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Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 9:12 AM EST

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

Many people are pursuing a lifestyle called Financial Independence, Retire Early, or FIRE. Being financially independent and retiring early…

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

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

The Federal Reserve spent a good part of 2022 and 2023 implementing interest rate hikes in response to rampant inflation.…

Joey Frenette | Feb 7, 2025 at 8:40 AM EST

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

In this piece, we’ll investigate the case of a 40-year-old retail investor who’s starting to see their Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL |…

Joey Frenette | Feb 7, 2025 at 7:41 AM EST

I make around $40k per year and found out my company will match 50% of my contributions towards my 401(k) – should I start contributing?

It really can pay big dividends to think of a 401(k) match from your employer as receiving “free cash” or…

Maurie Backman | Feb 6, 2025 at 1:40 PM EST

What Happens to My Student Loans if Trump Gets Rid of the Department of Education?

Although President Trump has only been in office for a matter of weeks, he’s already trying to make big changes.…

Christy Bieber | Feb 6, 2025 at 10:42 AM EST

I Retired Early at 44 but Now All My Friends Have Families and I Feel All Alone

A Reddit user has achieved financial independence and is ready to retire rich at 44. While you would think that…

Maurie Backman | Feb 6, 2025 at 10:11 AM EST

The 2025 Tax Season Is Underway. 3 Tips to Make It a Smooth One

Although 2024 tax returns aren’t due until April 15, the IRS began accepting them last month. That means the 2025…

Joey Frenette | Feb 6, 2025 at 9:11 AM EST

How to Save for Your Kid’s College Without Destorying Your Own Retirement Dreams

Millennial parents should start thinking about saving up for their own child’s education expenses (even if it’s still more than…

Marc Guberti | Feb 6, 2025 at 8:41 AM EST

Dave Ramsey said ‘You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you.’ And this is how to do it

Dave Ramsey has helped millions of people get a better understanding of their finances and pursue ambitious long-term goals. He…

Joel South | Feb 6, 2025 at 8:11 AM EST

I’m a 27-year-old high school dropout – here’s how I still made $100k this past year

If you’re not afraid of a little NSFW language, and are in the mood to hear a Gen Z success…

John Seetoo | Feb 6, 2025 at 7:14 AM EST

According to Ramit Sethi, Until You Do This, You Can Never Grow Your Finances

Ramit Sethi is a NY Times bestselling author, a podcaster, and the host of the Netflix series, I Will Teach…

Marc Guberti | Feb 6, 2025 at 7:11 AM EST

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

Everyone is looking to get ahead on their financial goals, and housing hacking may be a good option. The strategy…

Christy Bieber | Feb 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM EST

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

A Reddit user said her husband accused her of financial infidelity based on her spending — despite the fact…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 5:18 PM EST

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash – is that a smart idea?

Buying a home is not an inexpensive prospect these days. According to the National Association of REALTORS’ most recent data,…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM EST

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

Claiming Social Security is one of the most significant things you might do in the course of retiring. So it’s…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

I make around $40k per year and found out my company will match 50% of my contributions towards my 401(k) – should I start contributing?

What Happens to My Student Loans if Trump Gets Rid of the Department of Education?

I Retired Early at 44 but Now All My Friends Have Families and I Feel All Alone

The 2025 Tax Season Is Underway. 3 Tips to Make It a Smooth One

How to Save for Your Kid’s College Without Destorying Your Own Retirement Dreams

Dave Ramsey said ‘You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you.’ And this is how to do it

I’m a 27-year-old high school dropout – here’s how I still made $100k this past year

According to Ramit Sethi, Until You Do This, You Can Never Grow Your Finances

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash – is that a smart idea?

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

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

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

I make around $40k per year and found out my company will match 50% of my contributions towards my 401(k) – should I start contributing?

What Happens to My Student Loans if Trump Gets Rid of the Department of Education?

I Retired Early at 44 but Now All My Friends Have Families and I Feel All Alone

The 2025 Tax Season Is Underway. 3 Tips to Make It a Smooth One

How to Save for Your Kid’s College Without Destorying Your Own Retirement Dreams

Dave Ramsey said ‘You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you.’ And this is how to do it

I’m a 27-year-old high school dropout – here’s how I still made $100k this past year

According to Ramit Sethi, Until You Do This, You Can Never Grow Your Finances

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash – is that a smart idea?

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

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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