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David Beren | Apr 26, 2025 at 12:24 PM EDT

Should I cash out my $250,000 401k to pay off my $130,000 mortgage and live debt-free or keep working in a stressful job?

As soon as most people hear that they may be on the cusp of being cut at their job, there…

David Beren | Apr 26, 2025 at 11:51 AM EDT

How I’m Navigating the Awkwardness of Telling Friends I’m Retiring Soon – Here’s My Dilemma

One of the toughest realities most people face is being in a different financial position than those around them. In…

Joey Frenette | Apr 26, 2025 at 11:26 AM EDT

With only $400k stashed away for retirement, can we afford to lose my wife’s 401(k) contributions?

A $400,000 nest egg may be somewhat slim if one is looking to wind down for retirement within the decade.…

Marc Guberti | Apr 26, 2025 at 10:59 AM EDT

My Credit Card Was Used For Fraudulent Charges, But Then The Items Were Actually Delivered to Me. What Happens Next?

Credit card companies have safeguards in place if their users get hit with fraudulent charges. However, a unique case made its…

David Beren | Apr 26, 2025 at 10:07 AM EDT

Buying My Condo Was a Financial Mistake – Now I’m Stuck with a Money Pit and Major Repairs

At some point in life, everyone has a moment when they realize they have made a terrible financial mistake. Whether…

Marc Guberti | Apr 26, 2025 at 9:24 AM EDT

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family – this is how we did it

Finances and family don’t always mix well, especially when siblings constantly ask for financial support. A couple found themselves in…

Joey Frenette | Apr 26, 2025 at 7:53 AM EDT

Should I Change My Retirement Date If My $1.5 Million Portfolio Drops to $1.2 Million?

If you’re thinking about putting off retirement by some number of years following the recent Trump tariff-driven stock market correction,…

Marc Guberti | Apr 26, 2025 at 7:47 AM EDT

My job is stressful, but we’re closing in on $3.2 million in investments – should we buy or rent when we move for better schools?

Having long-term financial goals can help you sharpen your financial discipline, especially if success is tied to major benefits like…

Marc Guberti | Apr 26, 2025 at 7:20 AM EDT

I’m in my 40s with millions in the bank – can we handle $220k a year in spending if I quit my $1 million tech job now?

Saving a lot of money gives you more options, and it can help you retire sooner. One Redditor finds himself…

Marc Guberti | Apr 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM EDT

I always pay my bills on time, how much am I missing by not using a cash back credit card?

Credit cards can lead to a lot of debt, but if you use them correctly, you can actually get a…

Marc Guberti | Apr 25, 2025 at 4:32 PM EDT

I’ve got $5 million in the bank, but I’m still chasing peace -why is this mental game harder than building wealth?

Sitting on a pile of cash doesn’t guarantee peace, and one Redditor recently shared their story. The original poster is…

Marc Guberti | Apr 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM EDT

I’ve been told I can bump up my annual withdrawal if the market’s up – could a ‘dynamic 4% rule’ backfire in the long run?

The 4% withdrawal rule is a common practice among retirees. The idea is that you withdraw 4% of your portfolio…

David Beren | Apr 25, 2025 at 12:38 PM EDT

I’m Retiring Next Year with $450K in Savings—What Am I Missing for My $10K Monthly Goal?

Some of the best news anyone can tell themselves and others is that they are ready to retire. There might…

Maurie Backman | Apr 25, 2025 at 9:13 AM EDT

Why Do I Owe $10,814 in Taxes? My Head of Household Dilemma

Some people look forward to the tax-filing season because it results in an IRS refund coming their way. Now…

Marc Guberti | Apr 25, 2025 at 8:28 AM EDT

Dave Ramsey says “cut up the credit cards and stop screwing around” to a guy who’s making $200k but carrying $8k in debt

The way you talk about money speaks volumes about your financial situation and how you feel about any setbacks. Dave…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Should I cash out my $250,000 401k to pay off my $130,000 mortgage and live debt-free or keep working in a stressful job?

How I’m Navigating the Awkwardness of Telling Friends I’m Retiring Soon – Here’s My Dilemma

With only $400k stashed away for retirement, can we afford to lose my wife’s 401(k) contributions?

My Credit Card Was Used For Fraudulent Charges, But Then The Items Were Actually Delivered to Me. What Happens Next?

Buying My Condo Was a Financial Mistake – Now I’m Stuck with a Money Pit and Major Repairs

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family – this is how we did it

Should I Change My Retirement Date If My $1.5 Million Portfolio Drops to $1.2 Million?

My job is stressful, but we’re closing in on $3.2 million in investments – should we buy or rent when we move for better schools?

I’m in my 40s with millions in the bank – can we handle $220k a year in spending if I quit my $1 million tech job now?

I always pay my bills on time, how much am I missing by not using a cash back credit card?

I’ve got $5 million in the bank, but I’m still chasing peace -why is this mental game harder than building wealth?

I’ve been told I can bump up my annual withdrawal if the market’s up – could a ‘dynamic 4% rule’ backfire in the long run?

I’m Retiring Next Year with $450K in Savings—What Am I Missing for My $10K Monthly Goal?

Why Do I Owe $10,814 in Taxes? My Head of Household Dilemma

Dave Ramsey says “cut up the credit cards and stop screwing around” to a guy who’s making $200k but carrying $8k in debt

How a 67-Year-Old Built a $4,800 Monthly Paycheck Around SCHD, JEPQ, and O

Here’s What a $300,000 Budget Actually Buys You in The Villages, Florida

He Retired to a Small Town to Stretch His Social Security. Then the Only Hospital Closed, and His Cheap Retirement Turned Expensive.

How a 67-Year-Old Built a $4,800 Monthly Paycheck Around SCHD, JEPQ, and O

Here's What a $300,000 Budget Actually Buys You in The Villages, Florida

How a 67-Year-Old Built a $4,800 Monthly Paycheck Around SCHD, JEPQ, and O

Here’s What a $300,000 Budget Actually Buys You in The Villages, Florida

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Should I cash out my $250,000 401k to pay off my $130,000 mortgage and live debt-free or keep working in a stressful job?

How I’m Navigating the Awkwardness of Telling Friends I’m Retiring Soon – Here’s My Dilemma

With only $400k stashed away for retirement, can we afford to lose my wife’s 401(k) contributions?

My Credit Card Was Used For Fraudulent Charges, But Then The Items Were Actually Delivered to Me. What Happens Next?

Buying My Condo Was a Financial Mistake – Now I’m Stuck with a Money Pit and Major Repairs

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family – this is how we did it

Should I Change My Retirement Date If My $1.5 Million Portfolio Drops to $1.2 Million?

My job is stressful, but we’re closing in on $3.2 million in investments – should we buy or rent when we move for better schools?

I’m in my 40s with millions in the bank – can we handle $220k a year in spending if I quit my $1 million tech job now?

I always pay my bills on time, how much am I missing by not using a cash back credit card?

I’ve got $5 million in the bank, but I’m still chasing peace -why is this mental game harder than building wealth?

I’ve been told I can bump up my annual withdrawal if the market’s up – could a ‘dynamic 4% rule’ backfire in the long run?

I’m Retiring Next Year with $450K in Savings—What Am I Missing for My $10K Monthly Goal?

Why Do I Owe $10,814 in Taxes? My Head of Household Dilemma

Dave Ramsey says “cut up the credit cards and stop screwing around” to a guy who’s making $200k but carrying $8k in debt

How a 67-Year-Old Built a $4,800 Monthly Paycheck Around SCHD, JEPQ, and O

Here’s What a $300,000 Budget Actually Buys You in The Villages, Florida

He Retired to a Small Town to Stretch His Social Security. Then the Only Hospital Closed, and His Cheap Retirement Turned Expensive.

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