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Christy Bieber | May 14, 2025 at 9:25 AM EDT

At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

A 29-year-old Reddit user is eager to achieve financial independence, so he’s saving a good portion of his income —…

Joey Frenette | May 14, 2025 at 9:02 AM EDT

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

For prospective heirs of a modest four-figure inheritance, it’s worth considering the wide range of uses for the sum. Of…

Christy Bieber | May 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

The 4% rule is an incredibly common rule used in retirement planning, but not everyone is buying into it. One…

Maurie Backman | May 14, 2025 at 8:33 AM EDT

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

Losing a loved one can be a devastating thing — even if you end up with an inheritance afterward.…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM EDT

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

A Reddit user is considering giving his nephew a down payment, but doesn’t want to just make the gift free…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM EDT

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

When you are counting on your Social Security check to help you cover your costs, it can be really disappointing…

David Beren | May 13, 2025 at 12:07 PM EDT

My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

For anyone who wants to make it one day in the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) world, there is often…

Maurie Backman | May 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM EDT

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Many people look forward to being able to collect Social Security in retirement. But actually, you don’t necessarily have…

Maurie Backman | May 13, 2025 at 10:32 AM EDT

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

It’s not an easy thing to save money for retirement. Many people try to do it only to be thwarted…

David Beren | May 13, 2025 at 9:25 AM EDT

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

It’s not at all unexpected to learn that Social Security plays a pivotal role in the lives of more than…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

A Reddit user is in his late 30s with around $14 million, and he’s trying to decide what he should…

Maurie Backman | May 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM EDT

Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

There are many retirees today who have to pay their bills on Social Security alone. And people in that boat…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 12:04 PM EDT

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May – why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

One of the most important things to know about Social Security is when to start applying and how to proceed…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

If you find yourself in a position where you know that you might be inheriting millions of dollars in the…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 9:37 AM EDT

3 Game-Changing Questions to Ask Before You Retire

If you have made it to the point where you are ready to retire, you should give yourself a big…

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At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May – why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

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Personal Finance Articles

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At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May – why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

3 Game-Changing Questions to Ask Before You Retire

Why SOXX’s Next 12 Months Hinge on Five Tech Giants’ Capex Decisions

These 3 S&P 500 ETFs Are Nearly Identical But After Doing the Math One of Them Saves You Money Over a Lifetime

Three Value Focused ETFs Pay Solid Dividends and Keep Outperforming the Market in 2026

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