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David Beren | May 13, 2025 at 12:07 PM EDT

My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

For anyone who wants to make it one day in the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) world, there is often…

Maurie Backman | May 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM EDT

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Many people look forward to being able to collect Social Security in retirement. But actually, you don’t necessarily have…

Maurie Backman | May 13, 2025 at 10:32 AM EDT

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

It’s not an easy thing to save money for retirement. Many people try to do it only to be thwarted…

David Beren | May 13, 2025 at 9:25 AM EDT

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

It’s not at all unexpected to learn that Social Security plays a pivotal role in the lives of more than…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

A Reddit user is in his late 30s with around $14 million, and he’s trying to decide what he should…

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…

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My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

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?

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Personal Finance Articles

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My $1.6 million retirement account has an automatic annuity clause if I die – what are my options?

I was approved for Social Security but told it’s suspended because I’m still working – how do I “prove” I stopped?

Do you know how much money the average Social Security recipient gets today? The answer may surprise you

Social Security says I owe $13,000, but I’ve never gotten benefits – how is this possible?

I’m in my late 30s with a $14 million net worth and I’m struggling to figure out what comes next

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?

The 180-Day Window That Lets You Erase Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate Forever

Oil Well Deductions Can Shelter 80% of Your Investment in Year One andHere’s the Tax Code That Allows It

Nvidia’s CEO Just Predicted a New Blue-Collar Millionaire Class. Here Are 5 Stocks Worth Watching.

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