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Maurie Backman | May 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM EDT

Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

There are many retirees today who have to pay their bills on Social Security alone. And people in that boat…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 12:04 PM EDT

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May: why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

One of the most important things to know about Social Security is when to start applying and how to proceed…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

If you find yourself in a position where you know that you might be inheriting millions of dollars in the…

David Beren | May 12, 2025 at 9:37 AM EDT

3 Game-Changing Questions to Ask Before You Retire

If you have made it to the point where you are ready to retire, you should give yourself a big…

David Beren | May 11, 2025 at 12:31 PM EDT

We rely on both my grandma’s and great-grandma’s Social Security – can my grandma inherit her mother’s benefits?

One of the best reasons Social Security exists is to help those older and unable to work pay their bills…

Joey Frenette | May 11, 2025 at 11:49 AM EDT

He wants us to use his fortune before he’s gone – why do we still struggle to pull money from the family fund?

It’s not out of the ordinary for parents to want to live to see how financial gifts are put to…

David Beren | May 11, 2025 at 10:38 AM EDT

My dad died at 59 and left no clear answers – what Social Security options does my 57-year-old mom have?

One of the worst feelings in anyone’s life is the loss of a loved one, and then an immediate worry…

Jennifer Geer | May 10, 2025 at 3:10 PM EDT

In This State-by-State Breakdown, See What Retirement Savings Are Needed Across the U.S.

A recent survey that polled adults at the end of March 2025 found 41% admitting, “they won’t be able to…

David Beren | May 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM EDT

Most seniors depend on Social Security and would care deeply if payments stopped – new data confirms what we already knew

It should go without saying that with 70 million Americans participating in the Social Security program in some capacity, it’s…

Gerelyn Terzo | May 9, 2025 at 11:17 PM EDT

My wife and I have banked a few million for retirement so far – what changes we should make to optimize our financial plan?

Investing for retirement can be both a journey and a destination, one for which you might choose to tweak along…

David Beren | May 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM EDT

We set aside $2 million in a few short years – do we double down to reach $10 million, or live life now?

One of the most believable aspects of living a fatFIRE life is deciding how much you actually need versus how…

Joey Frenette | May 9, 2025 at 11:32 AM EDT

How to Talk to Your Kids About Money (Without Putting Them to Sleep)

It’s never too early to start teaching kids about money. And while budgeting, savings, finances, math-related topics, and all the…

David Beren | May 9, 2025 at 11:16 AM EDT

We’re expecting our first child and still live in an expensive city – will cashing in another $10 million trust let us downshift?

If you are fortunate enough to have a high salary and a trust fund, congratulations, you have made it in…

David Beren | May 9, 2025 at 10:27 AM EDT

Social Security reached out after my father died saying he was owed benefits – what should I do next?

Social Security is the largest budget item in the United States annually, serving more than 70 million people with retirement,…

David Beren | May 9, 2025 at 9:37 AM EDT

My wife and I have dreams of retiring in 10-15 years – how do you factor in fluctuating income when planning for early retirement?

As is the case with anyone who wants to live the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) lifestyle, there needs to…

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Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May: why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

3 Game-Changing Questions to Ask Before You Retire

We rely on both my grandma’s and great-grandma’s Social Security – can my grandma inherit her mother’s benefits?

He wants us to use his fortune before he’s gone – why do we still struggle to pull money from the family fund?

My dad died at 59 and left no clear answers – what Social Security options does my 57-year-old mom have?

In This State-by-State Breakdown, See What Retirement Savings Are Needed Across the U.S.

Most seniors depend on Social Security and would care deeply if payments stopped – new data confirms what we already knew

My wife and I have banked a few million for retirement so far – what changes we should make to optimize our financial plan?

We set aside $2 million in a few short years – do we double down to reach $10 million, or live life now?

How to Talk to Your Kids About Money (Without Putting Them to Sleep)

We’re expecting our first child and still live in an expensive city – will cashing in another $10 million trust let us downshift?

Social Security reached out after my father died saying he was owed benefits – what should I do next?

My wife and I have dreams of retiring in 10-15 years – how do you factor in fluctuating income when planning for early retirement?

Dave Ramsey: “Citibank and Amex Have Screwed an 85-Year-Old Widow” With $45,000 in Credit Card Debt

What You Owe in Taxes on Your HYSA Interest

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Company Driver vs. Owner-Operator: Only One Can Legally Hide $72,000 a Year From the IRS. Guess Which

Dave Ramsey: "Citibank and Amex Have Screwed an 85-Year-Old Widow" With $45,000 in Credit Card Debt

Company Driver vs. Owner-Operator: Only One Can Legally Hide $72,000 a Year From the IRS. Guess Which

Dave Ramsey: “Citibank and Amex Have Screwed an 85-Year-Old Widow” With $45,000 in Credit Card Debt

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Do These 3 Things to Beat the Average American’s 401(k)

I’m earning $45,000 this year and retiring in May: why is my Social Security benefit suspended and when will it begin?

With a multimillion-dollar windfall on the horizon – is retirement inevitable or should I keep grinding?

3 Game-Changing Questions to Ask Before You Retire

We rely on both my grandma’s and great-grandma’s Social Security – can my grandma inherit her mother’s benefits?

He wants us to use his fortune before he’s gone – why do we still struggle to pull money from the family fund?

My dad died at 59 and left no clear answers – what Social Security options does my 57-year-old mom have?

In This State-by-State Breakdown, See What Retirement Savings Are Needed Across the U.S.

Most seniors depend on Social Security and would care deeply if payments stopped – new data confirms what we already knew

My wife and I have banked a few million for retirement so far – what changes we should make to optimize our financial plan?

We set aside $2 million in a few short years – do we double down to reach $10 million, or live life now?

How to Talk to Your Kids About Money (Without Putting Them to Sleep)

We’re expecting our first child and still live in an expensive city – will cashing in another $10 million trust let us downshift?

Social Security reached out after my father died saying he was owed benefits – what should I do next?

My wife and I have dreams of retiring in 10-15 years – how do you factor in fluctuating income when planning for early retirement?

Dave Ramsey: “Citibank and Amex Have Screwed an 85-Year-Old Widow” With $45,000 in Credit Card Debt

What You Owe in Taxes on Your HYSA Interest

Hormuz Tolls Are Just the Beginning: The World’s Busiest Shipping Route Could Be Next

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