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Maurie Backman | Mar 21, 2025 at 11:59 AM EDT

Only 48% of Americans Understand that Large Tax Refunds Aren’t Free Money

When my friend called me recently to complain that she was only getting a $400 tax refund this year,…

John Seetoo | Mar 21, 2025 at 11:33 AM EDT

I Believe Rocket Lab (RKLB) Can Surpass SpaceX and Transform the Space Industry

New technology sectors inevitably splinter into specialization. When personal computers first launched, companies like Apple and IBM, who made computers,…

Joey Frenette | Mar 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM EDT

Ben Franklin said “beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship” – Here’s how to eliminate overlooked expenses

Ben Franklin, known by many young people as the face of the 100-dollar bill, was an American icon of his…

Maurie Backman | Mar 21, 2025 at 11:03 AM EDT

They died without a will – are these two nephews going to end up with 10% of the estate?

Losing a loved one can be devastating — but so can having to figure out who gets what portion…

Christy Bieber | Mar 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

I’m rich, and worry that giving more to one child when we die will damage sibling bonds – am I overreacting?

A Reddit user has come into some money and is trying to decide how to distribute it among his three…

David Beren | Mar 21, 2025 at 10:48 AM EDT

Side Hustles You Can Start Right Now and Bank Extra Cash Before Summer

The rise of the side hustle has undoubtedly created more opportunities for extra income. Today, Bankrate indicates that around 44% of…

Aaron Webber | Mar 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM EDT

Why I Cancelled My AMEX Gold: Exploring My New No-AF Credit Card Strategy

When it seems like every credit card has some rewards program or special benefit, how is one supposed to know…

David Beren | Mar 21, 2025 at 10:05 AM EDT

4 Financial Benefits Millennials Got that Future Generations Will Likely Never See Again

While much of the conversation about millennials and finance nowadays lean toward the idea that millennials have lots of debt…

Christy Bieber | Mar 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT

With millions in the bank, am I crazy to jump off the treadmill or should I start having more fun?

A 49-year-old Redditor with a $25 million net worth and $3 million in annual income is ready to retire. He…

Christy Bieber | Mar 21, 2025 at 9:19 AM EDT

I’ve been retired for 3 years after building a successful startup – why is finding meaning in retirement still so hard?

A Reddit user built a successful startup, which gave him plenty of money to retire and set not just himself…

Maurie Backman | Mar 21, 2025 at 9:18 AM EDT

I spent $185k this year because of family adventures – with college costs looming, am I trapped in a never-ending grind?

It’s not so uncommon to have a year when your spending increases. It could be that you’re renovating your…

Maurie Backman | Mar 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM EDT

I’ve converted 46% of my nest egg to Roth – am I overshooting my target with more conversions?

If you’re unable to contribute to a Roth account directly, there’s good news — you can convert a traditional…

Maurie Backman | Mar 21, 2025 at 8:31 AM EDT

I’m 39, debt-free with over $3 million invested, and retiring today – are my numbers too tight for comfort?

A lot of people dream of retiring early. And with enough money, it may be a goal you can…

Joey Frenette | Mar 21, 2025 at 8:31 AM EDT

Retired at 52 with a paid-of lake house – should we buy a second home or just rent?

Just because you’re retired doesn’t mean the wealth creation journey ends. Indeed, many younger retirees who have well more than…

Joey Frenette | Mar 21, 2025 at 6:51 AM EDT

I’m 48 with a $1 million retirement portfolio – would recalculating my 4% withdrawal every year let me spend more safely?

Finding the perfect withdrawal rate is something that all prospective retirees should do well ahead of time. Undoubtedly, the so-called…

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Only 48% of Americans Understand that Large Tax Refunds Aren’t Free Money

I Believe Rocket Lab (RKLB) Can Surpass SpaceX and Transform the Space Industry

Ben Franklin said “beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship” – Here’s how to eliminate overlooked expenses

They died without a will – are these two nephews going to end up with 10% of the estate?

I’m rich, and worry that giving more to one child when we die will damage sibling bonds – am I overreacting?

Side Hustles You Can Start Right Now and Bank Extra Cash Before Summer

Why I Cancelled My AMEX Gold: Exploring My New No-AF Credit Card Strategy

4 Financial Benefits Millennials Got that Future Generations Will Likely Never See Again

With millions in the bank, am I crazy to jump off the treadmill or should I start having more fun?

I’ve been retired for 3 years after building a successful startup – why is finding meaning in retirement still so hard?

I spent $185k this year because of family adventures – with college costs looming, am I trapped in a never-ending grind?

I’ve converted 46% of my nest egg to Roth – am I overshooting my target with more conversions?

I’m 39, debt-free with over $3 million invested, and retiring today – are my numbers too tight for comfort?

Retired at 52 with a paid-of lake house – should we buy a second home or just rent?

I’m 48 with a $1 million retirement portfolio – would recalculating my 4% withdrawal every year let me spend more safely?

1 Plain-As-Day Dividend King to Buy and Never Sell That Has Increased Its Payout for 64 Consecutive Years

The RMD Trap: How a Single $95,000 Withdrawal Blindsided a 73-Year-Old’s Medicare Costs

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The RMD Trap: How a Single $95,000 Withdrawal Blindsided a 73-Year-Old's Medicare Costs

The Roth Conversion That Added $999.60 to a Retiree's Medicare Bill...Two Years Later

1 Plain-As-Day Dividend King to Buy and Never Sell That Has Increased Its Payout for 64 Consecutive Years

The RMD Trap: How a Single $95,000 Withdrawal Blindsided a 73-Year-Old’s Medicare Costs

Personal Finance Articles

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Only 48% of Americans Understand that Large Tax Refunds Aren’t Free Money

I Believe Rocket Lab (RKLB) Can Surpass SpaceX and Transform the Space Industry

Ben Franklin said “beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship” – Here’s how to eliminate overlooked expenses

They died without a will – are these two nephews going to end up with 10% of the estate?

I’m rich, and worry that giving more to one child when we die will damage sibling bonds – am I overreacting?

Side Hustles You Can Start Right Now and Bank Extra Cash Before Summer

Why I Cancelled My AMEX Gold: Exploring My New No-AF Credit Card Strategy

4 Financial Benefits Millennials Got that Future Generations Will Likely Never See Again

With millions in the bank, am I crazy to jump off the treadmill or should I start having more fun?

I’ve been retired for 3 years after building a successful startup – why is finding meaning in retirement still so hard?

I spent $185k this year because of family adventures – with college costs looming, am I trapped in a never-ending grind?

I’ve converted 46% of my nest egg to Roth – am I overshooting my target with more conversions?

I’m 39, debt-free with over $3 million invested, and retiring today – are my numbers too tight for comfort?

Retired at 52 with a paid-of lake house – should we buy a second home or just rent?

I’m 48 with a $1 million retirement portfolio – would recalculating my 4% withdrawal every year let me spend more safely?

1 Plain-As-Day Dividend King to Buy and Never Sell That Has Increased Its Payout for 64 Consecutive Years

The RMD Trap: How a Single $95,000 Withdrawal Blindsided a 73-Year-Old’s Medicare Costs

3 Utility Stocks That’ll Pay Your Bills For Years

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The RMD Trap: How a Single $95,000 Withdrawal Blindsided a 73-Year-Old's Medicare Costs

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