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Marc Guberti | Feb 1, 2025 at 9:49 AM EST

Stop Inflation in Its Tracks and Keep Your Money Safe at the Same Time

Inflation has been a constant for multiple decades. The Federal Reserve regularly prints new money, and the government regularly spends…

Marc Guberti | Feb 1, 2025 at 9:46 AM EST

We’re in our mid-30s with $5 million in the bank and no debt – can we afford to stop working?

Having a large net worth doesn’t guarantee that you can retire. While a Redditor has a net worth of $5.5…

Joey Frenette | Feb 1, 2025 at 9:30 AM EST

I Don’t Agree with the Bitcoin Bulls on Everything, but They Nail These 2 Points

With some pretty outlandish Bitcoin price forecasts floating around out there, it’s not hard to imagine that the many Bitcoin…

Christy Bieber | Feb 1, 2025 at 8:48 AM EST

I have a $25 million trust fund and a pregnant wife who’s worried my job is killing me — but I don’t want to quit

When you have an $8 million net worth, a $25 million trust fund from your parents, and a baby on…

Maurie Backman | Jan 31, 2025 at 10:05 PM EST

I’m 28 With $500,000 in Savings and I’m Burned Out at Work. What’s My Next Move?

When I was in my 20s, I worked a very stressful job in finance that had me clocking in long…

Maurie Backman | Jan 31, 2025 at 6:47 PM EST

Turning 62? 3 Things to Know About Social Security Before You Sign Up Early

One of the hardest decisions you might have to make as retiree, or near-retiree, is figuring out when to claim…

Joel South | Jan 31, 2025 at 2:35 PM EST

19-year-old calls Dave Ramsey to tell him he inherited $100k and doesn’t want to blow it

After years of pandemic-fueled high inflation rates, $100,000 ain’t what it used to be. For a 19-year-old college student, though,…

Joel South | Jan 31, 2025 at 1:11 PM EST

I’m 38 making $150k a year and I’m wondering if I should start pouring money into a Roth IRA now

Do you like math? Do you like math when it gets really complex, verging on overly complicated, and when the…

Joey Frenette | Jan 31, 2025 at 12:13 PM EST

I know that paying off the mortgage and investing is both important – hear which one Dave Ramsey thinks is more important

Paying off the mortgage is a dream of many long-time homeowners, but should you cut down on that debt cost…

Maurie Backman | Jan 31, 2025 at 11:35 AM EST

I’m 42 and have $2.4 million saved for retirement – what’s the best way to project future expenses like weddings?

We’re often encouraged to do our best to save well for retirement. And you may have a certain savings goal…

Maurie Backman | Jan 31, 2025 at 11:13 AM EST

I’m 40 and Almost at My Retirement Number. Will Having Kids Stop Me From Meeting My Savings Goal?

When I decided I was ready to have kids, one of the things I worried most about was having enough…

Maurie Backman | Jan 31, 2025 at 9:35 AM EST

4 Reasons the Roth IRA Might be the Most Powerful Retirement Account of All Time

Saving for retirement in a tax-advantaged plan makes a lot of sense. Why not reap some IRS benefits in the…

Christy Bieber | Jan 31, 2025 at 8:50 AM EST

We’re in our mid 40s and have been retired for a decade – why do we still feel guilty when we spend money?

For many people, especially those focused on retiring at a young age, life is about being frugal to save up…

Joey Frenette | Jan 31, 2025 at 8:01 AM EST

Does the 50/30/20 Budget Rule Still Work in 2025?

Many people love rules of thumb, like the 50/30/20 budget rule, which entails spending 50% of one’s income on needs…

Marc Guberti | Jan 31, 2025 at 7:45 AM EST

I Used to Dream of Retiring at 50, but These 8 Factors Have Me Now Targeting 65

Many years of financial planning and saving can help you retire sooner. While it’s possible for some people to retire…

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Stop Inflation in Its Tracks and Keep Your Money Safe at the Same Time

We’re in our mid-30s with $5 million in the bank and no debt – can we afford to stop working?

I Don’t Agree with the Bitcoin Bulls on Everything, but They Nail These 2 Points

I have a $25 million trust fund and a pregnant wife who’s worried my job is killing me — but I don’t want to quit

I’m 28 With $500,000 in Savings and I’m Burned Out at Work. What’s My Next Move?

Turning 62? 3 Things to Know About Social Security Before You Sign Up Early

19-year-old calls Dave Ramsey to tell him he inherited $100k and doesn’t want to blow it

I’m 38 making $150k a year and I’m wondering if I should start pouring money into a Roth IRA now

I know that paying off the mortgage and investing is both important – hear which one Dave Ramsey thinks is more important

I’m 42 and have $2.4 million saved for retirement – what’s the best way to project future expenses like weddings?

I’m 40 and Almost at My Retirement Number. Will Having Kids Stop Me From Meeting My Savings Goal?

4 Reasons the Roth IRA Might be the Most Powerful Retirement Account of All Time

We’re in our mid 40s and have been retired for a decade – why do we still feel guilty when we spend money?

Does the 50/30/20 Budget Rule Still Work in 2025?

I Used to Dream of Retiring at 50, but These 8 Factors Have Me Now Targeting 65

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

PBW’s 34% Year-to-Date Gain Masks a Brutal Five-Year Pattern Every Rate Cycle Repeats

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Stop Inflation in Its Tracks and Keep Your Money Safe at the Same Time

We’re in our mid-30s with $5 million in the bank and no debt – can we afford to stop working?

I Don’t Agree with the Bitcoin Bulls on Everything, but They Nail These 2 Points

I have a $25 million trust fund and a pregnant wife who’s worried my job is killing me — but I don’t want to quit

I’m 28 With $500,000 in Savings and I’m Burned Out at Work. What’s My Next Move?

Turning 62? 3 Things to Know About Social Security Before You Sign Up Early

19-year-old calls Dave Ramsey to tell him he inherited $100k and doesn’t want to blow it

I’m 38 making $150k a year and I’m wondering if I should start pouring money into a Roth IRA now

I know that paying off the mortgage and investing is both important – hear which one Dave Ramsey thinks is more important

I’m 42 and have $2.4 million saved for retirement – what’s the best way to project future expenses like weddings?

I’m 40 and Almost at My Retirement Number. Will Having Kids Stop Me From Meeting My Savings Goal?

4 Reasons the Roth IRA Might be the Most Powerful Retirement Account of All Time

We’re in our mid 40s and have been retired for a decade – why do we still feel guilty when we spend money?

Does the 50/30/20 Budget Rule Still Work in 2025?

I Used to Dream of Retiring at 50, but These 8 Factors Have Me Now Targeting 65

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

PBW’s 34% Year-to-Date Gain Masks a Brutal Five-Year Pattern Every Rate Cycle Repeats

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The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

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