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Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 19, 2024 at 3:18 PM EST

The Most-Searched Senior Discounts in America

There is one big benefit of reaching your senior years—senior discounts. There are tons of businesses across the U.S. that…

Rich Duprey | Dec 19, 2024 at 3:06 PM EST

Are You Sabotaging Your Retirement with Holiday Debt? Here’s the Real Cost

The holiday season is upon us, but behind all the joy and festivities, lurks a hidden cost that can undermine…

David Beren | Dec 19, 2024 at 2:15 PM EST

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Life Insurance Questions

When it comes to enrolling in life insurance, it’s a highly personal topic as you must decide which plan best…

Rich Duprey | Dec 19, 2024 at 1:11 PM EST

My mother is 71 and wants to withdraw her entire 401(k) by January 2025 — is this advisable?

The 401(k) retirement program has been a massive benefit for workers since its creation in 1978. According to Fidelity Investments,…

David Beren | Dec 19, 2024 at 12:58 PM EST

The Typical American Can’t Answer These Simple Medicare Questions

When you think about Medicare, there is good reason to think it’s simply a medical program for anyone over 65.…

Rich Duprey | Dec 19, 2024 at 11:33 AM EST

I’m invested elsewhere but want to start contributing to my 401(k) — what does ‘maxing it out’ mean?

The 401(k) program is a fixture today in retirement planning, but it wasn’t always. As recently as the 1970s, pension…

David Beren | Dec 19, 2024 at 11:31 AM EST

Fraudulent charges appeared on my credit card — and the items were delivered to my house!

Flywheel Publishing has partnered with CardRatings to provide coverage of credit card products. Flywheel Publishing and CardRatings may receive a…

Maurie Backman | Dec 19, 2024 at 11:16 AM EST

I Signed Up for Social Security but Haven’t Received My First Check. What Do I Do?

The decision to sign up for Social Security is significant, because your filing age helps determine how much monthly income…

Rich Duprey | Dec 19, 2024 at 10:52 AM EST

I’m looking to buy a house and was told that I can use my 401k as an asset – is that true?

Buying a house is one of the biggest, most expensive investments you will make in your lifetime. Getting the process…

Christy Bieber | Dec 19, 2024 at 10:20 AM EST

I have no credit cards but pay all my bills on time — should I get a cash back credit card?

from 24/7 Wall St.: A Reddit user asked if they should get a cash back credit card. The user says…

Joey Frenette | Dec 19, 2024 at 9:52 AM EST

Dave Ramsey shares his best advice for what to do if you suddenly inherit millions of dollars

I’m sure you’ve heard of it by now: the great generational wealth transfer, which will see a considerable amount of…

Joey Frenette | Dec 19, 2024 at 9:20 AM EST

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $5 Million for Retirement?

In my last piece, I noted that just over 3% of Americans have saved up at least $1 million for…

Joey Frenette | Dec 19, 2024 at 9:11 AM EST

Retirees: 3 Bond ETFs You Can Buy and Sleep Well At Night

Retirees could be in for tougher sledding going into 2025 as calls for lower prospective returns over the next year…

David Beren | Dec 18, 2024 at 2:31 PM EST

If your family brings in $100k per year, this is how much you need saved for retirement by age 45

There is no question that many people want to be at a target number by a certain age to know…

Christy Bieber | Dec 18, 2024 at 11:45 AM EST

My wife and I use credit cards over debit for travel points — is this the best strategy?

Flywheel Publishing has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Flywheel Publishing and CardRatings may receive a…

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The Most-Searched Senior Discounts in America

Are You Sabotaging Your Retirement with Holiday Debt? Here’s the Real Cost

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Life Insurance Questions

My mother is 71 and wants to withdraw her entire 401(k) by January 2025 — is this advisable?

The Typical American Can’t Answer These Simple Medicare Questions

I’m invested elsewhere but want to start contributing to my 401(k) — what does ‘maxing it out’ mean?

Fraudulent charges appeared on my credit card — and the items were delivered to my house!

I Signed Up for Social Security but Haven’t Received My First Check. What Do I Do?

I’m looking to buy a house and was told that I can use my 401k as an asset – is that true?

I have no credit cards but pay all my bills on time — should I get a cash back credit card?

Dave Ramsey shares his best advice for what to do if you suddenly inherit millions of dollars

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $5 Million for Retirement?

Retirees: 3 Bond ETFs You Can Buy and Sleep Well At Night

If your family brings in $100k per year, this is how much you need saved for retirement by age 45

My wife and I use credit cards over debit for travel points — is this the best strategy?

The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn’t See Coming

USD Implodes 17% And June 8th Could Be Worse

Retired Postal Office Worker With $720,000 Discovers His Pension Just Triggered an IRMAA Surprise

The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn't See Coming

Retired Postal Office Worker With $720,000 Discovers His Pension Just Triggered an IRMAA Surprise

The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn’t See Coming

USD Implodes 17% And June 8th Could Be Worse

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

The Most-Searched Senior Discounts in America

Are You Sabotaging Your Retirement with Holiday Debt? Here’s the Real Cost

The Average American Can’t Answer These Simple Life Insurance Questions

My mother is 71 and wants to withdraw her entire 401(k) by January 2025 — is this advisable?

The Typical American Can’t Answer These Simple Medicare Questions

I’m invested elsewhere but want to start contributing to my 401(k) — what does ‘maxing it out’ mean?

Fraudulent charges appeared on my credit card — and the items were delivered to my house!

I Signed Up for Social Security but Haven’t Received My First Check. What Do I Do?

I’m looking to buy a house and was told that I can use my 401k as an asset – is that true?

I have no credit cards but pay all my bills on time — should I get a cash back credit card?

Dave Ramsey shares his best advice for what to do if you suddenly inherit millions of dollars

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $5 Million for Retirement?

Retirees: 3 Bond ETFs You Can Buy and Sleep Well At Night

If your family brings in $100k per year, this is how much you need saved for retirement by age 45

My wife and I use credit cards over debit for travel points — is this the best strategy?

The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn’t See Coming

USD Implodes 17% And June 8th Could Be Worse

Retired Postal Office Worker With $720,000 Discovers His Pension Just Triggered an IRMAA Surprise

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The Six-Month Medicare Lookback That Costs a 66-Year-Old HSA Holder $7,800 in Excess Contributions Penalties She Didn't See Coming

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