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Maurie Backman | Feb 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM EST

If I’m Retiring 5 Years Early and Have $3M Saved Up, What Is My Safe Withdrawal Rate?

Early retirement can mean different things. For some people, it can mean ending their careers in their late 40s or…

Maurie Backman | Feb 21, 2025 at 10:41 AM EST

My wife is a stay at home mom and I’d like to set aside money for her, but don’t know the best options. What’s possible?

Given the cost of childcare and the challenges of raising kids, it can sometimes make sense for a couple…

Aaron Webber | Feb 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM EST

Baby Boomers Own Nearly 40% of All American Homes – Was It Skill or Luck?

Baby Boomers have been called the “luckiest generation”, and when it comes to home ownership, this title is even more…

Maurie Backman | Feb 21, 2025 at 9:24 AM EST

The Social Security website says I can expect to get $4k per month when I retire – is that really true?

Once you retire, Social Security might end up becoming a pretty significant income source for you. So it’s helpful…

Christy Bieber | Feb 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM EST

Is $60K Too Much To Give An 18 Year Old? I’m Worried It’s Too Much For My Son.

Providing a gift to an 18-year-old can help them get started off right in their financial life. However, providing too…

Joey Frenette | Feb 21, 2025 at 7:57 AM EST

If You’ve Been Able to Save Up $100K and Are Scared of Investing, Suze Orman Will Set You Straight

Consistent saving and investing is the key to building up a sizeable retirement nest egg over time. By automating your…

Christy Bieber | Feb 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM EST

I’m Not Even 30 And Have $45K Saved Up. Are The Calculators Right That I’ll Have $4 Million At Retirement?

Saving money at a young age is one of the best ways to grow wealthy without very much effort. In…

Christy Bieber | Feb 20, 2025 at 3:52 PM EST

54 Year Old Retiree With A $4 Million 401(K) Doesn’t Know What To Do

When you are 54 and you are retired with millions, you are in a position that’s different from where many…

Rich Duprey | Feb 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM EST

I’m a 41 Year Old Guy Who Drives For UPS And Finally Broke $150k a Year

Finding a job that can pay someone without a college degree $150,000 a year sounds like a dream come true.…

Christy Bieber | Feb 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM EST

Do You Know 2025’s Maximum Social Security Check? See How Much Some Older Americans Are Banking

The average Social Security benefit in 2025 is $1,976, which is not a lot of money for retirees to receive.…

Maurie Backman | Feb 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST

I’m in the military making $85k a year and I want to become a millionaire to prove my high school doubters wrong

Some people join the military because they want to protect their country. Others join for the built-in perks. These…

Marc Guberti | Feb 20, 2025 at 1:20 PM EST

20 years ago I barely made $3,000, now I make $120,310 in robotics and automation

You can grow your income considerably if you take a long-term perspective. A 37-year-old Redditor shared his experience of going from…

Christy Bieber | Feb 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST

I’m in college and just discovered my estranged father just died and he left me over $10 million – should I drop out of school?

If you were a college student and received a huge inheritance, what would you do? A Reddit user is trying…

Christy Bieber | Feb 20, 2025 at 12:41 PM EST

If You’re Planning to Work and Collect Social Security, Read This First

Working while collecting Social Security can make good sense for some seniors. Those who want to work part-time but still…

Maurie Backman | Feb 20, 2025 at 12:34 PM EST

Do any young people use a financial advisor? What makes them worth the money?

I was in my mid-30s when I first started working with a financial advisor. And the reason I didn’t…

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If I’m Retiring 5 Years Early and Have $3M Saved Up, What Is My Safe Withdrawal Rate?

My wife is a stay at home mom and I’d like to set aside money for her, but don’t know the best options. What’s possible?

Baby Boomers Own Nearly 40% of All American Homes – Was It Skill or Luck?

The Social Security website says I can expect to get $4k per month when I retire – is that really true?

Is $60K Too Much To Give An 18 Year Old? I’m Worried It’s Too Much For My Son.

If You’ve Been Able to Save Up $100K and Are Scared of Investing, Suze Orman Will Set You Straight

I’m Not Even 30 And Have $45K Saved Up. Are The Calculators Right That I’ll Have $4 Million At Retirement?

54 Year Old Retiree With A $4 Million 401(K) Doesn’t Know What To Do

I’m a 41 Year Old Guy Who Drives For UPS And Finally Broke $150k a Year

Do You Know 2025’s Maximum Social Security Check? See How Much Some Older Americans Are Banking

I’m in the military making $85k a year and I want to become a millionaire to prove my high school doubters wrong

20 years ago I barely made $3,000, now I make $120,310 in robotics and automation

I’m in college and just discovered my estranged father just died and he left me over $10 million – should I drop out of school?

If You’re Planning to Work and Collect Social Security, Read This First

Do any young people use a financial advisor? What makes them worth the money?

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Monthly Gold Income of $4.43 Appeals to Retirees; Volatility Decline Threatens The Flow

A $1.8 Million 401(k) and Social Security Coming Up? Drain It Before 70 to Dodge the IRMAA Cliff

The IRS Loophole That Lets You Give Your Kids Unlimited Money Tax-Free (It's Not the $19,000 Gift Limit)

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Personal Finance Articles

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If I’m Retiring 5 Years Early and Have $3M Saved Up, What Is My Safe Withdrawal Rate?

My wife is a stay at home mom and I’d like to set aside money for her, but don’t know the best options. What’s possible?

Baby Boomers Own Nearly 40% of All American Homes – Was It Skill or Luck?

The Social Security website says I can expect to get $4k per month when I retire – is that really true?

Is $60K Too Much To Give An 18 Year Old? I’m Worried It’s Too Much For My Son.

If You’ve Been Able to Save Up $100K and Are Scared of Investing, Suze Orman Will Set You Straight

I’m Not Even 30 And Have $45K Saved Up. Are The Calculators Right That I’ll Have $4 Million At Retirement?

54 Year Old Retiree With A $4 Million 401(K) Doesn’t Know What To Do

I’m a 41 Year Old Guy Who Drives For UPS And Finally Broke $150k a Year

Do You Know 2025’s Maximum Social Security Check? See How Much Some Older Americans Are Banking

I’m in the military making $85k a year and I want to become a millionaire to prove my high school doubters wrong

20 years ago I barely made $3,000, now I make $120,310 in robotics and automation

I’m in college and just discovered my estranged father just died and he left me over $10 million – should I drop out of school?

If You’re Planning to Work and Collect Social Security, Read This First

Do any young people use a financial advisor? What makes them worth the money?

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Monthly Gold Income of $4.43 Appeals to Retirees; Volatility Decline Threatens The Flow

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