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Marc Guberti | Jan 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM EST

At 37 with nearly $1 million in cash, I’m cautious about upgrading my home — am I too conservative?

Many people warn about lifestyle creep, and rightfully so. If your expenses grow faster than your income, it’s difficult to…

Marc Guberti | Jan 7, 2025 at 1:13 PM EST

I love saving and it’s a game to me – but I’m starting to wonder if you can save too much

It won’t take long when a conversation about financial best practices pivots toward saving money and letting compound growth do…

Maurie Backman | Jan 7, 2025 at 12:15 PM EST

These Are the First 4 Financial Moves You Should Make in 2025

The start of a new year is a good time to do a financial checkup. And that holds true no…

Chris MacDonald | Jan 7, 2025 at 12:10 PM EST

Social Security 2025: 3 Tips to Retire Comfortably On a Fixed Income In the New Year

Living off of social security payments alone is a reality millions of Americans may face in the years to come,…

Rich Duprey | Jan 7, 2025 at 11:52 AM EST

The typical baby boomer is facing at a $900k “hole” in their retirement savings

As we enter 2026, the cost of a comfortable retirement is rapidly rising. Just five years ago, Americans of all…

Joey Frenette | Jan 7, 2025 at 11:45 AM EST

I’m 61 and make around 4,000 per month – should I claim Social Security 62 and invest it?

It’s the age-old dilemma that arises once one enters one’s 60s: Should one take Social Security sooner or put it…

Ian Cooper | Jan 7, 2025 at 11:11 AM EST

3 Steps to Follow Before Taking Your RMD from Your IRA This Year

At the age of 73, you have required minimum distributions (RMD), which you should discuss with your financial advisor. As…

Marc Guberti | Jan 7, 2025 at 10:36 AM EST

How Many Americans Have Saved at Least $100K for Retirement? It May Be More Than You Think

Everyone is running their own race, but it’s good to know how many Americans have saved at least $100,000 for…

Aaron Webber | Jan 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM EST

4 Critical Dates for Social Security to Know About This Year

It is normal to feel nervous or apprehensive about retirement, especially when there is an abundance of tips, tricks, and…

Christy Bieber | Jan 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM EST

My family complains that we don’t spend enough money, but I want to retire early. Should I stop saving so much and start spending more?

A Reddit poster commented recently on a dilemma he’s facing. The poster has a $3.6 million net worth, including $3.1…

Ian Cooper | Jan 7, 2025 at 10:12 AM EST

Dave Ramsey: Do These 6 Key Things With Your Money Now

We’re not all great with money. In fact, according to the Financial Health Pulse U.S. Trends Report from the Financial…

Aaron Webber | Jan 7, 2025 at 9:30 AM EST

If your household brings in $500k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

People who are paid high salaries or given large amounts of money should not experience money problems, and they should…

Christy Bieber | Jan 7, 2025 at 9:13 AM EST

I’m looking into getting a new credit card and I’m not sure if I want to play the game with having 2, 3, 4, or 12 different credit cards to get me bonuses for everything

When it comes to credit cards, some people enjoy strategizing to maximize their rewards, points, or miles. Not everyone finds…

Chris MacDonald | Jan 7, 2025 at 9:13 AM EST

My salary has recently doubled to over $600k and I barely do anything for work. Should I feel guilty about this?

For many individuals who have built up a successful business over the course of their lifetime, selling one’s time for…

Aaron Webber | Jan 7, 2025 at 8:30 AM EST

I’m single and set to inherit $5 million – can I take my foot off the gas when it comes to saving for retirement?

As a society, we seem to have entirely lost the plot when it comes to work, money, and the value…

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Personal Finance Articles

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At 37 with nearly $1 million in cash, I’m cautious about upgrading my home — am I too conservative?

I love saving and it’s a game to me – but I’m starting to wonder if you can save too much

These Are the First 4 Financial Moves You Should Make in 2025

Social Security 2025: 3 Tips to Retire Comfortably On a Fixed Income In the New Year

The typical baby boomer is facing at a $900k “hole” in their retirement savings

I’m 61 and make around 4,000 per month – should I claim Social Security 62 and invest it?

3 Steps to Follow Before Taking Your RMD from Your IRA This Year

How Many Americans Have Saved at Least $100K for Retirement? It May Be More Than You Think

4 Critical Dates for Social Security to Know About This Year

My family complains that we don’t spend enough money, but I want to retire early. Should I stop saving so much and start spending more?

Dave Ramsey: Do These 6 Key Things With Your Money Now

If your household brings in $500k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I’m looking into getting a new credit card and I’m not sure if I want to play the game with having 2, 3, 4, or 12 different credit cards to get me bonuses for everything

My salary has recently doubled to over $600k and I barely do anything for work. Should I feel guilty about this?

I’m single and set to inherit $5 million – can I take my foot off the gas when it comes to saving for retirement?

Retiring on a Private Island in the Bahamas is the Dream. Can a $2 Million Nest Egg Make It Happen?

If You Have $10,000 And Want To Bet on AI and Robotics, These Are The Investments I’d Pick

The Lesser-Known Trick That Can Help You Undo a Bad Social Security Filing Decision

A $2.5 Million 401(k) at 73 Can Still Cost You Six Figures Without These 3 Moves

Retiring on a Private Island in the Bahamas is the Dream. Can a $2 Million Nest Egg Make It Happen?

Should You Look for the “Next Nvidia” — or Just Buy the Real Thing?

A $2.5 Million 401(k) at 73 Can Still Cost You Six Figures Without These 3 Moves

Personal Finance Articles

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At 37 with nearly $1 million in cash, I’m cautious about upgrading my home — am I too conservative?

I love saving and it’s a game to me – but I’m starting to wonder if you can save too much

These Are the First 4 Financial Moves You Should Make in 2025

Social Security 2025: 3 Tips to Retire Comfortably On a Fixed Income In the New Year

The typical baby boomer is facing at a $900k “hole” in their retirement savings

I’m 61 and make around 4,000 per month – should I claim Social Security 62 and invest it?

3 Steps to Follow Before Taking Your RMD from Your IRA This Year

How Many Americans Have Saved at Least $100K for Retirement? It May Be More Than You Think

4 Critical Dates for Social Security to Know About This Year

My family complains that we don’t spend enough money, but I want to retire early. Should I stop saving so much and start spending more?

Dave Ramsey: Do These 6 Key Things With Your Money Now

If your household brings in $500k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I’m looking into getting a new credit card and I’m not sure if I want to play the game with having 2, 3, 4, or 12 different credit cards to get me bonuses for everything

My salary has recently doubled to over $600k and I barely do anything for work. Should I feel guilty about this?

I’m single and set to inherit $5 million – can I take my foot off the gas when it comes to saving for retirement?

Retiring on a Private Island in the Bahamas is the Dream. Can a $2 Million Nest Egg Make It Happen?

If You Have $10,000 And Want To Bet on AI and Robotics, These Are The Investments I’d Pick

The Lesser-Known Trick That Can Help You Undo a Bad Social Security Filing Decision

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