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John Seetoo | Jan 11, 2025 at 9:05 AM EST

We’re a family of 4 who just blew through our budgeted $325k – here’s our 2025 spending plan

24/7 Wall Street Aggressively pursuing FatF.I.R.E. saving and investing strategies can sometimes be sidelined by unexpected emergency expenses. While re-budgeting…

Marc Guberti | Jan 11, 2025 at 7:40 AM EST

I’m 44 years old and finally a millionaire, why is it so hard to let myself enjoy my money?

A Redditor’s post in the Chubby FIRE subreddit has gained a lot of attention since it has a deep message about building…

Maurie Backman | Jan 10, 2025 at 2:08 PM EST

Are backdoor Roth IRAs worth it if I have only $6k–$12k to invest?

from 24/7 Wall St. A backdoor IRA gives you access to tax-free gains and income in retirement. It can be…

Maurie Backman | Jan 10, 2025 at 1:22 PM EST

I’m looking to save $2.5 million in order to spend $100k in retirement – how should I factor in future taxes?

from 24/7 Wall St. If you use the 4% rule to manage a $2.5 million nest egg, you’ll get about…

Maurie Backman | Jan 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM EST

My parents want to disperse $200k of her inheritance early to my sister. I don’t think this is fair at all – what can I tell them to reconsider?

from 24/7 Wall St. Treating siblings unequally from a financial standpoint can make for a world of conflict. Have honest…

Maurie Backman | Jan 10, 2025 at 11:33 AM EST

I’m 35 with $330k in my 401(k) — do I really need to keep maxing it out?

from 24/7 Wall St. A 401(k) offers benefits beyond housing your retirement savings. You don’t need to max out a…

David Beren | Jan 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM EST

The Most-Searched Travel Rewards Credit Cards of the Past Year

When choosing a credit card, you generally have two options: a cash-back credit card or one with perks for travelers. The…

David Beren | Jan 10, 2025 at 9:48 AM EST

“What is the best all-around rewards or cash-back credit card?”

Determining the best all-around cash-back credit card can lead to plenty of arguments. Everyone believes they know the best cash-back…

Christy Bieber | Jan 10, 2025 at 9:10 AM EST

How Big is President Trump’s Social Security Check?

When President Trump takes office, he’ll earn a salary of $400,000 annually from the government. The President will likely donate…

Joey Frenette | Jan 10, 2025 at 9:07 AM EST

Suze Orman says people are out of their minds for pulling money out and hoarding cash because they think a recession is coming

Suze Orman isn’t just a great resource for people looking to learn a bit more about how to be better…

Maurie Backman | Jan 10, 2025 at 7:44 AM EST

I make $170k a year and Dave Ramsey called me broke – here’s how I screwed up

When we think about people who tend to live paycheck to paycheck with serious debt, we might naturally picture lower…

Christy Bieber | Jan 10, 2025 at 6:13 AM EST

My lifelong goal has been to retire with $5 million in the bank – once I hit that number, should I stop saving?

A Reddit poster asked recently if they should stop saving once they were on track to hit their target investment…

Joey Frenette | Jan 10, 2025 at 6:07 AM EST

I’m looking to travel often and take advantage of credit card bonuses so that I can travel more often – where should I look?

There are ample travel credit cards out there that frequent travelers should check out to maximize bang for their buck.…

Maurie Backman | Jan 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM EST

I’m 52 and have a net worth of $6.2 Million. I’m so burnt out, can I retire early?

from 24/7 Wall St. With a large net worth, early retirement becomes less of a risk. Before you retire early…

Christy Bieber | Jan 9, 2025 at 5:18 PM EST

Dave Ramsey nailed it: “A high credit score does NOT equal success.”

Dave Ramsey is well-known for being anti-credit card, but the finance guru has actually gone beyond just saying you should…

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Personal Finance Articles

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We’re a family of 4 who just blew through our budgeted $325k – here’s our 2025 spending plan

I’m 44 years old and finally a millionaire, why is it so hard to let myself enjoy my money?

Are backdoor Roth IRAs worth it if I have only $6k–$12k to invest?

I’m looking to save $2.5 million in order to spend $100k in retirement – how should I factor in future taxes?

My parents want to disperse $200k of her inheritance early to my sister. I don’t think this is fair at all – what can I tell them to reconsider?

I’m 35 with $330k in my 401(k) — do I really need to keep maxing it out?

The Most-Searched Travel Rewards Credit Cards of the Past Year

“What is the best all-around rewards or cash-back credit card?”

How Big is President Trump’s Social Security Check?

Suze Orman says people are out of their minds for pulling money out and hoarding cash because they think a recession is coming

I make $170k a year and Dave Ramsey called me broke – here’s how I screwed up

My lifelong goal has been to retire with $5 million in the bank – once I hit that number, should I stop saving?

I’m looking to travel often and take advantage of credit card bonuses so that I can travel more often – where should I look?

I’m 52 and have a net worth of $6.2 Million. I’m so burnt out, can I retire early?

Dave Ramsey nailed it: “A high credit score does NOT equal success.”

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

A Covered Call ETF That Pays 6% Is Beating Vanguard’s Biggest International ETF Right Now

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

We’re a family of 4 who just blew through our budgeted $325k – here’s our 2025 spending plan

I’m 44 years old and finally a millionaire, why is it so hard to let myself enjoy my money?

Are backdoor Roth IRAs worth it if I have only $6k–$12k to invest?

I’m looking to save $2.5 million in order to spend $100k in retirement – how should I factor in future taxes?

My parents want to disperse $200k of her inheritance early to my sister. I don’t think this is fair at all – what can I tell them to reconsider?

I’m 35 with $330k in my 401(k) — do I really need to keep maxing it out?

The Most-Searched Travel Rewards Credit Cards of the Past Year

“What is the best all-around rewards or cash-back credit card?”

How Big is President Trump’s Social Security Check?

Suze Orman says people are out of their minds for pulling money out and hoarding cash because they think a recession is coming

I make $170k a year and Dave Ramsey called me broke – here’s how I screwed up

My lifelong goal has been to retire with $5 million in the bank – once I hit that number, should I stop saving?

I’m looking to travel often and take advantage of credit card bonuses so that I can travel more often – where should I look?

I’m 52 and have a net worth of $6.2 Million. I’m so burnt out, can I retire early?

Dave Ramsey nailed it: “A high credit score does NOT equal success.”

SETM Is Up 27% YTD and 150% Over a Year. The S&P 500? Not Even Close.

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback

A Covered Call ETF That Pays 6% Is Beating Vanguard’s Biggest International ETF Right Now

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66-Year-Old Couple With $2.2M Thought They Were Frugal — Until They Audited Their Spending

A 61-Year-Old Widow Claimed Survivor Benefits While Still Working, Then the Earnings Test Triggered a $1-for-$2 Clawback