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Maurie Backman | Nov 6, 2024 at 12:51 PM EST

Social Security: Why Your COLAs Will Keep Failing You

Among Social Security recipients aged 65 and older, 37% of men and 42% of women depend on their monthly benefits…

Kristin Hitchcock | Nov 6, 2024 at 12:11 PM EST

I am looking to buy a $4 million house and have enough cash to buy it – should I use the cash or get a loan?

24/7 Wall St. Key Takeaways: For high-net-worth individuals, financing a home purchase isn’t just about affording the property but optimizing…

David Beren | Nov 6, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

If you want get the receive the largest Social Security possible, this is what you need to earn during your career

24/7 Insights Doing whatever you can to earn maximum Social Security payments is critical. You can delay filing for your…

Kristin Hitchcock | Nov 5, 2024 at 12:28 PM EST

We’re 62 and have $1 million saved for retirement – should we pay $20,000 to take our family to Disney world?

24/7 Wall St. Key Takeaways: It’s okay to spend on big experiences if you’ve laid the groundwork for financial security. …

Rich Duprey | Nov 5, 2024 at 11:33 AM EST

1 in 3 Americans Are Unaware of One of Social Security’s Most Important Features

Social Security offers numerous benefits, but many people remain ignorant of what is available. For a program that’s been around…

Joey Frenette | Nov 5, 2024 at 8:55 AM EST

I’m 46 and can start receiving a $100k+ per year pension once I turn 50 – is retirement really that attainable for me or am I missing something?

It’s a great feeling to know that you have a pension to backstop you come retirement. While a pension may…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Nov 5, 2024 at 6:45 AM EST

Gas Is $4.50 in California, a Major Consumer Burden

Gasoline prices have weighed less on consumers in recent weeks. However, the price in California remains a considerable burden on…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Nov 5, 2024 at 6:35 AM EST

$2.60 Gas in Texas–No One Cares

Gasoline and oil prices have weighed less on consumers in recent weeks. The state with the lowest average gas price…

David Hanson | Nov 4, 2024 at 3:52 PM EST

We’re in our 70s, have $6 million in savings, and receive Social Security – why can’t we let ourselves enjoy it?

from 24/7 Wall St. Many older Americans struggle to shift from their frugal habits despite being financially secure. Starting with…

Austin Smith | Nov 4, 2024 at 1:21 PM EST

3 Lessons From 41 Year Old Part-Time Nurse With A $121k Side Hustle

Meet The Part Time Nurse Bringing In $121k From Etsy Megan Walsh is a part-time endoscopy nurse and crafter from…

David Beren | Nov 4, 2024 at 12:30 PM EST

Beware of This “Tax Torpedo” That Comes Along with Social Security

24/7 Insights The Social Security “Tax Torpedo” can be a huge surprise for many people. The good news is that…

Kristin Hitchcock | Nov 4, 2024 at 11:35 AM EST

We’re in our mid-30s and want to retire at 50 with $7 million – is our current strategy the right one?

24/7 Wall St. Key Takeaways: Budgeting properly for retirement is just as important as saving for retirement, and many early…

Joey Frenette | Nov 4, 2024 at 10:30 AM EST

The 401(k) Misstep That Could Delay Your Retirement by Decades

Making just a few missteps with your 401(k) account could mean the difference between retiring on schedule and delaying your…

Joey Frenette | Nov 4, 2024 at 9:48 AM EST

If you’re in your 40s and haven’t started saving for retirement – this is what you need to save

It’s all too easy to cruise past middle age without too much of a retirement fund. Indeed, some major, expensive…

Kristin Hitchcock | Nov 4, 2024 at 9:45 AM EST

Social Security 2025: Best Benefits for 62, 66 and 70 Year of Age

Many Americans rely on Social Security as part of their retirement income, and several updates in 2025 will affect most…

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Social Security: Why Your COLAs Will Keep Failing You

I am looking to buy a $4 million house and have enough cash to buy it – should I use the cash or get a loan?

If you want get the receive the largest Social Security possible, this is what you need to earn during your career

We’re 62 and have $1 million saved for retirement – should we pay $20,000 to take our family to Disney world?

1 in 3 Americans Are Unaware of One of Social Security’s Most Important Features

I’m 46 and can start receiving a $100k+ per year pension once I turn 50 – is retirement really that attainable for me or am I missing something?

Gas Is $4.50 in California, a Major Consumer Burden

$2.60 Gas in Texas–No One Cares

We’re in our 70s, have $6 million in savings, and receive Social Security – why can’t we let ourselves enjoy it?

3 Lessons From 41 Year Old Part-Time Nurse With A $121k Side Hustle

Beware of This “Tax Torpedo” That Comes Along with Social Security

We’re in our mid-30s and want to retire at 50 with $7 million – is our current strategy the right one?

The 401(k) Misstep That Could Delay Your Retirement by Decades

If you’re in your 40s and haven’t started saving for retirement – this is what you need to save

Social Security 2025: Best Benefits for 62, 66 and 70 Year of Age

The “No-Contest Clause”: One Sentence That Makes Challenging Your Will Cost a Child Everything You Left Them.

You Can Now Deduct Car Loan Interest but Only if the Final Assembly Happened in America. Here’s How to Check If a Car Qualifies

The AI Debt Boom Is Helping Push Everyone’s Cost of Capital Higher

The “No-Contest Clause”: One Sentence That Makes Challenging Your Will Cost a Child Everything You Left Them.

You Can Now Deduct Car Loan Interest but Only if the Final Assembly Happened in America. Here's How to Check If a Car Qualifies

The “No-Contest Clause”: One Sentence That Makes Challenging Your Will Cost a Child Everything You Left Them.

You Can Now Deduct Car Loan Interest but Only if the Final Assembly Happened in America. Here’s How to Check If a Car Qualifies

Personal Finance Articles

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Social Security: Why Your COLAs Will Keep Failing You

I am looking to buy a $4 million house and have enough cash to buy it – should I use the cash or get a loan?

If you want get the receive the largest Social Security possible, this is what you need to earn during your career

We’re 62 and have $1 million saved for retirement – should we pay $20,000 to take our family to Disney world?

1 in 3 Americans Are Unaware of One of Social Security’s Most Important Features

I’m 46 and can start receiving a $100k+ per year pension once I turn 50 – is retirement really that attainable for me or am I missing something?

Gas Is $4.50 in California, a Major Consumer Burden

$2.60 Gas in Texas–No One Cares

We’re in our 70s, have $6 million in savings, and receive Social Security – why can’t we let ourselves enjoy it?

3 Lessons From 41 Year Old Part-Time Nurse With A $121k Side Hustle

Beware of This “Tax Torpedo” That Comes Along with Social Security

We’re in our mid-30s and want to retire at 50 with $7 million – is our current strategy the right one?

The 401(k) Misstep That Could Delay Your Retirement by Decades

If you’re in your 40s and haven’t started saving for retirement – this is what you need to save

Social Security 2025: Best Benefits for 62, 66 and 70 Year of Age

The “No-Contest Clause”: One Sentence That Makes Challenging Your Will Cost a Child Everything You Left Them.

You Can Now Deduct Car Loan Interest but Only if the Final Assembly Happened in America. Here’s How to Check If a Car Qualifies

The AI Debt Boom Is Helping Push Everyone’s Cost of Capital Higher

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