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Drew Wood | Feb 25, 2025 at 6:36 AM EST

Here’s What You Should Do, and Not Do, If You Win the Lottery

It’s everyone’s fantasy: “What would I do if I won the lottery?” And whether we ever play the lottery or…

Marc Guberti | Feb 24, 2025 at 10:42 PM EST

I earned $2,000 worth of credit card rewards while raising my credit score from 590 to 715

You can earn a lot of money from credit cards if you use them correctly and pay off your balance…

John Seetoo | Feb 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM EST

Elon Musk says, “Failure is an option here. If you’re not failing, you’re not taking enough risks” – is this a smart approach?

Along with President Donald Trump, Elon Musk is probably second, if not tied, for the most famous person on Planet…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM EST

What does a financial advisor know that I do not?

Hiring a financial advisor is a personal choice. And it’s not something you automatically have to do. But before…

David Beren | Feb 24, 2025 at 2:47 PM EST

I Used to Only Use Cash-Back Credit Cards, but These 10 Travel Cards Changed My Rewards Strategy

Whether you are a frequent traveler or aspiring to become one, having a travel credit card can be the right…

Ian Cooper | Feb 24, 2025 at 2:36 PM EST

3 Brilliant Ways to Regain Control of Your Finances, According to Suze Orman

One of the last things you want to lose control of is your finances. Unfortunately, according to Capital One, “73%…

David Beren | Feb 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM EST

Seriously, get and use a credit card. There are 5 big reasons they’re better

With the widespread release of credit cards in the 1950s and 1960s, they have since become ubiquitous in everyday life.…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 11:53 AM EST

After Maxing Out Your 401(k), These Are the Next Steps

Maxing out a 401(k) could set you up for a very rich retirement. In 2025, maxing out a 401(k) means…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 11:24 AM EST

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Savings Yields Have Rebounded

There was a time not so long ago when you could barely get a savings account to pay you 1%…

Christy Bieber | Feb 24, 2025 at 11:04 AM EST

I’m mid-40s and was making $100k a year until I lost my job – what should I do with the $25k in car loans I have?

A Reddit user with a $100K income said she and her husband were well on their way to becoming “financially…

Christy Bieber | Feb 24, 2025 at 9:09 AM EST

I’m 30 and want to retire because I’m burnt out but if I stick it out for another 2 years I’ll get $10 million – is it worth it?

Is it worth doing another two years of work you don’t like for a $10 million payout? Most people would…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 8:51 AM EST

I’m Not Yet 50 And Want To Retire In A Decade, Spending $600K Per Year. Am I On Track?

Some people are thankful if they’re able to retire with $600,000 in total. But this Reddit poster is a…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 8:12 AM EST

5 reasons to stop using your debit card and switch to a credit card instead

I got my first credit card around the same time I got my first debit card. I was a…

Dana George | Feb 24, 2025 at 7:57 AM EST

I’ve Been Writing About Personal Finance for 30+ Years and These Are My 6 Alternatives to the 50/30/20 Budgeting Rule

I’m a huge fan of the 50/30/20 rule and find it especially useful for those who’ve never budgeted. The way…

Maurie Backman | Feb 24, 2025 at 7:18 AM EST

I Live in a $1M Home and Have $3M Saved Up at 50 — Why Does It Feel Like I’m Behind?

A 2024 Bank of America survey found that about 25% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck with no savings whatsoever.…

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Here’s What You Should Do, and Not Do, If You Win the Lottery

I earned $2,000 worth of credit card rewards while raising my credit score from 590 to 715

Elon Musk says, “Failure is an option here. If you’re not failing, you’re not taking enough risks” – is this a smart approach?

What does a financial advisor know that I do not?

I Used to Only Use Cash-Back Credit Cards, but These 10 Travel Cards Changed My Rewards Strategy

3 Brilliant Ways to Regain Control of Your Finances, According to Suze Orman

Seriously, get and use a credit card. There are 5 big reasons they’re better

After Maxing Out Your 401(k), These Are the Next Steps

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Savings Yields Have Rebounded

I’m mid-40s and was making $100k a year until I lost my job – what should I do with the $25k in car loans I have?

I’m 30 and want to retire because I’m burnt out but if I stick it out for another 2 years I’ll get $10 million – is it worth it?

I’m Not Yet 50 And Want To Retire In A Decade, Spending $600K Per Year. Am I On Track?

5 reasons to stop using your debit card and switch to a credit card instead

I’ve Been Writing About Personal Finance for 30+ Years and These Are My 6 Alternatives to the 50/30/20 Budgeting Rule

I Live in a $1M Home and Have $3M Saved Up at 50 — Why Does It Feel Like I’m Behind?

The 401(k) Bracket Smoothing Math: Why a 66 Year Old Couple With $1.5 Million Should Convert Exactly $90,000 a Year

After Comparing Every Weekly Pay ETF on the Market, Roundhill’s Lineup Is the Only One Somewhat Delivering

Why $34,000 Is the Social Security Tax Threshold Most Retirees Never See Coming

The 401(k) Bracket Smoothing Math: Why a 66 Year Old Couple With $1.5 Million Should Convert Exactly $90,000 a Year

Why $34,000 Is the Social Security Tax Threshold Most Retirees Never See Coming

Financial Decisions People Regret Most After Age 50

The 401(k) Bracket Smoothing Math: Why a 66 Year Old Couple With $1.5 Million Should Convert Exactly $90,000 a Year

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Here’s What You Should Do, and Not Do, If You Win the Lottery

I earned $2,000 worth of credit card rewards while raising my credit score from 590 to 715

Elon Musk says, “Failure is an option here. If you’re not failing, you’re not taking enough risks” – is this a smart approach?

What does a financial advisor know that I do not?

I Used to Only Use Cash-Back Credit Cards, but These 10 Travel Cards Changed My Rewards Strategy

3 Brilliant Ways to Regain Control of Your Finances, According to Suze Orman

Seriously, get and use a credit card. There are 5 big reasons they’re better

After Maxing Out Your 401(k), These Are the Next Steps

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Savings Yields Have Rebounded

I’m mid-40s and was making $100k a year until I lost my job – what should I do with the $25k in car loans I have?

I’m 30 and want to retire because I’m burnt out but if I stick it out for another 2 years I’ll get $10 million – is it worth it?

I’m Not Yet 50 And Want To Retire In A Decade, Spending $600K Per Year. Am I On Track?

5 reasons to stop using your debit card and switch to a credit card instead

I’ve Been Writing About Personal Finance for 30+ Years and These Are My 6 Alternatives to the 50/30/20 Budgeting Rule

I Live in a $1M Home and Have $3M Saved Up at 50 — Why Does It Feel Like I’m Behind?

The 401(k) Bracket Smoothing Math: Why a 66 Year Old Couple With $1.5 Million Should Convert Exactly $90,000 a Year

After Comparing Every Weekly Pay ETF on the Market, Roundhill’s Lineup Is the Only One Somewhat Delivering

Why $34,000 Is the Social Security Tax Threshold Most Retirees Never See Coming

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