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Maurie Backman | Dec 20, 2024 at 10:15 AM EST

We’re in our 50s with over $2 million in retirement accounts — should we keep maxing them out?

from 24/7 Wall St. Maxing out a 401(k) or IRA gives you a nice tax break. There may come a…

John Seetoo | Dec 20, 2024 at 9:09 AM EST

My mom has terminal cancer and is leaving me $450k in her 401(k) — I don’t know what to do with it

When a loved one is facing a terminal illness, a range of emotions and concerns can crop up that can…

Aaron Webber | Dec 20, 2024 at 8:30 AM EST

I’m approaching $100k in my 401(k) — should I decrease my contributions going forward?

There is so much financial advice on the internet that no matter what you do, there will always be someone…

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…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

We’re in our 50s with over $2 million in retirement accounts — should we keep maxing them out?

My mom has terminal cancer and is leaving me $450k in her 401(k) — I don’t know what to do with it

I’m approaching $100k in my 401(k) — should I decrease my contributions going forward?

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?

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

PBW’s 34% Year-to-Date Gain Masks a Brutal Five-Year Pattern Every Rate Cycle Repeats

NVDL Collapsed 12% in a Single Day as Nvidia Lost $279 Billion, Exposing How Leverage Compounds on Bad Tape

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

The Divorced Spouse Strategy That Adds $14,400 a Year for a 66-Year-Old Whose Ex Is Still Alive

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

We’re in our 50s with over $2 million in retirement accounts — should we keep maxing them out?

My mom has terminal cancer and is leaving me $450k in her 401(k) — I don’t know what to do with it

I’m approaching $100k in my 401(k) — should I decrease my contributions going forward?

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?

Your Adult Child Has a Chronic Health Condition and Needs Your Help. What Retirees Should Know

PBW’s 34% Year-to-Date Gain Masks a Brutal Five-Year Pattern Every Rate Cycle Repeats

NVDL Collapsed 12% in a Single Day as Nvidia Lost $279 Billion, Exposing How Leverage Compounds on Bad Tape

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