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Marc Guberti | Feb 8, 2025 at 7:14 AM EST

I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

A 32-year-old Redditor is married and has four kids, but the Redditor also has two aging parents who need financial…

Dana George | Feb 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM EST

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

The average retired Social Security recipient collects $1,976 monthly, while the average couple receives $3,089. While some retirees have arranged…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM EST

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

By the time you are in your 50s, you should ideally have around six times your annual salary saved. Unfortunately,…

John Seetoo | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM EST

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Families are often able to build up a substantial net worth through owning property, like a farm, or a small…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:29 PM EST

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

In many ways, timeshares have been hugely popular because they allow you to plan a vacation properly. As they frequently…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM EST

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

A Reddit poster recently raised questions about whether online Social Security calculators are taking all of the relevant details into…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 1:47 PM EST

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

As is the case with anyone nearing retirement age, thinking about minimizing taxes and reducing any future RMDs (Required Minimum…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 1:25 PM EST

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

Managing money in a relationship can be complicated and things can get even worse when your partner’s family also becomes…

David Beren | Feb 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM EST

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

Whenever anyone thinks about a 401(k), there’s a pretty good chance it’s widely mentioned as one of the best retirement…

Douglas A. McIntyre | Feb 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM EST

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

The Social Security Administration is desperately trying to find ways not to run out of money. No solutions will be…

Maurie Backman | Feb 7, 2025 at 10:25 AM EST

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

As you get closer to retirement, one of the hardest decisions you might have to make is signing up for…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 10:18 AM EST

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

If you owe money on a car loan, should you sell your stocks to pay it off? This is…

Christy Bieber | Feb 7, 2025 at 9:12 AM EST

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

Many people are pursuing a lifestyle called Financial Independence, Retire Early, or FIRE. Being financially independent and retiring early…

Maurie Backman | Feb 7, 2025 at 8:51 AM EST

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

The Federal Reserve spent a good part of 2022 and 2023 implementing interest rate hikes in response to rampant inflation.…

Joey Frenette | Feb 7, 2025 at 8:40 AM EST

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

In this piece, we’ll investigate the case of a 40-year-old retail investor who’s starting to see their Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL |…

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I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

RFK Jr. Proposes Unthinkable 34% Tax Increase to Save Social Security’s “Solvency Gap”

Congresswoman Warns that Retirees Will “Pay the Price” as Social Security Insolvency Looms

What It Takes to Retire in Boca Raton, Florida, at 62 on $1.3 Million and Live the Coastal Life

RFK Jr. Proposes Unthinkable 34% Tax Increase to Save Social Security's "Solvency Gap"

Congresswoman Warns that Retirees Will "Pay the Price" as Social Security Insolvency Looms

RFK Jr. Proposes Unthinkable 34% Tax Increase to Save Social Security’s “Solvency Gap”

Congresswoman Warns that Retirees Will “Pay the Price” as Social Security Insolvency Looms

Personal Finance Articles

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I’m 32 with $100k saved for retirement and wondering if I should withdrawal some to help my aging parents who have nothing

3 Retirement Steps to Take in Your 60s to Avoid Huge RMDs in Your 70s

I’m a 51 year old recently divorced nurse with no retirement savings. Can I save $1 million by the time I am 64?

Considering Early Inheritance? How to Navigate Gift and Estate Taxes

Baby Boomers Used to Love Timeshares – Here’s Why They’re Usually a Terrible Idea

This Social Security Misconception Could Be Costing You Big Money

I am 60 with a net worth of $3 million. How can I pay the least amount of taxes possible?

My fiancé won’t stop funding his family’s luxurious lifestyle and won’t save money for our future – what can I do?

I Used to Think a 401(k) Was the Ultimate Retirement Account, Until I Learned These 10 Drawbacks

If You’re Rich, You May Not Get Social Security

3 Situations Where Taking Social Security Early Makes Sense

I owe $11k on my car – should I dump some of my stocks and pay off my debt?

Is financial independence actually worth it if you are working yourself nearly to death?

The Fed Just Paused Interest Rate Cuts. Here’s What That Means for You

I’m 40 years old and own more than $100,000 of Apple stock – should I let it ride or sell to diversify?

RFK Jr. Proposes Unthinkable 34% Tax Increase to Save Social Security’s “Solvency Gap”

Congresswoman Warns that Retirees Will “Pay the Price” as Social Security Insolvency Looms

What It Takes to Retire in Boca Raton, Florida, at 62 on $1.3 Million and Live the Coastal Life

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RFK Jr. Proposes Unthinkable 34% Tax Increase to Save Social Security's "Solvency Gap"

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