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Maurie Backman | Apr 14, 2025 at 9:35 AM EDT

I make $300K in IT and got a $600K offer from a private equity-backed firm – is the extra pay worth the risk?

It’s not an everyday thing that you get an opportunity to double your salary. But in this Reddit post,…

Christy Bieber | Apr 14, 2025 at 9:02 AM EDT

How I Rebuilt My Financial Future After Divorce at 26: From Selling My House to Buying a Duplex

A 26-year-old Reddit poster recently shared his progress on rebuilding his future after a divorce. He is part of the…

Christy Bieber | Apr 14, 2025 at 9:01 AM EDT

Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?

A Reddit user is getting ready to buy a home. He’s hoping to make the purchase at the end of…

Christy Bieber | Apr 14, 2025 at 8:01 AM EDT

3 in 4 Workers Plan to Work in Retirement, Only 1 in 3 Retirees Actually Do

Most people who are working right now plan to keep working in retirement. A whopping 75% of current workers expect…

Maurie Backman | Apr 14, 2025 at 7:13 AM EDT

Am I ready to retire at 42 with $4M+ net worth and young kids, or should I find another job?

It’s often the case that people who manage to accumulate a lot of wealth at a fairly young age…

Marc Guberti | Apr 13, 2025 at 2:07 PM EDT

I’m 37, married, no kids, house, cars, etc. Bringing in decent income. Looking for someone (company/private) to guide on what to do with the savings, as I think it’s just collecting dust.

The financial world gets easier to understand as you dive deeper into it, but it can feel very complex for…

Joey Frenette | Apr 13, 2025 at 1:05 PM EDT

Am I really saving time by doubling my income for early retirement at 38?

For many ambitious young people aiming to retire a few years (or decades) earlier, it makes sense to “floor it”…

Joey Frenette | Apr 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM EDT

I May Have a 720+ Credit Score, But Am Still Missing Out By Using A Debit Card.

If you’ve made a habit of paying off your credit card balances at the end of every month, I believe…

Christy Bieber | Apr 13, 2025 at 11:40 AM EDT

As A Beginner, What Should I know About Cash Back Credit Cards?

A 19-year-old is trying to find the right cash back credit card to earn rewards and build his credit. His…

Joey Frenette | Apr 13, 2025 at 11:35 AM EDT

Which Cash Back Cards Make Sense For Members Of the Military?

For those actively serving in the military, there is a fairly long list of premier credit cards that won’t cost…

Christy Bieber | Apr 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

If You’ve Banked $3 Million By 40, Is It Possible to Retire?

If you have $3 million, you undoubtedly have a lot of money — and more than most people ever will.…

Maurie Backman | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:51 AM EDT

I’m 35 and want to hear from someone who has worked with a financial advisor. Is it helpful?

I started using a financial advisor when I was in my mid-30s. But I can admit that prior to…

Maurie Backman | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:42 AM EDT

Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

Your credit score is an important number, because it tells lenders how trustworthy a borrower you are. The higher…

Drew Wood | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM EDT

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

Ever seen someone homeless and thought, “McDonald’s is always hiring. Why don’t they just get a job and work their…

Austin Smith | Apr 13, 2025 at 10:13 AM EDT

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

What is “the best card that can give me the max amount of cash back for everyday purchases like gas…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I make $300K in IT and got a $600K offer from a private equity-backed firm – is the extra pay worth the risk?

How I Rebuilt My Financial Future After Divorce at 26: From Selling My House to Buying a Duplex

Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?

3 in 4 Workers Plan to Work in Retirement, Only 1 in 3 Retirees Actually Do

Am I ready to retire at 42 with $4M+ net worth and young kids, or should I find another job?

I’m 37, married, no kids, house, cars, etc. Bringing in decent income. Looking for someone (company/private) to guide on what to do with the savings, as I think it’s just collecting dust.

Am I really saving time by doubling my income for early retirement at 38?

I May Have a 720+ Credit Score, But Am Still Missing Out By Using A Debit Card.

As A Beginner, What Should I know About Cash Back Credit Cards?

Which Cash Back Cards Make Sense For Members Of the Military?

If You’ve Banked $3 Million By 40, Is It Possible to Retire?

I’m 35 and want to hear from someone who has worked with a financial advisor. Is it helpful?

Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

Lower Your Mortgage Payment Without Refinancing, Without Closing Costs, and Without a Credit Check

No, Your Teacher Pension Isn’t Enough, and the $49,000 Loophole Buried in Your Own Benefits Packet Could Save Your Retirement

Convert Your IRA While the Market Is Crashing and the IRS Basically Gives You a Discount

Lower Your Mortgage Payment Without Refinancing, Without Closing Costs, and Without a Credit Check

No, Your Teacher Pension Isn't Enough, and the $49,000 Loophole Buried in Your Own Benefits Packet Could Save Your Retirement

Lower Your Mortgage Payment Without Refinancing, Without Closing Costs, and Without a Credit Check

No, Your Teacher Pension Isn’t Enough, and the $49,000 Loophole Buried in Your Own Benefits Packet Could Save Your Retirement

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I make $300K in IT and got a $600K offer from a private equity-backed firm – is the extra pay worth the risk?

How I Rebuilt My Financial Future After Divorce at 26: From Selling My House to Buying a Duplex

Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?

3 in 4 Workers Plan to Work in Retirement, Only 1 in 3 Retirees Actually Do

Am I ready to retire at 42 with $4M+ net worth and young kids, or should I find another job?

I’m 37, married, no kids, house, cars, etc. Bringing in decent income. Looking for someone (company/private) to guide on what to do with the savings, as I think it’s just collecting dust.

Am I really saving time by doubling my income for early retirement at 38?

I May Have a 720+ Credit Score, But Am Still Missing Out By Using A Debit Card.

As A Beginner, What Should I know About Cash Back Credit Cards?

Which Cash Back Cards Make Sense For Members Of the Military?

If You’ve Banked $3 Million By 40, Is It Possible to Retire?

I’m 35 and want to hear from someone who has worked with a financial advisor. Is it helpful?

Will My Credit Score Drop If I Exceed 10% Utilization Even If I Pay It Off Immediately?

A Rich Guy Experimented with Working His Way Up from Homelessness. It Did Not Go Well.

What Cash Back Cards Make The Most Sense For Everyday Purchases, Like Gas or Groceries?

Lower Your Mortgage Payment Without Refinancing, Without Closing Costs, and Without a Credit Check

No, Your Teacher Pension Isn’t Enough, and the $49,000 Loophole Buried in Your Own Benefits Packet Could Save Your Retirement

Convert Your IRA While the Market Is Crashing and the IRS Basically Gives You a Discount

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Lower Your Mortgage Payment Without Refinancing, Without Closing Costs, and Without a Credit Check

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