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John Seetoo | Mar 25, 2025 at 1:54 PM EDT

Can a 20-Minute Decision Really Make You $30,000 or More in Extra Social Security Payments?

Retirees assiduously scrimping and saving to contribute to their IRA, HSA, and 401-K retirement nest egg accounts have received much…

David Beren | Mar 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM EDT

I’m 50 and have $5 million in cash sitting in my IRA – I want safety but hate losing returns, where should I put it?

The hope is that one day, you will have to consider what to do with a significant amount of money,…

John Seetoo | Mar 25, 2025 at 12:52 PM EDT

We’ve Got $2 Million In Our 401(k), and $120k Per Year in Guaranteed Income. Is Retirement realistic?

The topic of FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) and fatFIRE (FIRE with a high 7-8 figure nest egg) has become…

David Beren | Mar 25, 2025 at 12:03 PM EDT

They think I’m ‘rich enough’ and should share my inheritance, but I won’t betray my grandfather’s last wishes – am I right?

Whenever an inheritance is involved, there is bound to be family drama, which is often the worst kind of drama.…

John Seetoo | Mar 25, 2025 at 11:45 AM EDT

I’m 17 and stand to inherit a massive trust from my late dad – am I selfish to keep it all for myself?

The Brady Bunch was a 1970’s sitcom that was one of the first to highlight the awkward situations that arise…

Maurie Backman | Mar 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM EDT

I have a terrific 800 credit score — what are the best credit card hacks to start with?

The nice thing about having a great credit score is that you’re more likely to get approved to borrow…

David Beren | Mar 25, 2025 at 11:12 AM EDT

Retire Early or Work Longer? Why More People Are Re-Thinking Their Retirement Plans

If you look at the data, there is a movement happening in the United States right now with people rethinking…

Rich Duprey | Mar 25, 2025 at 10:58 AM EDT

A Simple 15-Minute 401(k) Checkup Can Potentially Add $75,000 to Your Nest Egg

Once people set up their retirement plan contributions at work, they are often put on the back burner. Out of…

Maurie Backman | Mar 25, 2025 at 10:44 AM EDT

The Hard Truth About Trump’s Social Security Plan

There are millions of Americans today who collect monthly benefits from Social Security in retirement. And without those benefits, many…

Maurie Backman | Mar 25, 2025 at 10:12 AM EDT

We’re in our early 40s with $3 million mostly tied up in rental property – will we still be able to retire?

A lot of people buy real estate to have a home to live in themselves. But some people opt…

Joey Frenette | Mar 25, 2025 at 10:07 AM EDT

Millennials and Boomers Are More Confident than Gen X About Retirement – Why?

It may come off as a bit of a surprise that Millennials and Baby Boomers (their parents) seem to be…

Joey Frenette | Mar 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM EDT

Am I Crazy for Considering Early Retirement Amid Layoffs and Market Uncertainty?

Layoffs and market uncertainty have weighed heavily on millions of workers in recent years. Whether we’re talking about the economic…

Joey Frenette | Mar 24, 2025 at 7:48 PM EDT

My husband’s family is struggling financially and I don’t want to use my inheritance to help them. What should I do?

It's worth helping in-laws when you can, but you are not obligated to jeopardize your own retirement or your children's…

Joey Frenette | Mar 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM EDT

I’m 38 and have almost $300k in my retirement accounts. Should I fire my financial advisor?

It can be tempting to take control of your own financial future by educating yourself and taking on more of…

John Seetoo | Mar 24, 2025 at 4:22 PM EDT

See The Average Social Security Benefit By Age (62-67 Years Old)

Once upon a time, Social Security benefits, which were funds deducted from paychecks throughout one’s working lifetime, served as the…

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Can a 20-Minute Decision Really Make You $30,000 or More in Extra Social Security Payments?

I’m 50 and have $5 million in cash sitting in my IRA – I want safety but hate losing returns, where should I put it?

We’ve Got $2 Million In Our 401(k), and $120k Per Year in Guaranteed Income. Is Retirement realistic?

They think I’m ‘rich enough’ and should share my inheritance, but I won’t betray my grandfather’s last wishes – am I right?

I’m 17 and stand to inherit a massive trust from my late dad – am I selfish to keep it all for myself?

I have a terrific 800 credit score — what are the best credit card hacks to start with?

Retire Early or Work Longer? Why More People Are Re-Thinking Their Retirement Plans

A Simple 15-Minute 401(k) Checkup Can Potentially Add $75,000 to Your Nest Egg

The Hard Truth About Trump’s Social Security Plan

We’re in our early 40s with $3 million mostly tied up in rental property – will we still be able to retire?

Millennials and Boomers Are More Confident than Gen X About Retirement – Why?

Am I Crazy for Considering Early Retirement Amid Layoffs and Market Uncertainty?

My husband’s family is struggling financially and I don’t want to use my inheritance to help them. What should I do?

I’m 38 and have almost $300k in my retirement accounts. Should I fire my financial advisor?

See The Average Social Security Benefit By Age (62-67 Years Old)

FEPI’s 25% Yield Masks a Painful Truth About Call-Writing Income

Why GPIQ Lags QQQ in Rallies, Yet Retirees Keep Buying the Monthly Dividend

A Couple Wants to Sell a Rental Without Setting Off a Medicare Surcharge. A 1031 Exchange or Installment Sale Can Spread the Gain.

A Couple Wants to Sell a Rental Without Setting Off a Medicare Surcharge. A 1031 Exchange or Installment Sale Can Spread the Gain.

How Much Cash Should You Actually Keep in a HYSA

FEPI’s 25% Yield Masks a Painful Truth About Call-Writing Income

Why GPIQ Lags QQQ in Rallies, Yet Retirees Keep Buying the Monthly Dividend

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Can a 20-Minute Decision Really Make You $30,000 or More in Extra Social Security Payments?

I’m 50 and have $5 million in cash sitting in my IRA – I want safety but hate losing returns, where should I put it?

We’ve Got $2 Million In Our 401(k), and $120k Per Year in Guaranteed Income. Is Retirement realistic?

They think I’m ‘rich enough’ and should share my inheritance, but I won’t betray my grandfather’s last wishes – am I right?

I’m 17 and stand to inherit a massive trust from my late dad – am I selfish to keep it all for myself?

I have a terrific 800 credit score — what are the best credit card hacks to start with?

Retire Early or Work Longer? Why More People Are Re-Thinking Their Retirement Plans

A Simple 15-Minute 401(k) Checkup Can Potentially Add $75,000 to Your Nest Egg

The Hard Truth About Trump’s Social Security Plan

We’re in our early 40s with $3 million mostly tied up in rental property – will we still be able to retire?

Millennials and Boomers Are More Confident than Gen X About Retirement – Why?

Am I Crazy for Considering Early Retirement Amid Layoffs and Market Uncertainty?

My husband’s family is struggling financially and I don’t want to use my inheritance to help them. What should I do?

I’m 38 and have almost $300k in my retirement accounts. Should I fire my financial advisor?

See The Average Social Security Benefit By Age (62-67 Years Old)

FEPI’s 25% Yield Masks a Painful Truth About Call-Writing Income

Why GPIQ Lags QQQ in Rallies, Yet Retirees Keep Buying the Monthly Dividend

A Couple Wants to Sell a Rental Without Setting Off a Medicare Surcharge. A 1031 Exchange or Installment Sale Can Spread the Gain.

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A Couple Wants to Sell a Rental Without Setting Off a Medicare Surcharge. A 1031 Exchange or Installment Sale Can Spread the Gain.

How Much Cash Should You Actually Keep in a HYSA