Some people in the Fat FIRE Reddit community make a lot of money and share their long-term financial goals. These types of posts are pretty inspiring, and this post is no exception. A 49-year-old husband shares…
There are millions of older Americans today who collect a monthly Social Security benefit. For some, that’s their only income source. But a big problem with Social Security is that a lot of people…
A Reddit user in his late 20s who is earning $70,000 right now is on track to get a windfall from his family. He’ll be splitting the windfall, which includes $900K and a home…
In the world of cash-back credit cards, Chase and Capital One are undoubtedly two of the best places to start. With various credit cards offering a myriad of benefits and perks, there is every…
A Reddit poster is wondering whether to leave her corporate job to have more time with her family. Her husband is making more than enough money, but there are pros and cons to consider…
The 4% withdrawal rule for retirement savings has become familiar among younger people thanks to the popularization of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) ethos. The FIRE strategy emphasizes aggressive savings, investment and earnings…
A Reddit poster has around $18K left on his student loans, which have an interest rate of just over 4%. The student loans are federal student loans with a minimum payment of $140 per…
One of the most essential things anyone thinking about retirement can do is check their Social Security records and ensure they are accurate. This is one of those crucial steps that should be happening…
Short and sweet. That’s how I’d describe this next letter from the Reddit mailbag. In 53 words, four of which are conjunctions, our caller today (let’s call him “Al”) polls the Reddit-verse advice on…
When we think about Social Security, we tend to imagine retirees as the ones collecting those benefits. But Social Security doesn’t just send benefits to seniors. Social Security also pays benefits to people…
One of the most difficult parts of being famous is not having privacy. Some people can’t leave their houses without being followed, photographed, or harassed. Public figures in corporations can sometimes fall victim…
Working with a financial advisor wasn’t always on my radar. At the time that I met mine, I was in my 30s saving a decent chunk of money from my salary and overseeing…
Most private sector employees these days do not have access to a pension. Rather, they have to take savings matters into their own hands by contributing to a 401(k) or a similar plan…
Not everybody is eligible for Social Security. To be able to collect benefits in retirement, you must work and pay taxes on your earnings to the point where you accumulate 40 work credits in…
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