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Joey Frenette | Apr 10, 2025 at 10:33 AM EDT

Facing Early Retirement at 61 with a Young Child: My Financial Plan and Concerns

Retiring early with a young child comes with more than its fair share of additional challenges. That said, if the…

David Beren | Apr 10, 2025 at 10:11 AM EDT

If You’ve Banked $2 Million By 40, Do You Need to Keep Saving for Retirement?

Suppose you’re already into or learning about the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement and the love idea of having…

Maurie Backman | Apr 10, 2025 at 9:47 AM EDT

Americans Are Worried About a Recession. Here’s How to Prepare

Earlier this year, it seemed like the U.S. economy was in good shape and would stay that way for a…

Maurie Backman | Apr 10, 2025 at 9:39 AM EDT

Will Trump’s Tariffs Lead to a Larger Social Security COLA in 2026?

When the Social Security Administration announced last October that Social Security benefits would be getting a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)…

Marc Guberti | Apr 10, 2025 at 9:34 AM EDT

After almost 20 years of marriage and a road trip filled with Dave Ramsey, we finally paid off our home

Dave Ramsey has provided a lot of financial insights through his bestselling books and radio show, but that’s not the…

Marc Guberti | Apr 10, 2025 at 9:17 AM EDT

At 30, I’m $45K in debt but landed a $125K job—how do I work towards early retirement?

It’s never too late to get out of debt, and a 30-year-old Redditor is planning their next move after landing…

Maurie Backman | Apr 10, 2025 at 8:55 AM EDT

More than 90% of seniors say they’d care if Social Security checks stopped – and many can’t go a month without them

Even if you’re not retired (or anywhere close), you’re probably aware that many older Americans today rely on Social…

Joey Frenette | Apr 10, 2025 at 7:59 AM EDT

How Much of My Income Should I Save for Retirement in My Late 30s?

If you’re approaching your late 30s, it’s time to start getting serious about saving for retirement. Undoubtedly, as one’s career…

Maurie Backman | Apr 10, 2025 at 6:33 AM EDT

I Got Ripped Off by My Contractor: How Can I Avoid Being Overcharged Again?

When my husband and I were in the process of finishing our basement, we knew we couldn’t handle it…

Maurie Backman | Apr 9, 2025 at 5:35 PM EDT

Why Your Next Car Loan Could Cost You More Than You Think

For many people, owning a car is an unavoidable thing. Unless you have access to reliable public transportation or you…

Maurie Backman | Apr 9, 2025 at 2:35 PM EDT

Why High Credit Card Rates Might Not Go Down Anytime Soon

There’s a reason credit card debt can be so dangerous. Credit cards are notorious for charging large amounts of interest.…

David Beren | Apr 9, 2025 at 2:31 PM EDT

10 Tips to Avoid Social Security Scams and Fraud

Unfortunately, Social Security scams and fraudulent activity are not just a possibility but happen daily to good people. The hope…

David Beren | Apr 9, 2025 at 1:38 PM EDT

Is Your 401(k) on Track? What Most People Get Wrong About Retirement Savings

One of the most important questions anyone can answer is whether or not their retirement savings are on track. Given…

David Beren | Apr 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM EDT

My credit score soared 132 points and now my dream car is in sight. Here’s how I pulled it off.

One of the best feelings in the world, at least in the personal finance world, can be raising your credit…

Christy Bieber | Apr 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM EDT

I froze in 2020 and missed the stock market rebound – now with $750,000 left to invest, I’m choosing a different path

A Reddit poster is regretting a big mistake he made with his past investments, and he’s correcting course this time.…

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Facing Early Retirement at 61 with a Young Child: My Financial Plan and Concerns

If You’ve Banked $2 Million By 40, Do You Need to Keep Saving for Retirement?

Americans Are Worried About a Recession. Here’s How to Prepare

Will Trump’s Tariffs Lead to a Larger Social Security COLA in 2026?

After almost 20 years of marriage and a road trip filled with Dave Ramsey, we finally paid off our home

At 30, I’m $45K in debt but landed a $125K job—how do I work towards early retirement?

More than 90% of seniors say they’d care if Social Security checks stopped – and many can’t go a month without them

How Much of My Income Should I Save for Retirement in My Late 30s?

I Got Ripped Off by My Contractor: How Can I Avoid Being Overcharged Again?

Why Your Next Car Loan Could Cost You More Than You Think

Why High Credit Card Rates Might Not Go Down Anytime Soon

10 Tips to Avoid Social Security Scams and Fraud

Is Your 401(k) on Track? What Most People Get Wrong About Retirement Savings

My credit score soared 132 points and now my dream car is in sight. Here’s how I pulled it off.

I froze in 2020 and missed the stock market rebound – now with $750,000 left to invest, I’m choosing a different path

Same Portfolio. Same Retirement. A 10-Mile Move Costs One Couple $10,000 A Year

She Remarried at 62 and Assumed She Lost Her Late Husband’s Survivor Benefit. The Age-60 Rule Says Otherwise.

Dividend Safety Check: JEPI and Covered Call Equity Income

Same Portfolio. Same Retirement. A 10-Mile Move Costs One Couple $10,000 A Year

She Remarried at 62 and Assumed She Lost Her Late Husband's Survivor Benefit. The Age-60 Rule Says Otherwise.

Same Portfolio. Same Retirement. A 10-Mile Move Costs One Couple $10,000 A Year

She Remarried at 62 and Assumed She Lost Her Late Husband’s Survivor Benefit. The Age-60 Rule Says Otherwise.

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Facing Early Retirement at 61 with a Young Child: My Financial Plan and Concerns

If You’ve Banked $2 Million By 40, Do You Need to Keep Saving for Retirement?

Americans Are Worried About a Recession. Here’s How to Prepare

Will Trump’s Tariffs Lead to a Larger Social Security COLA in 2026?

After almost 20 years of marriage and a road trip filled with Dave Ramsey, we finally paid off our home

At 30, I’m $45K in debt but landed a $125K job—how do I work towards early retirement?

More than 90% of seniors say they’d care if Social Security checks stopped – and many can’t go a month without them

How Much of My Income Should I Save for Retirement in My Late 30s?

I Got Ripped Off by My Contractor: How Can I Avoid Being Overcharged Again?

Why Your Next Car Loan Could Cost You More Than You Think

Why High Credit Card Rates Might Not Go Down Anytime Soon

10 Tips to Avoid Social Security Scams and Fraud

Is Your 401(k) on Track? What Most People Get Wrong About Retirement Savings

My credit score soared 132 points and now my dream car is in sight. Here’s how I pulled it off.

I froze in 2020 and missed the stock market rebound – now with $750,000 left to invest, I’m choosing a different path

Same Portfolio. Same Retirement. A 10-Mile Move Costs One Couple $10,000 A Year

She Remarried at 62 and Assumed She Lost Her Late Husband’s Survivor Benefit. The Age-60 Rule Says Otherwise.

Dividend Safety Check: JEPI and Covered Call Equity Income

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Same Portfolio. Same Retirement. A 10-Mile Move Costs One Couple $10,000 A Year

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