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David Beren | Mar 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM EDT

We’re in our 30s with a $2.5 million net worth – is buying a new F-150 for family road trips too big of a splurge?

When you think about the whole FIRE movement (financial independence, retire early) and what it generally means for people, the…

David Beren | Mar 19, 2025 at 12:53 PM EDT

I Used to Believe Umbrella Insurance Was a Waste of Money, But These 9 Realities Changed My Mind

In life, there is a far too common belief that you only need the minimum amount of insurance money to…

Joey Frenette | Mar 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM EDT

My Wife’s Mom Has a Pension Decision $80K Lump Sum or $700 a Month Forever – What’s the Savvy Move?

It’s a common dilemma for pensioners and lucky lotto winners: take the cash today or be drip-fed a smaller amount…

John Seetoo | Mar 19, 2025 at 12:21 PM EDT

I inherited my parents’ estate after years of caregiving – should I have to share?

In the popular romantic comedy Love, Actually (2003) Laura Linney’s Sarah portrays a woman who has sacrificed promotion at her…

David Beren | Mar 19, 2025 at 11:51 AM EDT

Frankly, With Everything Going On I Don’t Think $10m Is Actually Enough to Retire Early

In today’s day and age, the hope that everyone can hit their FIRE (financial independence, retire early) number is something…

Maurie Backman | Mar 19, 2025 at 11:32 AM EDT

We’re in our late-20s with $1.1 million already saved – how do we stop obsessing over our $6 million retirement goal?

By the time I reached my late 20s, I had a small amount of money saved for retirement, but…

Maurie Backman | Mar 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM EDT

We’re eyeing a $6 million nest egg – is it realistic to pull $200k per year and keep our taxes near zero?

The median retirement savings among Americans aged 65 to 74 today is $200,000, reports the Federal Reserve. So if…

Maurie Backman | Mar 19, 2025 at 10:44 AM EDT

I’m considering paying a 1% management fee for my investments – is it worth it for peace of mind?

I’ve spent the past 10+ years writing about personal finance — everything from planning for retirement to buying the…

Joey Frenette | Mar 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM EDT

We’re pushing for $5 million by 2030 – but can we really retire with $250k in yearly expenses on the horizon?

A retirement nest egg worth $5 million is massive and large enough to finance the “chubbiest” of early retirements. That…

John Seetoo | Mar 19, 2025 at 10:20 AM EDT

My dad never disclosed his Florida property when he divorced my mom – am I owed my dead mother’s share?

There are some people whose propensity for violence and criminality makes them unfit to be parents. When such people sire…

David Beren | Mar 19, 2025 at 10:05 AM EDT

Dave Ramsey Slaps Down Lame Excuses For Not Retiring A Millionaire

There is no question that Dave Ramsey is a polarizing figure in the financial world, with his brutal honesty often…

Maurie Backman | Mar 19, 2025 at 9:51 AM EDT

I’m 40 and after working hard and doing over $1m last year, I should clear $2m this year

There was a point in time when I’d read stories about people earning massive salaries and get pretty jealous.…

Christy Bieber | Mar 19, 2025 at 8:56 AM EDT

Elon Musk’s Comments on Social Security Spark Democratic Backlash

Elon Musk has had some unflattering things to say about Social Security recently. In fact, the billionaire went on Joe…

Ian Cooper | Mar 18, 2025 at 7:44 PM EDT

Suze Orman Warns Against Making These Financial Blunders

When it comes to money, none of us are perfect. We’ve all spent money on the most ridiculous things. But…

Rich Duprey | Mar 18, 2025 at 6:23 PM EDT

I thought I need $7 million to retire but once I pay off my house, my spending will go down – do I actually need less money?

Financial independence and early retirement — FIRE — mean quitting the daily grind years before most. The goal is to…

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Personal Finance Articles

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We’re in our 30s with a $2.5 million net worth – is buying a new F-150 for family road trips too big of a splurge?

I Used to Believe Umbrella Insurance Was a Waste of Money, But These 9 Realities Changed My Mind

My Wife’s Mom Has a Pension Decision $80K Lump Sum or $700 a Month Forever – What’s the Savvy Move?

I inherited my parents’ estate after years of caregiving – should I have to share?

Frankly, With Everything Going On I Don’t Think $10m Is Actually Enough to Retire Early

We’re in our late-20s with $1.1 million already saved – how do we stop obsessing over our $6 million retirement goal?

We’re eyeing a $6 million nest egg – is it realistic to pull $200k per year and keep our taxes near zero?

I’m considering paying a 1% management fee for my investments – is it worth it for peace of mind?

We’re pushing for $5 million by 2030 – but can we really retire with $250k in yearly expenses on the horizon?

My dad never disclosed his Florida property when he divorced my mom – am I owed my dead mother’s share?

Dave Ramsey Slaps Down Lame Excuses For Not Retiring A Millionaire

I’m 40 and after working hard and doing over $1m last year, I should clear $2m this year

Elon Musk’s Comments on Social Security Spark Democratic Backlash

Suze Orman Warns Against Making These Financial Blunders

I thought I need $7 million to retire but once I pay off my house, my spending will go down – do I actually need less money?

Forget Gold: For Retirees, This TIPS ETF Fights Inflation Better

UCOP: A 2X Bet on the Metal the World Can’t Electrify Without

After Comparing Every Covered Call Nasdaq-100 ETF These 3 Pay Up to 14 Percent Without Capping Your AI Upside

Medicare Will Split Your $2,100 Drug Bill Into Monthly Installments. You Have to Ask First.

A 72-Year-Old Couple With $900,000 in IRAs Converts Nothing. Their Kids Inherit the Tax Bill Instead.

Forget Gold: For Retirees, This TIPS ETF Fights Inflation Better

UCOP: A 2X Bet on the Metal the World Can’t Electrify Without

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

We’re in our 30s with a $2.5 million net worth – is buying a new F-150 for family road trips too big of a splurge?

I Used to Believe Umbrella Insurance Was a Waste of Money, But These 9 Realities Changed My Mind

My Wife’s Mom Has a Pension Decision $80K Lump Sum or $700 a Month Forever – What’s the Savvy Move?

I inherited my parents’ estate after years of caregiving – should I have to share?

Frankly, With Everything Going On I Don’t Think $10m Is Actually Enough to Retire Early

We’re in our late-20s with $1.1 million already saved – how do we stop obsessing over our $6 million retirement goal?

We’re eyeing a $6 million nest egg – is it realistic to pull $200k per year and keep our taxes near zero?

I’m considering paying a 1% management fee for my investments – is it worth it for peace of mind?

We’re pushing for $5 million by 2030 – but can we really retire with $250k in yearly expenses on the horizon?

My dad never disclosed his Florida property when he divorced my mom – am I owed my dead mother’s share?

Dave Ramsey Slaps Down Lame Excuses For Not Retiring A Millionaire

I’m 40 and after working hard and doing over $1m last year, I should clear $2m this year

Elon Musk’s Comments on Social Security Spark Democratic Backlash

Suze Orman Warns Against Making These Financial Blunders

I thought I need $7 million to retire but once I pay off my house, my spending will go down – do I actually need less money?

Forget Gold: For Retirees, This TIPS ETF Fights Inflation Better

UCOP: A 2X Bet on the Metal the World Can’t Electrify Without

After Comparing Every Covered Call Nasdaq-100 ETF These 3 Pay Up to 14 Percent Without Capping Your AI Upside

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