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David Beren | May 8, 2025 at 1:02 PM EDT

I rent a studio and make $70K – how do I turn a $1 million inheritance into financial independence?

One of the biggest things anyone looking at a sizable inheritance has to navigate is what to do with the…

David Beren | May 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM EDT

I’m ready to stop stressing over money – how do I rewire my ‘cheapest-option’ brain when I can truly afford more?

While it might surprise some people, a real-world belief applies even to those who have money: spending money can cause…

Douglas A. McIntyre | May 8, 2025 at 10:45 AM EDT

I Bought My House With a $1 Down Payment

Here's how to buy a $835,000 house with a $1 down payment. It helps to have an excellent credit score…

Christy Bieber | May 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

My father left me a fortune before he died – is it wrong to refuse to set up college funds for my step-siblings?

A Reddit user is dealing with a tough situation when it comes to his inheritance. He explained that his father…

Maurie Backman | May 8, 2025 at 8:31 AM EDT

Our net worth tops $5 million, but I still book the cheapest hotel room – how can I finally let go of my frugal habits?

It’s natural to be worried about money from time to time, or to prefer to spend your money cautiously.…

Marc Guberti | May 7, 2025 at 9:16 PM EDT

I used to struggle in the US, but now I save $3k a month – is this relocation strategy too good to be true?

Everyone is looking for creative ways to save money, and some people are looking abroad. One Redditor struggled to make…

Christy Bieber | May 7, 2025 at 11:11 AM EDT

My wife applied for spousal benefits from Social Security but got her own smaller benefit instead

A Reddit user was surprised by the way the Social Security Administration processed his wife’s benefits claim. He explained that…

Christy Bieber | May 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM EDT

Is a 25% match in a 401(k) too good to be true?

A Reddit user was looking through the 401(k) paperwork from his wife’s job and was surprised to find something unusual…

Maurie Backman | May 7, 2025 at 9:34 AM EDT

I have a $3 million portfolio but it’s all in tech. How do I diversify without a huge tax hit?

There’s a reason people say the tech sector effectively “controls” the stock market. Sure, tech titans aren’t the only…

Christy Bieber | May 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM EDT

1 in 20 side hustles now make over $10,000 per month

A side hustle is often viewed as a way to make a few bucks to help pay the bills. However,…

Christy Bieber | May 6, 2025 at 4:55 PM EDT

I Make $13,000 a Month – How Can I Achieve My $1 Million Goal by 30?

A 20-year-old Reddit user is working in emergency medical services and is making around $13,000 per month after factoring in…

Maurie Backman | May 6, 2025 at 1:14 PM EDT

I Got Laid Off – Now I Must Choose Between Taking Time Off or Finishing My Career

Losing a job can be a very though thing to cope with. Many people tie their identities to their…

David Beren | May 6, 2025 at 11:57 AM EDT

Should I invest all my retirement savings in US treasuries for guaranteed returns over the next 15 years?

If you experience considerable stress over the ups and downs of the stock market, you might be asking yourself a…

David Beren | May 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM EDT

Here’s How I Spent $1,000 to Boost My Quality of Life – What Would You Choose?

In any financial scenario where you work and earn money, the hope is that you can make enough to have…

Maurie Backman | May 6, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT

My 68-year-old mother needs money and I’m wondering if she can get spousal benefits from Social Security if she’s divorced

A lot of people end up retiring without much — or any — savings. And people in that boat…

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Personal Finance Articles

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I rent a studio and make $70K – how do I turn a $1 million inheritance into financial independence?

I’m ready to stop stressing over money – how do I rewire my ‘cheapest-option’ brain when I can truly afford more?

I Bought My House With a $1 Down Payment

My father left me a fortune before he died – is it wrong to refuse to set up college funds for my step-siblings?

Our net worth tops $5 million, but I still book the cheapest hotel room – how can I finally let go of my frugal habits?

I used to struggle in the US, but now I save $3k a month – is this relocation strategy too good to be true?

My wife applied for spousal benefits from Social Security but got her own smaller benefit instead

Is a 25% match in a 401(k) too good to be true?

I have a $3 million portfolio but it’s all in tech. How do I diversify without a huge tax hit?

1 in 20 side hustles now make over $10,000 per month

I Make $13,000 a Month – How Can I Achieve My $1 Million Goal by 30?

I Got Laid Off – Now I Must Choose Between Taking Time Off or Finishing My Career

Should I invest all my retirement savings in US treasuries for guaranteed returns over the next 15 years?

Here’s How I Spent $1,000 to Boost My Quality of Life – What Would You Choose?

My 68-year-old mother needs money and I’m wondering if she can get spousal benefits from Social Security if she’s divorced

The $7,500 Math Behind Vivian Tu’s Decision to Reject Parental Wedding Funding

A $2 Million Dividend Portfolio Cut Its Distribution by $14,400 in One Year and the Holders Did Not Sell

What Retirement Looks Like With $2.4 Million After Your Spouse’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

Still Earning at 69 With a $300,000 IRA? Why Funding a Traditional Account Now Can Backfire at 73

The $7,500 Math Behind Vivian Tu's Decision to Reject Parental Wedding Funding

Still Earning at 69 With a $300,000 IRA? Why Funding a Traditional Account Now Can Backfire at 73

The $7,500 Math Behind Vivian Tu’s Decision to Reject Parental Wedding Funding

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I rent a studio and make $70K – how do I turn a $1 million inheritance into financial independence?

I’m ready to stop stressing over money – how do I rewire my ‘cheapest-option’ brain when I can truly afford more?

I Bought My House With a $1 Down Payment

My father left me a fortune before he died – is it wrong to refuse to set up college funds for my step-siblings?

Our net worth tops $5 million, but I still book the cheapest hotel room – how can I finally let go of my frugal habits?

I used to struggle in the US, but now I save $3k a month – is this relocation strategy too good to be true?

My wife applied for spousal benefits from Social Security but got her own smaller benefit instead

Is a 25% match in a 401(k) too good to be true?

I have a $3 million portfolio but it’s all in tech. How do I diversify without a huge tax hit?

1 in 20 side hustles now make over $10,000 per month

I Make $13,000 a Month – How Can I Achieve My $1 Million Goal by 30?

I Got Laid Off – Now I Must Choose Between Taking Time Off or Finishing My Career

Should I invest all my retirement savings in US treasuries for guaranteed returns over the next 15 years?

Here’s How I Spent $1,000 to Boost My Quality of Life – What Would You Choose?

My 68-year-old mother needs money and I’m wondering if she can get spousal benefits from Social Security if she’s divorced

The $7,500 Math Behind Vivian Tu’s Decision to Reject Parental Wedding Funding

A $2 Million Dividend Portfolio Cut Its Distribution by $14,400 in One Year and the Holders Did Not Sell

What Retirement Looks Like With $2.4 Million After Your Spouse’s Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

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