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David Beren | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:16 AM EDT

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

As tax season, a time most Americans dread, starts inching closer to the finish line, better known as the tax…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:10 AM EDT

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

A Reddit user is very concerned about his parents’ retirement prospects. His father is retiring within weeks and, when he…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:07 AM EDT

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

A lot of people dream of retiring on the early side. And in this Reddit post, we have a…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM EDT

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

A Reddit user is trying to decide how to organize his financial priorities. The original poster (OP) said he has…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:55 AM EDT

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

When President Trump took office, one of the first things he did was greenlight his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:37 AM EDT

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

Inheriting money can be a positive thing — especially when there’s lots to go around. But it also has…

Joey Frenette | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:27 AM EDT

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Vanguard’s Target Retirement Funds are the perfect option for new retirees who just want to set and forget. For those…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:09 AM EDT

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

A disabled Reddit user is living off of her settlement money because she is unable to work. She wants to…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 8:15 AM EDT

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

A Reddit user said he was overpaid at his job, and he isn’t sure what to do next. He explained…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 8:06 AM EDT

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

A Reddit user with $6 million in liquid assets is trying to figure out whether she needs to go back…

Joey Frenette | Apr 2, 2025 at 6:33 AM EDT

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

It’s nice to be able to retire on one’s own terms, with a scheduled retirement date, a nice retirement party,…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 6:05 AM EDT

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

A Reddit user who works as a self-employed musician is facing a dilemma right now. As the poster explained, his…

Maurie Backman | Apr 1, 2025 at 3:26 PM EDT

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

The past few years have been great for existing homeowners who are now sitting on record levels of equity. But…

Marc Guberti | Apr 1, 2025 at 1:17 PM EDT

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

It takes a lot of planning and action to retire at 60. Even if you don’t want to retire at…

Maurie Backman | Apr 1, 2025 at 11:47 AM EDT

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

There are millions of Americans who have less than $1,000 to their name. And the Federal Reserve recently found…

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The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Social Worker’s Salary

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SMH ETF Investors: Watch Hyperscaler Capex Guidance at July Earnings Calls

A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Social Worker's Salary

The Average American Has Worked for 6 Employers and 23% Still Have Multiple Old Retirement Accounts, Fidelity's 2026 Study Finds

A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Social Worker’s Salary

Prediction: Pfizer Stock Will Double on This Date

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Social Worker’s Salary

Prediction: Pfizer Stock Will Double on This Date

SMH ETF Investors: Watch Hyperscaler Capex Guidance at July Earnings Calls

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A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Social Worker's Salary

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