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Maurie Backman | Feb 8, 2025 at 8:53 AM EST

3 Reasons Why Having a Mortgage in Retirement Isn’t So Bad

It’s natural to have certain goals you want to meet in time for retirement. Those could include having a certain…

Kristin Hitchcock | Feb 8, 2025 at 8:10 AM EST

Most Americans Don’t Know These Mortgage Basics

Thousands of Americans seeking financial advice turn to Dave Ramsey, the master of paying off debt and building wealth. Recently,…

Maurie Backman | Feb 8, 2025 at 7:51 AM EST

Did Your Income Rise in 2024? 3 Tax Moves You May Want to Make in 2025

No matter what line of work you’re in, your goal may be to see your income increase from one year…

Marc Guberti | Feb 8, 2025 at 7:14 AM EST

I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

A 32-year-old Redditor is married and has four kids, but the Redditor also has two aging parents who need financial…

Dana George | Feb 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM EST

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

The average retired Social Security recipient collects $1,976 monthly, while the average couple receives $3,089. While some retirees have arranged…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM EST

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

By the time you are in your 50s, you should ideally have around six times your annual salary saved. Unfortunately,…

John Seetoo | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM EST

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Families are often able to build up a substantial net worth through owning property, like a farm, or a small…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:29 PM EST

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

In many ways, timeshares have been hugely popular because they allow you to plan a vacation properly. As they frequently…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM EST

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

A Reddit poster recently raised questions about whether online Social Security calculators are taking all of the relevant details into…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 1:47 PM EST

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

As is the case with anyone nearing retirement age, thinking about minimizing taxes and reducing any future RMDs (Required Minimum…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 1:25 PM EST

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

Managing money in a relationship can be complicated and things can get even worse when your partner’s family also becomes…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM EST

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

Whenever anyone thinks about a 401(k), there’s a pretty good chance it’s widely mentioned as one of the best retirement…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Feb 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM EST

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

The Social Security Administration is desperately trying to find ways not to run out of money. No solutions will be…

Maurie Backman | Feb 7, 2025 at 10:25 AM EST

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

As you get closer to retirement, one of the hardest decisions you might have to make is signing up for…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 10:18 AM EST

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

If you owe money on a car loan, should you sell your stocks to pay it off? This is…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

3 Reasons Why Having a Mortgage in Retirement Isn’t So Bad

Most Americans Don’t Know These Mortgage Basics

Did Your Income Rise in 2024? 3 Tax Moves You May Want to Make in 2025

I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband’s IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn’t Careful

Forget SCHD: DGRO’s Looser Quality Filter Has Quietly Delivered Higher Total Returns Over the Last Decade

MSTX Lost 89 Percent From Its August 2024 Peak, and Friday’s Payroll Print Showed Why Leverage Decay Never Stops

69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband's IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn't Careful

The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn't See Coming

NUGT Collapsed 17% on Friday While Gold Fell Just 3%: The Hidden Leverage Destroying Miners ETF Holders

69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband’s IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn’t Careful

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

3 Reasons Why Having a Mortgage in Retirement Isn’t So Bad

Most Americans Don’t Know These Mortgage Basics

Did Your Income Rise in 2024? 3 Tax Moves You May Want to Make in 2025

I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband’s IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn’t Careful

Forget SCHD: DGRO’s Looser Quality Filter Has Quietly Delivered Higher Total Returns Over the Last Decade

MSTX Lost 89 Percent From Its August 2024 Peak, and Friday’s Payroll Print Showed Why Leverage Decay Never Stops

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69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband's IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn't Careful

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