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John Seetoo | Apr 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM EDT

I Have $80 Million But Feel Like I’m Still Working for Someone Else, Will It Ever Change?

The movie Limitless (2011) featured Bradley Cooper in his first dramatic starring role as Eddie Morra, a struggling writer who…

Marc Guberti | Apr 21, 2025 at 2:59 PM EDT

Should I invest in a Roth IRA or is retirement just for the wealthy?

Products and services have been getting more expensive for years, and wages haven’t kept up. Although the affordability crisis can…

David Beren | Apr 21, 2025 at 2:11 PM EDT

The 3 Questions Savvy Planners Ask to Retire on Their Own Timeline

When it comes to retirement planning, the word “planning” is really key, as you are hopefully thinking ahead about what…

David Beren | Apr 21, 2025 at 1:31 PM EDT

Will I Die Soon After I Retire? My Fear of Losing Life’s Joy After Years of Hard Work

In the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) community, there is a definite hope that by retiring early, you will still…

Marc Guberti | Apr 21, 2025 at 12:58 PM EDT

I Spent $1,400 on Useless Things Last Weekend—How Do I Stop This Cycle?

Impulsive purchases may give you a dopamine rush at the moment, but people often regret these types of purchases when…

David Beren | Apr 21, 2025 at 11:19 AM EDT

Can I Withdraw My Entire Roth 401k Contribution After 5 Years?

One of the biggest questions anyone will ask about their financial future is exactly how a 401(k) works. At some…

David Beren | Apr 21, 2025 at 10:38 AM EDT

7 Lesser-Known Social Security Programs and Provisions

While many know that Social Security provides retirement benefits to those 62 and over, there is far more to the…

Christy Bieber | Apr 21, 2025 at 10:10 AM EDT

We’re planning for retirement but still rent in NYC – can you retire early without owning a home?

A Reddit user is hoping to retire early, but there’s a potential problem. He lives in a very expensive area,…

Maurie Backman | Apr 21, 2025 at 9:34 AM EDT

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

It’s hardly a secret that the cost of college has been going nowhere but up. And a lot of…

John Seetoo | Apr 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM EDT

Passive Income Ideas to Start Before Summer Ends

One of the economic hallmarks of President Trump’s previous term was the explosive growth of entrepreneurism and new businesses…

Christy Bieber | Apr 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM EDT

Should I trade up to my dream home now or work longer for financial independence?

Buying a dream home is a goal for many — but is it a goal that you should prioritize over…

David Beren | Apr 20, 2025 at 2:19 PM EDT

Maybe It’s selfish, but my parents hid my $3 million inheritance and it backfired. I lived my whole life under financial worry

One of the most challenging conversations any parent can have with their child is what happens after they are gone.…

David Beren | Apr 20, 2025 at 1:47 PM EDT

How I Found the Best First Credit Card with No Credit History

As soon as you hit a certain age, it makes all the sense to take out a credit card and…

David Beren | Apr 20, 2025 at 12:29 PM EDT

My Sister-in-Law Ran Up $12K on Our Credit Card – How Can We Recover the Money?

One of the worst things that can happen to anyone in the financial world is discovering they are the victim…

Marc Guberti | Apr 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM EDT

I’m getting ready to retire next year and want to sell some stocks and buy bonds – what’s the smartest way to do this?

A couple in their mid-50s is planning for retirement and wants to know the best approach for selling stocks. They…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I Have $80 Million But Feel Like I’m Still Working for Someone Else, Will It Ever Change?

Should I invest in a Roth IRA or is retirement just for the wealthy?

The 3 Questions Savvy Planners Ask to Retire on Their Own Timeline

Will I Die Soon After I Retire? My Fear of Losing Life’s Joy After Years of Hard Work

I Spent $1,400 on Useless Things Last Weekend—How Do I Stop This Cycle?

Can I Withdraw My Entire Roth 401k Contribution After 5 Years?

7 Lesser-Known Social Security Programs and Provisions

We’re planning for retirement but still rent in NYC – can you retire early without owning a home?

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

Passive Income Ideas to Start Before Summer Ends

Should I trade up to my dream home now or work longer for financial independence?

Maybe It’s selfish, but my parents hid my $3 million inheritance and it backfired. I lived my whole life under financial worry

How I Found the Best First Credit Card with No Credit History

My Sister-in-Law Ran Up $12K on Our Credit Card – How Can We Recover the Money?

I’m getting ready to retire next year and want to sell some stocks and buy bonds – what’s the smartest way to do this?

The Average Retiree Could Lose $6,000+ in Social Security Benefits per Year Unless Congress Acts Soon

Social Security COLAs Are Poised to Disappear, Possibly Forever – Here’s Why

Everyone Wants to Leave California. Should Retirees Follow the Crowd?

The Average Retiree Could Lose $6,000+ in Social Security Benefits per Year Unless Congress Acts Soon

Social Security COLAs Are Poised to Disappear, Possibly Forever - Here's Why

The Average Retiree Could Lose $6,000+ in Social Security Benefits per Year Unless Congress Acts Soon

Social Security COLAs Are Poised to Disappear, Possibly Forever – Here’s Why

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I Have $80 Million But Feel Like I’m Still Working for Someone Else, Will It Ever Change?

Should I invest in a Roth IRA or is retirement just for the wealthy?

The 3 Questions Savvy Planners Ask to Retire on Their Own Timeline

Will I Die Soon After I Retire? My Fear of Losing Life’s Joy After Years of Hard Work

I Spent $1,400 on Useless Things Last Weekend—How Do I Stop This Cycle?

Can I Withdraw My Entire Roth 401k Contribution After 5 Years?

7 Lesser-Known Social Security Programs and Provisions

We’re planning for retirement but still rent in NYC – can you retire early without owning a home?

Planning for college: Are parents budgeting $200K in 529s plus $20K+ per year in extra spending?

Passive Income Ideas to Start Before Summer Ends

Should I trade up to my dream home now or work longer for financial independence?

Maybe It’s selfish, but my parents hid my $3 million inheritance and it backfired. I lived my whole life under financial worry

How I Found the Best First Credit Card with No Credit History

My Sister-in-Law Ran Up $12K on Our Credit Card – How Can We Recover the Money?

I’m getting ready to retire next year and want to sell some stocks and buy bonds – what’s the smartest way to do this?

The Average Retiree Could Lose $6,000+ in Social Security Benefits per Year Unless Congress Acts Soon

Social Security COLAs Are Poised to Disappear, Possibly Forever – Here’s Why

Everyone Wants to Leave California. Should Retirees Follow the Crowd?

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