Not Get Any Social Security

I’m 34 with a 7-figure nest egg – will getting a financial advisor help me to retire early faster?

We’re in our 40s with no kids and our investments aren’t much compared to our other assets – will we ever retire?

8 Things to Do (and 6 Things Not to Do) When You Get a Raise

I’m 24 and was going to make $115k in construction, but after getting laid off am aiming for $300k a year now. Anything is possible!

I’m putting $300k annually into taxable brokerage accounts – should I be utilizing a mega backdoor Roth instead?

My Family Keeps Asking Me for Money – Here’s What Dave Ramsey Told Me to Say

I’m 25 and make $160,726 working on luxury cars and it’s the best thing I ever did

I’m 25 and just crossed $100,000 as an accountant for the federal government

Want the Biggest Possible Social Security Benefit? Here’s How to Get It

We have a newborn baby and we want to get a jumpstart on college – should we start a 529 or brokage account?

3 Conversations All Married Couples Need to Have Before They Retire

I was on track to retire early, but I got saddled with debt and now I’m trying to figure out how to get back on track

I Always Dreamed of Owning Property, But These 9 Factors Convinced Me Not To Be a Landlord

I’m 26 and I’ve been putting 15% pre-tax income into my 401k for years and I feel I’m doing too much

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

A Covered Call ETF That Pays 6% Is Beating Vanguard’s Biggest International ETF Right Now

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

Suze Orman to 54-Year-Old With $600,000: Skip the 1.5% Fee and Manage It Yourself

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

The Surprising Reason You May Not Get Any Social Security

I’m 34 with a 7-figure nest egg – will getting a financial advisor help me to retire early faster?

We’re in our 40s with no kids and our investments aren’t much compared to our other assets – will we ever retire?

8 Things to Do (and 6 Things Not to Do) When You Get a Raise

I’m 24 and was going to make $115k in construction, but after getting laid off am aiming for $300k a year now. Anything is possible!

I’m putting $300k annually into taxable brokerage accounts – should I be utilizing a mega backdoor Roth instead?

My Family Keeps Asking Me for Money – Here’s What Dave Ramsey Told Me to Say

I’m 25 and make $160,726 working on luxury cars and it’s the best thing I ever did

I’m 25 and just crossed $100,000 as an accountant for the federal government

Want the Biggest Possible Social Security Benefit? Here’s How to Get It

We have a newborn baby and we want to get a jumpstart on college – should we start a 529 or brokage account?

3 Conversations All Married Couples Need to Have Before They Retire

I was on track to retire early, but I got saddled with debt and now I’m trying to figure out how to get back on track

I Always Dreamed of Owning Property, But These 9 Factors Convinced Me Not To Be a Landlord

I’m 26 and I’ve been putting 15% pre-tax income into my 401k for years and I feel I’m doing too much

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

A Covered Call ETF That Pays 6% Is Beating Vanguard’s Biggest International ETF Right Now

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A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

Suze Orman to 54-Year-Old With $600,000: Skip the 1.5% Fee and Manage It Yourself