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Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM EDT

3 Harsh Social Security Truths You Need to Know

There are millions of older Americans today who collect a monthly Social Security benefit. For some, that’s their only income…

Christy Bieber | Apr 15, 2025 at 1:35 PM EDT

With $70,000 income and a potential $1 million windfall, how do I set myself up financially for life?

A Reddit user in his late 20s who is earning $70,000 right now is on track to get a windfall…

David Beren | Apr 15, 2025 at 1:19 PM EDT

Why Do Chase Shopping Offers Feel Blah Compared to Capital One’s 100+ Deals?

In the world of cash-back credit cards, Chase and Capital One are undoubtedly two of the best places to start.…

Christy Bieber | Apr 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM EDT

Should I leave my $200K job for family time and peace of mind, despite my husband’s high income?

A Reddit poster is wondering whether to leave her corporate job to have more time with her family. Her husband…

John Seetoo | Apr 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM EDT

My Strategy for Managing Portfolio Withdrawals During Market Volatility: $400K or $360K?

The 4% withdrawal rule for retirement savings has become familiar among younger people thanks to the popularization of the FIRE…

Christy Bieber | Apr 15, 2025 at 12:45 PM EDT

Am I Making a Mistake Paying $700 a Month on My Student Loans Instead of Investing for Retirement?

A Reddit poster has around $18K left on his student loans, which have an interest rate of just over 4%.…

David Beren | Apr 15, 2025 at 12:38 PM EDT

6 Ways to Check and Correct Your Social Security Earnings Record

One of the most essential things anyone thinking about retirement can do is check their Social Security records and ensure…

Austin Smith | Apr 15, 2025 at 12:24 PM EDT

My Cash Back Cards Aren’t Great and I Don’t Care About Travel Rewards. Which Cards Are Best For Me?

Short and sweet. That’s how I’d describe this next letter from the Reddit mailbag. In 53 words, four of which…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 11:54 AM EDT

I’m 25 and just found out I owe $13,000 to Social Security for an overpayment I never received – what do I do?

When we think about Social Security, we tend to imagine retirees as the ones collecting those benefits. But Social…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 11:22 AM EDT

My Wife’s Stalker Led Me to Realize Our Wealth Needs Better Protection

One of the most difficult parts of being famous is not having privacy. Some people can’t leave their houses…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 11:09 AM EDT

I have $10 million in net worth, what do financial advisors really do?

Working with a financial advisor wasn’t always on my radar. At the time that I met mine, I was…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 10:36 AM EDT

At 65, Should I Start My Pension Now or Wait for a Bigger Payout?

Most private sector employees these days do not have access to a pension. Rather, they have to take savings…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 8:51 AM EDT

Here’s What Happens When You Claim Social Security After Age 70

Not everybody is eligible for Social Security. To be able to collect benefits in retirement, you must work and pay…

Marc Guberti | Apr 15, 2025 at 8:05 AM EDT

If Millennials Switched To A Cash Back Card, Here’s How Much They Could Earn

It’s easy to save money on every purchase with a cashback credit card. Some cards make it super easy, giving…

Maurie Backman | Apr 15, 2025 at 7:22 AM EDT

Should I Double Max Out My Roth IRA or Invest My $20,000 Elsewhere?

There are plenty of good reasons to love Roth IRAs for retirement savings. First, these accounts allow you to…

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3 Harsh Social Security Truths You Need to Know

With $70,000 income and a potential $1 million windfall, how do I set myself up financially for life?

Why Do Chase Shopping Offers Feel Blah Compared to Capital One’s 100+ Deals?

Should I leave my $200K job for family time and peace of mind, despite my husband’s high income?

My Strategy for Managing Portfolio Withdrawals During Market Volatility: $400K or $360K?

Am I Making a Mistake Paying $700 a Month on My Student Loans Instead of Investing for Retirement?

6 Ways to Check and Correct Your Social Security Earnings Record

My Cash Back Cards Aren’t Great and I Don’t Care About Travel Rewards. Which Cards Are Best For Me?

I’m 25 and just found out I owe $13,000 to Social Security for an overpayment I never received – what do I do?

My Wife’s Stalker Led Me to Realize Our Wealth Needs Better Protection

I have $10 million in net worth, what do financial advisors really do?

At 65, Should I Start My Pension Now or Wait for a Bigger Payout?

Here’s What Happens When You Claim Social Security After Age 70

If Millennials Switched To A Cash Back Card, Here’s How Much They Could Earn

Should I Double Max Out My Roth IRA or Invest My $20,000 Elsewhere?

Family Saved $100 a Month for 12 Years for a Hawaii Vacation. Dave Ramsey: “You Have Put Too Much Psychological Bullcrap on This Trip.”

Dave Ramsey Says Early 401(k) Withdrawals Are Like “Borrowing Money at 30% Interest.” Here’s What He Recommends Instead

Dave Ramsey: “There’s No Possible Way I Would Pull Money Out of a Roth and Pay Off a Mortgage.” Here’s Why

Family Saved $100 a Month for 12 Years for a Hawaii Vacation. Dave Ramsey: "You Have Put Too Much Psychological Bullcrap on This Trip."

Dave Ramsey Says Early 401(k) Withdrawals Are Like "Borrowing Money at 30% Interest." Here's What He Recommends Instead

Family Saved $100 a Month for 12 Years for a Hawaii Vacation. Dave Ramsey: “You Have Put Too Much Psychological Bullcrap on This Trip.”

Dave Ramsey Says Early 401(k) Withdrawals Are Like “Borrowing Money at 30% Interest.” Here’s What He Recommends Instead

Personal Finance Articles

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3 Harsh Social Security Truths You Need to Know

With $70,000 income and a potential $1 million windfall, how do I set myself up financially for life?

Why Do Chase Shopping Offers Feel Blah Compared to Capital One’s 100+ Deals?

Should I leave my $200K job for family time and peace of mind, despite my husband’s high income?

My Strategy for Managing Portfolio Withdrawals During Market Volatility: $400K or $360K?

Am I Making a Mistake Paying $700 a Month on My Student Loans Instead of Investing for Retirement?

6 Ways to Check and Correct Your Social Security Earnings Record

My Cash Back Cards Aren’t Great and I Don’t Care About Travel Rewards. Which Cards Are Best For Me?

I’m 25 and just found out I owe $13,000 to Social Security for an overpayment I never received – what do I do?

My Wife’s Stalker Led Me to Realize Our Wealth Needs Better Protection

I have $10 million in net worth, what do financial advisors really do?

At 65, Should I Start My Pension Now or Wait for a Bigger Payout?

Here’s What Happens When You Claim Social Security After Age 70

If Millennials Switched To A Cash Back Card, Here’s How Much They Could Earn

Should I Double Max Out My Roth IRA or Invest My $20,000 Elsewhere?

Family Saved $100 a Month for 12 Years for a Hawaii Vacation. Dave Ramsey: “You Have Put Too Much Psychological Bullcrap on This Trip.”

Dave Ramsey Says Early 401(k) Withdrawals Are Like “Borrowing Money at 30% Interest.” Here’s What He Recommends Instead

Dave Ramsey: “There’s No Possible Way I Would Pull Money Out of a Roth and Pay Off a Mortgage.” Here’s Why

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Family Saved $100 a Month for 12 Years for a Hawaii Vacation. Dave Ramsey: "You Have Put Too Much Psychological Bullcrap on This Trip."

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