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Maurie Backman | Aug 16, 2025 at 10:18 AM EDT

Would Lifting the Social Security Cap Really Solve Half of the Funding Problem?

If you’ve heard rumors that Social Security is on the verge of going bankrupt, you’ll be happy to know…

Maurie Backman | Aug 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM EDT

Is Contributing 50% of My Salary to My 401k a Smart Move?

It’s not a given that you’ll have access to a 401(k) plan through your job. But if your company…

John Seetoo | Aug 15, 2025 at 11:31 AM EDT

I Invested My House Down Payment in ULTY And It Changed My Life

The Reddit FIRE (financial independence, retire early) and DIY investor community has gone ga-ga over the YieldMax Ultra Option Income…

Chris MacDonald | Aug 15, 2025 at 8:34 AM EDT

I Used to Think a 529 Was the Perfect Educational Savings Vehicle, Until I Learned These Drawbacks

For many families, 529 plans are considered the ideal way to save for education, offering tax-free growth, state tax benefits,…

Vandita Jadeja | Aug 15, 2025 at 7:17 AM EDT

Am I Addicted to Buying ETFs? My Spending on VOO Is Out of Control

You can be addicted to anything, but if your addictions are making money for you, it may not look like…

John Seetoo | Aug 14, 2025 at 9:51 AM EDT

ULTY Will Thrive in Today’s Market

“No Guts, No Glory” – Major General Frederick Corbin Blesse, USAF The YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF (NYSEATCA: ULTY)…

Maurie Backman | Aug 14, 2025 at 8:50 AM EDT

I’m Using My ULTY Dividends to Buy Berkshire Stock – Where Are You Reinvesting Yours?

One of the nice things about investing in assets that pay dividends is seeing your portfolio generate income passively.…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Aug 13, 2025 at 9:45 AM EDT

Social Security’s Low COLA Will Hurt Some Seniors

Seniors on tight budgets could struggle financially in the year ahead, as Social Security payments barely keep pace with inflation.

Maurie Backman | Aug 12, 2025 at 12:18 PM EDT

2026’s COLA Is Coming — And It Might Be Good News for Baby Boomers

At this stage of the year, seniors on Social Security tend to get a little antsy waiting for news…

Maurie Backman | Aug 12, 2025 at 8:48 AM EDT

I Invested Another $250,000 in ULTY – Is My Half-Million Position Too Risky?

Sometimes, when you stumble upon an investment that seems to be doing well for you, it can be tempting…

David Beren | Aug 11, 2025 at 1:32 PM EDT

Chase Freedom Unlimited Beats Sapphire Reserve, Venture X in 2025 Card Rankings

In the world of credit cards, it won’t come as any surprise to learn that you have absolutely no shortage…

David Beren | Aug 11, 2025 at 8:20 AM EDT

My Plan To Generate $3,000 a Month in Dividend Income While Working for a Charity

One potential hope for anyone who is looking to get out of the daily rat race that is the 9-5…

Maurie Backman | Aug 11, 2025 at 8:01 AM EDT

I Changed My Social Security Direct Deposit to PayPal – Where’s My Payment?

If you’re someone who relies heavily on Social Security, you probably cannot afford to have a gap in payments.…

Maurie Backman | Aug 10, 2025 at 9:07 AM EDT

Claim Social Security at 62? One Expert Says ‘Yes’ — But Only If You Do This

Deciding when to claim Social Security can be tricky. Although the monthly benefit you get in retirement is based…

John Seetoo | Aug 9, 2025 at 12:08 PM EDT

I’m 35; what is the perfect growth ETF to pair with VOO for long-term wealth?

Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have become the main vehicle of choice for FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) ethos Gen-Z and…

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Would Lifting the Social Security Cap Really Solve Half of the Funding Problem?

Is Contributing 50% of My Salary to My 401k a Smart Move?

I Invested My House Down Payment in ULTY And It Changed My Life

I Used to Think a 529 Was the Perfect Educational Savings Vehicle, Until I Learned These Drawbacks

Am I Addicted to Buying ETFs? My Spending on VOO Is Out of Control

ULTY Will Thrive in Today’s Market

I’m Using My ULTY Dividends to Buy Berkshire Stock – Where Are You Reinvesting Yours?

Social Security’s Low COLA Will Hurt Some Seniors

2026’s COLA Is Coming — And It Might Be Good News for Baby Boomers

I Invested Another $250,000 in ULTY – Is My Half-Million Position Too Risky?

Chase Freedom Unlimited Beats Sapphire Reserve, Venture X in 2025 Card Rankings

My Plan To Generate $3,000 a Month in Dividend Income While Working for a Charity

I Changed My Social Security Direct Deposit to PayPal – Where’s My Payment?

Claim Social Security at 62? One Expert Says ‘Yes’ — But Only If You Do This

I’m 35; what is the perfect growth ETF to pair with VOO for long-term wealth?

$10,000 Invested in XLK on New Year’s Eve Is Worth $13,434 Today

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Would Lifting the Social Security Cap Really Solve Half of the Funding Problem?

Is Contributing 50% of My Salary to My 401k a Smart Move?

I Invested My House Down Payment in ULTY And It Changed My Life

I Used to Think a 529 Was the Perfect Educational Savings Vehicle, Until I Learned These Drawbacks

Am I Addicted to Buying ETFs? My Spending on VOO Is Out of Control

ULTY Will Thrive in Today’s Market

I’m Using My ULTY Dividends to Buy Berkshire Stock – Where Are You Reinvesting Yours?

Social Security’s Low COLA Will Hurt Some Seniors

2026’s COLA Is Coming — And It Might Be Good News for Baby Boomers

I Invested Another $250,000 in ULTY – Is My Half-Million Position Too Risky?

Chase Freedom Unlimited Beats Sapphire Reserve, Venture X in 2025 Card Rankings

My Plan To Generate $3,000 a Month in Dividend Income While Working for a Charity

I Changed My Social Security Direct Deposit to PayPal – Where’s My Payment?

Claim Social Security at 62? One Expert Says ‘Yes’ — But Only If You Do This

I’m 35; what is the perfect growth ETF to pair with VOO for long-term wealth?

$10,000 Invested in XLK on New Year’s Eve Is Worth $13,434 Today

Is Ripple (XRP) Still A Good Crypto to Buy In 2026?

$10,000 Invested in XLK on New Year’s Eve Is Worth $13,434 Today

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