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Joey Frenette | Apr 17, 2025 at 9:36 AM EDT

Should I choose drip or auto balance for my $30,000 investment?

Even as tariff-driven volatility sends markets violently in both directions for the next year or so, staying invested (and continuing…

Joey Frenette | Apr 17, 2025 at 8:36 AM EDT

My New Altitude Reserve Card Was Rejected by a Hotel Due to No Signature Strip—Now What?

It’s a nightmare scenario for many as they travel abroad: that the one and only credit card in their wallet…

Marc Guberti | Apr 17, 2025 at 8:34 AM EDT

At 35, I’m finally starting my dividend portfolio with $3,000—what should I include for growth and yield?

It’s never too late to start investing. While everyone wishes they invested as teenagers, some people start in their 20s,…

Maurie Backman | Apr 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM EDT

Is $2 Million Enough to Retire On? Ask These Questions to Find Out

As of 2022, Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 had a median $200,000 in retirement savings. And if…

Maurie Backman | Apr 17, 2025 at 6:50 AM EDT

I Thought I Had My Finances Under Control Until My 401k Transfer Went Wrong

It often pays to take advantage of a 401(k) plan when an employer offers one — especially if there’s…

Marc Guberti | Apr 16, 2025 at 3:59 PM EDT

Should I quit my $100k job for an easier one while managing $200k in stocks?

A high-income job doesn’t guarantee happiness. One Redditor posted in the FIRE subreddit about their $100k/yr job. The individual is…

Marc Guberti | Apr 16, 2025 at 2:17 PM EDT

Is My Retirement Age Realistic? Seeking Feedback on My Early Retirement Dreams

Setting retirement goals can inspire you to earn more money and tighten your expenses, but you don’t want to set…

Marc Guberti | Apr 16, 2025 at 2:17 PM EDT

Should I sacrifice early retirement for a more fulfilling life while being the breadwinner?

When work gets stressful, some people want to take a step back and take a break. However, it becomes more…

Ian Cooper | Apr 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM EDT

Will My Grandfather Lose His Social Security Benefits Without An Online Account?

“Is my grandfather’s Social Security benefits gonna be canceled because he doesn’t have an online account,” asks a Reddit user.…

David Beren | Apr 16, 2025 at 12:38 PM EDT

We have $3.5 million invested and plan to retire soon – can we afford a $1.5 million house?

One of the biggest questions anyone needs to ask before buying a home is whether or not they can afford…

Joey Frenette | Apr 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM EDT

At 26, I’m paying off £13,000 in debt while caring for my disabled mother—how can I break free from financial fear?

It’s incredibly challenging to take the role of a primary caregiver in one’s 20s. Undoubtedly, it’s already tough to get…

Joey Frenette | Apr 16, 2025 at 11:15 AM EDT

My $3M Net Worth Made Me Realize I’m Living Someone Else’s Life—How Long Until I Get Bored After Quitting My Job?

Early retirement isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Too many ambitious folks who follow the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement…

David Beren | Apr 16, 2025 at 10:24 AM EDT

I’m Seeking the Best Credit Card for My Spending and Travel Goals

In the cashback and travel credit card world, everyone is always looking for the best offers when wanting a new…

Maurie Backman | Apr 16, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT

Here’s Where President Trump’s Social Security Plans Stand

Social Security is an important program for millions of retired Americans. But there’s a major flaw in it, and it’s…

David Beren | Apr 16, 2025 at 9:59 AM EDT

I Chose a $5K Bonus from Schwab for My $1.5MM Deposit: Here’s What I Found Out

One of the things most people love about choosing a bank is the opportunity to get whatever bonus comes from…

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Personal Finance Articles

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Should I choose drip or auto balance for my $30,000 investment?

My New Altitude Reserve Card Was Rejected by a Hotel Due to No Signature Strip—Now What?

At 35, I’m finally starting my dividend portfolio with $3,000—what should I include for growth and yield?

Is $2 Million Enough to Retire On? Ask These Questions to Find Out

I Thought I Had My Finances Under Control Until My 401k Transfer Went Wrong

Should I quit my $100k job for an easier one while managing $200k in stocks?

Is My Retirement Age Realistic? Seeking Feedback on My Early Retirement Dreams

Should I sacrifice early retirement for a more fulfilling life while being the breadwinner?

Will My Grandfather Lose His Social Security Benefits Without An Online Account?

We have $3.5 million invested and plan to retire soon – can we afford a $1.5 million house?

At 26, I’m paying off £13,000 in debt while caring for my disabled mother—how can I break free from financial fear?

My $3M Net Worth Made Me Realize I’m Living Someone Else’s Life—How Long Until I Get Bored After Quitting My Job?

I’m Seeking the Best Credit Card for My Spending and Travel Goals

Here’s Where President Trump’s Social Security Plans Stand

I Chose a $5K Bonus from Schwab for My $1.5MM Deposit: Here’s What I Found Out

The $1.3 Million 401(k) Trap: Why Converting $130,000 at Once Costs $19,800 More Than It Should

Snowbirding Sounds Like the Dream Retirement but The Math on Two Homes Is Brutal

How $400,000 in BDC ETFs Can Pay $36,000 a Year and What the Default Risk Really Looks Like

The $1.3 Million 401(k) Trap: Why Converting $130,000 at Once Costs $19,800 More Than It Should

Snowbirding Sounds Like the Dream Retirement but The Math on Two Homes Is Brutal

The $1.3 Million 401(k) Trap: Why Converting $130,000 at Once Costs $19,800 More Than It Should

Snowbirding Sounds Like the Dream Retirement but The Math on Two Homes Is Brutal

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Should I choose drip or auto balance for my $30,000 investment?

My New Altitude Reserve Card Was Rejected by a Hotel Due to No Signature Strip—Now What?

At 35, I’m finally starting my dividend portfolio with $3,000—what should I include for growth and yield?

Is $2 Million Enough to Retire On? Ask These Questions to Find Out

I Thought I Had My Finances Under Control Until My 401k Transfer Went Wrong

Should I quit my $100k job for an easier one while managing $200k in stocks?

Is My Retirement Age Realistic? Seeking Feedback on My Early Retirement Dreams

Should I sacrifice early retirement for a more fulfilling life while being the breadwinner?

Will My Grandfather Lose His Social Security Benefits Without An Online Account?

We have $3.5 million invested and plan to retire soon – can we afford a $1.5 million house?

At 26, I’m paying off £13,000 in debt while caring for my disabled mother—how can I break free from financial fear?

My $3M Net Worth Made Me Realize I’m Living Someone Else’s Life—How Long Until I Get Bored After Quitting My Job?

I’m Seeking the Best Credit Card for My Spending and Travel Goals

Here’s Where President Trump’s Social Security Plans Stand

I Chose a $5K Bonus from Schwab for My $1.5MM Deposit: Here’s What I Found Out

The $1.3 Million 401(k) Trap: Why Converting $130,000 at Once Costs $19,800 More Than It Should

Snowbirding Sounds Like the Dream Retirement but The Math on Two Homes Is Brutal

How $400,000 in BDC ETFs Can Pay $36,000 a Year and What the Default Risk Really Looks Like

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The $1.3 Million 401(k) Trap: Why Converting $130,000 at Once Costs $19,800 More Than It Should

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