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David Beren | May 20, 2025 at 8:02 AM EDT

My Mother Ruined My Credit Score – How Can I Fix It Before Buying a House?

Unfortunately, as soon as your credit falls below a certain level, challenges can mount, not only with how to get…

Joey Frenette | May 20, 2025 at 7:59 AM EDT

Is My Dad’s $15K 401(k) Tax Bill Actually My Problem?

Dealing with added financial liabilities upon the passing of a loved one can really feel like a few ounces of…

Joey Frenette | May 19, 2025 at 10:11 PM EDT

I Love My PayPal Debit Card – How I Earn 5% Back on Groceries and Apparel

It pays dividends to use the right credit or debit card at the checkout counter. Undoubtedly, some consumers value simplicity…

Rich Duprey | May 19, 2025 at 12:57 PM EDT

Is Aiming for $10M in Savings Enough for Early Retirement?

The pursuit of $10 million for early retirement is a popular goal in the Fat FIRE community. It is often…

Chris MacDonald | May 19, 2025 at 11:28 AM EDT

These Are the Factors That Could Affect Your Social Security Payments

More than 10,000 baby boomers are making the transition to becoming retirees on a daily basis in the U.S. alone.…

David Beren | May 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Banked $1 Million?

While not universally true, there is some truth to the idea that many people would love to retire as early…

Chris MacDonald | May 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

Baby Boomers Used to Love Gifting Savings Bonds – Here’s Why No One Does It Anymore

For many baby boomers, receiving savings bonds as a gift was a rite of passage. Whether we’re talking about major…

Christy Bieber | May 19, 2025 at 10:11 AM EDT

$40K used cars, $200K in 529s, and $20K+ a year in extras—are we underestimating the real cost of college years?

A Reddit user is hoping to retire early, but he isn’t sure what to do about covering college costs for…

David Beren | May 19, 2025 at 9:32 AM EDT

Is Financial Independence the Same as Being Rich? My Thoughts on Budgeting and Wealth Perception

If there is a question that people in the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) world love to discuss the most,…

Christy Bieber | May 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

Is $2 Million Still Enough to Retire on in the U.S.?

If you have $2 million in your retirement nest egg, you have considerably more money than most people have saved…

David Beren | May 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM EDT

Is $5 Million the New Baseline for a Comfortable Retirement in America?

If you have successfully achieved a $5 million-dollar net worth, it’s absolutely time to look back and feel incredibly grateful,…

David Beren | May 18, 2025 at 12:06 PM EDT

6 in 10 Side Hustlers Hope to Go Full Time – Should You Make the Leap?

In the last few years, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise of side hustles has taken the world by…

David Beren | May 18, 2025 at 12:02 PM EDT

I’m 61 and Being Forced To Retire, How Do I Share With Others??

It’s unfortunate that in much of today’s workforce, there is a point at which you “age out” of your role.…

Christy Bieber | May 18, 2025 at 11:11 AM EDT

Why I Refuse to Work Until 70 – A Call for Early Retirement and Financial Freedom

A Reddit user is bucking the traditional path, and he’s not sorry about it. The poster explained that he has…

Christy Bieber | May 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT

My income is rising but I still want to save for retirement in a Roth IRA

A Reddit user is in a fortunate position. After a job change, his income will be high enough that he…

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Personal Finance Articles

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My Mother Ruined My Credit Score – How Can I Fix It Before Buying a House?

Is My Dad’s $15K 401(k) Tax Bill Actually My Problem?

I Love My PayPal Debit Card – How I Earn 5% Back on Groceries and Apparel

Is Aiming for $10M in Savings Enough for Early Retirement?

These Are the Factors That Could Affect Your Social Security Payments

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Banked $1 Million?

Baby Boomers Used to Love Gifting Savings Bonds – Here’s Why No One Does It Anymore

$40K used cars, $200K in 529s, and $20K+ a year in extras—are we underestimating the real cost of college years?

Is Financial Independence the Same as Being Rich? My Thoughts on Budgeting and Wealth Perception

Is $2 Million Still Enough to Retire on in the U.S.?

Is $5 Million the New Baseline for a Comfortable Retirement in America?

6 in 10 Side Hustlers Hope to Go Full Time – Should You Make the Leap?

I’m 61 and Being Forced To Retire, How Do I Share With Others??

Why I Refuse to Work Until 70 – A Call for Early Retirement and Financial Freedom

My income is rising but I still want to save for retirement in a Roth IRA

A $500,000 VNQ Position in Roth Portfolio Pays $14,250 a Year and the IRS Gets None of It

The Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) Lost 46% of Its Value in 2026, and Friday’s Payroll Print Finished the Work

When The Bull Case for a Company Starts With “I Wouldn’t Be Surprised If It Goes to Zero,” I Pay Attention

$1.2M Nest Egg at 70 Translates to Only $32,000 of Real Annual Spending

The Most Underrated Retirement Town for Skiers Might Be in Nevada

$1.2M Nest Egg at 70 Translates to Only $32,000 of Real Annual Spending

A $500,000 VNQ Position in Roth Portfolio Pays $14,250 a Year and the IRS Gets None of It

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

My Mother Ruined My Credit Score – How Can I Fix It Before Buying a House?

Is My Dad’s $15K 401(k) Tax Bill Actually My Problem?

I Love My PayPal Debit Card – How I Earn 5% Back on Groceries and Apparel

Is Aiming for $10M in Savings Enough for Early Retirement?

These Are the Factors That Could Affect Your Social Security Payments

Is It Possible to Retire By 35 If You’ve Banked $1 Million?

Baby Boomers Used to Love Gifting Savings Bonds – Here’s Why No One Does It Anymore

$40K used cars, $200K in 529s, and $20K+ a year in extras—are we underestimating the real cost of college years?

Is Financial Independence the Same as Being Rich? My Thoughts on Budgeting and Wealth Perception

Is $2 Million Still Enough to Retire on in the U.S.?

Is $5 Million the New Baseline for a Comfortable Retirement in America?

6 in 10 Side Hustlers Hope to Go Full Time – Should You Make the Leap?

I’m 61 and Being Forced To Retire, How Do I Share With Others??

Why I Refuse to Work Until 70 – A Call for Early Retirement and Financial Freedom

My income is rising but I still want to save for retirement in a Roth IRA

A $500,000 VNQ Position in Roth Portfolio Pays $14,250 a Year and the IRS Gets None of It

The Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) Lost 46% of Its Value in 2026, and Friday’s Payroll Print Finished the Work

When The Bull Case for a Company Starts With “I Wouldn’t Be Surprised If It Goes to Zero,” I Pay Attention

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$1.2M Nest Egg at 70 Translates to Only $32,000 of Real Annual Spending

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