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Maurie Backman | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:42 AM EDT

Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

Your credit score is an important number, because it tells lenders how trustworthy a borrower you are. The higher…

Drew Wood | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM EDT

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

Ever seen someone homeless and thought, “McDonald’s is always hiring. Why don’t they just get a job and work their…

Austin Smith | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:13 AM EDT

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

What is “the best card that can give me the max amount of cash back for everyday purchases like gas…

Maurie Backman | Apr 13, 2025 at 9:05 AM EDT

What I Wish I Knew Before Setting Up a 401k: Lessons from My Small Business Experience

Owning a small business is no easy feat. There are a world of things you have to keep tabs…

Maurie Backman | Apr 13, 2025 at 7:49 AM EDT

We both started collecting Social Security but didn’t file for spousal benefits – can we still fix it?

Social Security is a complex program that’s loaded with rules. And sometimes, not knowing the rules can come back…

Christy Bieber | Apr 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM EDT

Robert Kiyosaki says “the 401(k) is a trap for most people” – is he right?

Robert Kiyosaki is the author of “Rich Dad, Poor Dad.” He also has a very controversial opinion on 401(k) plans.…

Christy Bieber | Apr 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM EDT

Will $2,700 a Month Be Enough for My Retirement Adventures?

A Reddit user is trying to determine if the “spare” money he will have each month is going to be…

David Beren | Apr 12, 2025 at 2:27 PM EDT

4 in 10 Side Hustlers Earn Under $100 Dollars a Month – Why Do They Keep Going?

One of the biggest truths in the American workforce today is that one income alone might not be enough to…

David Beren | Apr 12, 2025 at 1:57 PM EDT

Frankly, After 3 Months The Apple Credit Card Just Kind of Stinks Compared to Others

As much of a believer as I am around Apple making the best phones and computers in the country, I…

David Beren | Apr 12, 2025 at 1:33 PM EDT

Take These Financial Planning Steps if You’re Concerned About Social Security’s Future

One of the most important questions in the US right now is what will happen to Social Security in the…

John Seetoo | Apr 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM EDT

Steve Harvey says “Your career is what you’re paid for, your calling is what you’re made for”

People can be surprisingly generous in their forgiveness for major public mistakes if they maintain their sense of humor and…

Maurie Backman | Apr 12, 2025 at 12:16 PM EDT

I Raised My Credit Score 125 Points And Earned $2,000 At The Same Time. This Is The Playbook.

There’s a reason credit cards tend to get such a bad reputation. A lot of people manage to get…

Maurie Backman | Apr 12, 2025 at 12:14 PM EDT

Here’s the Truth About Social Security Benefit Cuts

There are millions of older Americans today who rely on Social Security for income. And while some seniors use Social…

Maurie Backman | Apr 12, 2025 at 12:01 PM EDT

Should I let my wife retire early and risk private medical costs for our family of four?

Many people dream of retiring early and the freedom that comes with it. And if you save well enough,…

Joey Frenette | Apr 12, 2025 at 11:43 AM EDT

Should I cancel my old credit card or keep paying the fee?

There are pros and cons involving the closure of a credit card. If you’ve found you’re hanging onto one or…

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Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

What I Wish I Knew Before Setting Up a 401k: Lessons from My Small Business Experience

We both started collecting Social Security but didn’t file for spousal benefits – can we still fix it?

Robert Kiyosaki says “the 401(k) is a trap for most people” – is he right?

Will $2,700 a Month Be Enough for My Retirement Adventures?

4 in 10 Side Hustlers Earn Under $100 Dollars a Month – Why Do They Keep Going?

Frankly, After 3 Months The Apple Credit Card Just Kind of Stinks Compared to Others

Take These Financial Planning Steps if You’re Concerned About Social Security’s Future

Steve Harvey says “Your career is what you’re paid for, your calling is what you’re made for”

I Raised My Credit Score 125 Points And Earned $2,000 At The Same Time. This Is The Playbook.

Here’s the Truth About Social Security Benefit Cuts

Should I let my wife retire early and risk private medical costs for our family of four?

Should I cancel my old credit card or keep paying the fee?

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

Personal Finance Articles

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Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

What I Wish I Knew Before Setting Up a 401k: Lessons from My Small Business Experience

We both started collecting Social Security but didn’t file for spousal benefits – can we still fix it?

Robert Kiyosaki says “the 401(k) is a trap for most people” – is he right?

Will $2,700 a Month Be Enough for My Retirement Adventures?

4 in 10 Side Hustlers Earn Under $100 Dollars a Month – Why Do They Keep Going?

Frankly, After 3 Months The Apple Credit Card Just Kind of Stinks Compared to Others

Take These Financial Planning Steps if You’re Concerned About Social Security’s Future

Steve Harvey says “Your career is what you’re paid for, your calling is what you’re made for”

I Raised My Credit Score 125 Points And Earned $2,000 At The Same Time. This Is The Playbook.

Here’s the Truth About Social Security Benefit Cuts

Should I let my wife retire early and risk private medical costs for our family of four?

Should I cancel my old credit card or keep paying the fee?

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

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66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

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