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Maurie Backman | Apr 8, 2025 at 9:49 AM EDT

My dad passed away and Social Security says he was owed benefits – why are they asking for my SSN?

Social Security pays benefits to millions of retired Americans. But until recently, certain retirees weren’t eligible for their benefits…

Christy Bieber | Apr 8, 2025 at 9:13 AM EDT

Dave Ramsey Said, ‘You Don’t Need a Credit Score to Thrive’ and He’s Kind of Correct, but Not Entirely

Dave Ramsey is a well-known financial guru who has given some very good advice to people. However, there’s a lot…

Chris MacDonald | Apr 8, 2025 at 6:38 AM EDT

I Used to Funnel All of My Savings into VOO, But These 3 ETFs Offer a More Balanced Approach

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) remains one of the top exchange traded funds (ETFs) in the market, and for…

Marc Guberti | Apr 7, 2025 at 8:33 PM EDT

Ramsey Said “A High Credit Score Does Not Equal Success”, And He’s Sort of Right, But There Are Big Benefits.

Dave Ramsey has captivated millions of listeners through his show and has sold many copies of his book. The financial…

John Seetoo | Apr 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM EDT

2 in 3 Americans Feel They Personally Pay Too Much in Income Taxes – Do You?

“Be wary of strong drink. It can make you shoot at tax collectors… and miss.” – Robert A. Heinlein Tax…

Marc Guberti | Apr 7, 2025 at 6:38 PM EDT

How I Overcame the Challenge of Spending After Retirement

The FIRE Reddit community got into a healthy debate after a user posted about spending after retirement. The Redditor asked how…

Joey Frenette | Apr 7, 2025 at 5:35 PM EDT

I Want to Grow My $75k Savings Faster: What Are My Options?

If you’re like many young investors who are looking to grow their wealth by jumping into the investment world, it’s…

David Beren | Apr 7, 2025 at 12:29 PM EDT

Is $3 Million Enough to Retire on in America?

Retiring with $3 million in the bank might sound like complete financial security and freedom from the workforce forever. At…

Maurie Backman | Apr 7, 2025 at 12:14 PM EDT

Can You Still Count on Social Security for Retirement Income if You’re in Your 40s?

There are millions of older Americans today who use their monthly Social Security benefits to cover their essential retirement expenses.…

Christy Bieber | Apr 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM EDT

If Any Gen-Xer Is Using A Debit Card, They Should See How Much They Could Make By Switching

When you pay for goods and services in today’s day and age, you have a lot of different choices for…

David Beren | Apr 7, 2025 at 11:23 AM EDT

Is Your Financial Advisor a Fiduciary? How to Find Out and What to Do If They Aren’t

Whenever the topic of talking with a financial professional who can help create a long-term strategy toward retirement arises, we…

Marc Guberti | Apr 7, 2025 at 10:23 AM EDT

At 39, I Inherited $4M in Real Estate and $200K Cash – What Should I Do Next?

Receiving a big inheritance can be a good thing or a bad thing. It’s good if you use the money…

Maurie Backman | Apr 7, 2025 at 9:50 AM EDT

These 2 Moves Could Make it Easier to Ride Out a Recession

If you’ve been investing for quite some time, you’ve probably experienced your fair share of stock market corrections and a…

Aaron Webber | Apr 7, 2025 at 9:30 AM EDT

The Six Biggest Factors Causing Americans’ Car Insurance to Skyrocket

Are you paying higher insurance premiums than ever before? Are your rates increasing by more each year? You’re not alone,…

David Beren | Apr 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM EDT

Americans Now Have $1.21 Trillion of Credit Card Debt, the Highest on Record – 7 Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Take on Too Much

It’s a frightening reality about the state of American consumer debt that at the end of 2024, the Federal Reserve…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

My dad passed away and Social Security says he was owed benefits – why are they asking for my SSN?

Dave Ramsey Said, ‘You Don’t Need a Credit Score to Thrive’ and He’s Kind of Correct, but Not Entirely

I Used to Funnel All of My Savings into VOO, But These 3 ETFs Offer a More Balanced Approach

Ramsey Said “A High Credit Score Does Not Equal Success”, And He’s Sort of Right, But There Are Big Benefits.

2 in 3 Americans Feel They Personally Pay Too Much in Income Taxes – Do You?

How I Overcame the Challenge of Spending After Retirement

I Want to Grow My $75k Savings Faster: What Are My Options?

Is $3 Million Enough to Retire on in America?

Can You Still Count on Social Security for Retirement Income if You’re in Your 40s?

If Any Gen-Xer Is Using A Debit Card, They Should See How Much They Could Make By Switching

Is Your Financial Advisor a Fiduciary? How to Find Out and What to Do If They Aren’t

At 39, I Inherited $4M in Real Estate and $200K Cash – What Should I Do Next?

These 2 Moves Could Make it Easier to Ride Out a Recession

The Six Biggest Factors Causing Americans’ Car Insurance to Skyrocket

Americans Now Have $1.21 Trillion of Credit Card Debt, the Highest on Record – 7 Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Take on Too Much

Forget Realty Income: 4 Other REITs Built for Dividend Investors

Is Money Rotating Back Into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs While XRP and HYPE Funds Fade?

She Inherited Mineral Rights She Didn’t Know She Owned. Do the Royalty Checks Shrink Her Social Security?

She Inherited Mineral Rights She Didn't Know She Owned. Do the Royalty Checks Shrink Her Social Security?

Massachusetts Is Among the Most Expensive States and Ranks Near the Bottom for Tax Competitiveness. Here's What That Means for a Retiree on Social Security.

Forget Realty Income: 4 Other REITs Built for Dividend Investors

Is Money Rotating Back Into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs While XRP and HYPE Funds Fade?

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

My dad passed away and Social Security says he was owed benefits – why are they asking for my SSN?

Dave Ramsey Said, ‘You Don’t Need a Credit Score to Thrive’ and He’s Kind of Correct, but Not Entirely

I Used to Funnel All of My Savings into VOO, But These 3 ETFs Offer a More Balanced Approach

Ramsey Said “A High Credit Score Does Not Equal Success”, And He’s Sort of Right, But There Are Big Benefits.

2 in 3 Americans Feel They Personally Pay Too Much in Income Taxes – Do You?

How I Overcame the Challenge of Spending After Retirement

I Want to Grow My $75k Savings Faster: What Are My Options?

Is $3 Million Enough to Retire on in America?

Can You Still Count on Social Security for Retirement Income if You’re in Your 40s?

If Any Gen-Xer Is Using A Debit Card, They Should See How Much They Could Make By Switching

Is Your Financial Advisor a Fiduciary? How to Find Out and What to Do If They Aren’t

At 39, I Inherited $4M in Real Estate and $200K Cash – What Should I Do Next?

These 2 Moves Could Make it Easier to Ride Out a Recession

The Six Biggest Factors Causing Americans’ Car Insurance to Skyrocket

Americans Now Have $1.21 Trillion of Credit Card Debt, the Highest on Record – 7 Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Take on Too Much

Forget Realty Income: 4 Other REITs Built for Dividend Investors

Is Money Rotating Back Into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs While XRP and HYPE Funds Fade?

She Inherited Mineral Rights She Didn’t Know She Owned. Do the Royalty Checks Shrink Her Social Security?

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She Inherited Mineral Rights She Didn't Know She Owned. Do the Royalty Checks Shrink Her Social Security?

Massachusetts Is Among the Most Expensive States and Ranks Near the Bottom for Tax Competitiveness. Here's What That Means for a Retiree on Social Security.