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Joey Frenette | May 14, 2025 at 10:33 PM EDT

With a potential 8-10% total return, should we keep our current home as a rental or sell and reinvest the equity?

It’s a tough choice faced by many homeowners with the desire to relocate: should one sell the old home at…

Marc Guberti | May 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM EDT

I want to retire soon and own a single stock is worth millions – should I cash it all out or hold on for my kids’ step-up basis?

Buying stocks is one of the best ways to build long-term wealth. You don’t have to manage the asset like…

David Beren | May 14, 2025 at 2:05 PM EDT

3 Changes to the 401(k) Laws Congress Should Make – But Probably Won’t

Whether you’re close to retirement or considering how many more years of work you have left, it’s always a good…

David Beren | May 14, 2025 at 1:11 PM EDT

I make $9,000 a month and followed most of Dave Ramsey’s advice – except I took a 30-year mortgage

When it comes to deciding how to best navigate financial advice, there are a host of voices you can listen…

David Beren | May 14, 2025 at 12:04 PM EDT

I’m about to retire but shocked by how much parents spend on college tuition – am I underestimating costs for my kids?

One of the biggest questions facing parents all over the country (and the world) is how to save so you…

Joey Frenette | May 14, 2025 at 11:20 AM EDT

Why I Decided Against Dumping My Retirement Savings into VTI/VOO

For many passive investors and prospective early retirees, it’s as simple as plowing as much of one’s cash into an…

Maurie Backman | May 14, 2025 at 11:12 AM EDT

I’m a Dave Ramsey follower but didn’t do a 15-year mortgage – was choosing flexibility over speed a bad call?

A home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll probably ever make. So it’s important to make sure that…

David Beren | May 14, 2025 at 10:41 AM EDT

I have enough money coming to buy a house and pay for college at 19 – should I help my struggling family instead?

It’s unfortunate that as soon as the subject of an inheritance comes up around family, it can be incredibly problematic.…

Christy Bieber | May 14, 2025 at 10:11 AM EDT

Dave Ramsey inspired us to budget for the first time after 17 years – we just paid off our mortgage

A Reddit user has hit a major financial milestone, and he says he has Dave Ramsey to thank for it.…

Christy Bieber | May 14, 2025 at 9:25 AM EDT

At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

A 29-year-old Reddit user is eager to achieve financial independence, so he’s saving a good portion of his income —…

Joey Frenette | May 14, 2025 at 9:02 AM EDT

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

For prospective heirs of a modest four-figure inheritance, it’s worth considering the wide range of uses for the sum. Of…

Christy Bieber | May 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

The 4% rule is an incredibly common rule used in retirement planning, but not everyone is buying into it. One…

Maurie Backman | May 14, 2025 at 8:33 AM EDT

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

Losing a loved one can be a devastating thing — even if you end up with an inheritance afterward.…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM EDT

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

A Reddit user is considering giving his nephew a down payment, but doesn’t want to just make the gift free…

Christy Bieber | May 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM EDT

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

When you are counting on your Social Security check to help you cover your costs, it can be really disappointing…

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With a potential 8-10% total return, should we keep our current home as a rental or sell and reinvest the equity?

I want to retire soon and own a single stock is worth millions – should I cash it all out or hold on for my kids’ step-up basis?

3 Changes to the 401(k) Laws Congress Should Make – But Probably Won’t

I make $9,000 a month and followed most of Dave Ramsey’s advice – except I took a 30-year mortgage

I’m about to retire but shocked by how much parents spend on college tuition – am I underestimating costs for my kids?

Why I Decided Against Dumping My Retirement Savings into VTI/VOO

I’m a Dave Ramsey follower but didn’t do a 15-year mortgage – was choosing flexibility over speed a bad call?

I have enough money coming to buy a house and pay for college at 19 – should I help my struggling family instead?

Dave Ramsey inspired us to budget for the first time after 17 years – we just paid off our mortgage

At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

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Personal Finance Articles

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With a potential 8-10% total return, should we keep our current home as a rental or sell and reinvest the equity?

I want to retire soon and own a single stock is worth millions – should I cash it all out or hold on for my kids’ step-up basis?

3 Changes to the 401(k) Laws Congress Should Make – But Probably Won’t

I make $9,000 a month and followed most of Dave Ramsey’s advice – except I took a 30-year mortgage

I’m about to retire but shocked by how much parents spend on college tuition – am I underestimating costs for my kids?

Why I Decided Against Dumping My Retirement Savings into VTI/VOO

I’m a Dave Ramsey follower but didn’t do a 15-year mortgage – was choosing flexibility over speed a bad call?

I have enough money coming to buy a house and pay for college at 19 – should I help my struggling family instead?

Dave Ramsey inspired us to budget for the first time after 17 years – we just paid off our mortgage

At 29, I’m Saving $46k from a $113k Household Income—Am I on Track for Financial Freedom?

With $80,000 coming from inheritance, should we use it for college, retirement, or a future home?

I’ve heard the 4% rule is ideal for retirement but I’m starting to question it

We live rent-free and just received $80,000 in inheritance – what’s the best way to put this to work for our future?

I’m thinking of giving my nephew a down payment on a house but I want an equity share in it

My first Social Security check is late and I don’t know what to do

You’re 62 With $400K Earning 0.6% at the Bank. These 3 ETFs Put It to Work Before You Retire

Retiring on a Cruise Ship Costs Less Than You Think. Until It Doesn’t.

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