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David Beren | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:16 AM EDT

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

As tax season, a time most Americans dread, starts inching closer to the finish line, better known as the tax…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:10 AM EDT

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

A Reddit user is very concerned about his parents’ retirement prospects. His father is retiring within weeks and, when he…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:07 AM EDT

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

A lot of people dream of retiring on the early side. And in this Reddit post, we have a…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM EDT

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

A Reddit user is trying to decide how to organize his financial priorities. The original poster (OP) said he has…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:55 AM EDT

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

When President Trump took office, one of the first things he did was greenlight his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).…

Maurie Backman | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:37 AM EDT

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

Inheriting money can be a positive thing — especially when there’s lots to go around. But it also has…

Joey Frenette | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:27 AM EDT

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Vanguard’s Target Retirement Funds are the perfect option for new retirees who just want to set and forget. For those…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 9:09 AM EDT

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

A disabled Reddit user is living off of her settlement money because she is unable to work. She wants to…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 8:15 AM EDT

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

A Reddit user said he was overpaid at his job, and he isn’t sure what to do next. He explained…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 8:06 AM EDT

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

A Reddit user with $6 million in liquid assets is trying to figure out whether she needs to go back…

Joey Frenette | Apr 2, 2025 at 6:33 AM EDT

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

It’s nice to be able to retire on one’s own terms, with a scheduled retirement date, a nice retirement party,…

Christy Bieber | Apr 2, 2025 at 6:05 AM EDT

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

A Reddit user who works as a self-employed musician is facing a dilemma right now. As the poster explained, his…

Maurie Backman | Apr 1, 2025 at 3:26 PM EDT

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

The past few years have been great for existing homeowners who are now sitting on record levels of equity. But…

Marc Guberti | Apr 1, 2025 at 1:17 PM EDT

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

It takes a lot of planning and action to retire at 60. Even if you don’t want to retire at…

Maurie Backman | Apr 1, 2025 at 11:47 AM EDT

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

There are millions of Americans who have less than $1,000 to their name. And the Federal Reserve recently found…

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The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

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.

A $1.4 Million 401(k) Quietly Costs You Six Figures in Taxes Without This Move

Everyone’s Chasing Arizona but Smart Retirees Are Buying Here Instead

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.

A $1.4 Million 401(k) Quietly Costs You Six Figures in Taxes Without This Move

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.

A $1.4 Million 401(k) Quietly Costs You Six Figures in Taxes Without This Move

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Tax Filing Questions

My parents are retiring with just $210k and never invested their money – what’s the safest move for their nest egg?

Our household makes over $400k per year and we want to have the option to retire in 20 years – are we on track?

Should I Pay Off My $23,000 Student Loans or Invest Instead?

DOGE Has its Sights on Social Security. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing

My wife and I earn $425,000, but my $10 million inheritance complicates our financial planning – how do we ensure fairness?

I’m Considering a Vanguard Target Retirement Fund—What Happens at the End?

Is the 4% Withdrawal Rate Safe for My $1 Million Settlement When I’m Disabled and My Husband Expects Help?

I Accidentally Got Overpaid by My Job—What Should I Do Next?

We have $6 million in liquid assets and my partner earns $500,000 – can we sustain our lavish lifestyle without me working?

Should I Start 401K Withdrawals at 60 After Losing My Job with a $1 Million Portfolio?

Should I Pause My Retirement Contributions to Rebuild My Emergency Fund as a Self-Employed Musician?

Falling Mortgage Rates: Will Homebuyers Catch a Break?

Want to Retire at 60? Here’s a Reading List to Get You There

I’m 38 with a $3.5 million net worth – how do people go from 7 figures to high 8 or 9 figures in a decade?

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.

A $1.4 Million 401(k) Quietly Costs You Six Figures in Taxes Without This Move

Everyone’s Chasing Arizona but Smart Retirees Are Buying Here Instead

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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.

A $1.4 Million 401(k) Quietly Costs You Six Figures in Taxes Without This Move