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Rich Duprey | Jan 18, 2025 at 5:22 AM EST

I’m 42 with $2.5 million in index funds and we’re not sure how much we spend per year and need help getting organized

Having organized financial records and a clear understanding of your annual spending is crucial when planning for early retirement. It…

Marc Guberti | Jan 17, 2025 at 7:47 PM EST

I am planning to retire but now here come opportunities – should I stop working or keep going?

A Redditor has spoken with their financial advisor and recently received the green light to retire. The Redditor previously planned…

Rich Duprey | Jan 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM EST

I want to retire at 50 with $5 million — is this sufficient for a balanced retirement portfolio?

A balanced retirement portfolio is essential for securing your financial future. By spreading investments across various asset classes, you mitigate…

Christy Bieber | Jan 17, 2025 at 4:54 PM EST

If you’re over 50 and make $500k per year, you should have this much saved for retirement – are you on track?

When you have a $500,000 annual income, you have a lot of money to replace as a retiree. The good…

Christy Bieber | Jan 17, 2025 at 2:44 PM EST

How good is it to use a credit card that offers 2% cash back for every purchase?

You have a lot of different ways you could pay for purchases. One option is to pay cash, but that…

Katie Price | Jan 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM EST

My parents saved money for my siblings and I to go to college but I don’t want to help them with their retirement – am I wrong?

Reddit is full of wisdom and even financial questions we all need answers to. While we never advise you to…

Christy Bieber | Jan 17, 2025 at 11:21 AM EST

Outside of Social Security, my parents have absolutely nothing for retirement and I’ll be stuck financing their retirement – is this normal?

How far can, and should, you go to help out your parents? This is an issue that a Reddit poster…

Maurie Backman | Jan 17, 2025 at 9:58 AM EST

Is Your Social Security COLA Falling Short? Here’s What to Do

In recent years, Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, have come in on the bigger side. But in 2025, seniors…

Maurie Backman | Jan 17, 2025 at 8:39 AM EST

Trump Wants to Eliminate Taxes on Social Security Benefits — but Will That Cause Even More Problems?

Social Security is a critical source of income for millions of retirees, a good number of whom have to get…

Joey Frenette | Jan 17, 2025 at 8:33 AM EST

I’ve been investing in my 401(k) for the last 10 years and I wish that I had invested in Bitcoin instead

It’s all too easy for beginning investors to go overboard with the shoulda, woulda, and coulda. Undoubtedly, this type of…

Aaron Webber | Jan 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM EST

How Much the Average Millennial Could Make With a Cash Back Credit Card

As American consumers are feeling the squeeze of late-stage capitalism more and more, credit cards are continuing to emerge as…

Maurie Backman | Jan 17, 2025 at 7:26 AM EST

3 More Reasons It’s Dangerous to Retire on Social Security Alone

Although millions of older Americans rely heavily on Social Security to make ends meet in retirement, an estimated 40% depend…

Christy Bieber | Jan 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM EST

I’m going to inherit a $15 million and I want to splurge on a $3 million condo in Florida – is this foolish?

If you’re inheriting $15 million, is it OK to splurge on a $3 million beachside condo? This was a question…

Maurie Backman | Jan 16, 2025 at 3:11 PM EST

I’m in my late 30s with over $7 million saved for retirement – I still feel like I need more of a cushion though

from 24/7 Wall St. With more than $7 million socked away for retirement, you’re clearly doing something right. Whether a…

David Beren | Jan 16, 2025 at 2:07 PM EST

I’m 51 looking to retire early and spend $500k a year – if I have $6.3 million saved, is that enough?

When you hit 50 years of age, it’s not unheard of to start thinking about when you want to call…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’m 42 with $2.5 million in index funds and we’re not sure how much we spend per year and need help getting organized

I am planning to retire but now here come opportunities – should I stop working or keep going?

I want to retire at 50 with $5 million — is this sufficient for a balanced retirement portfolio?

If you’re over 50 and make $500k per year, you should have this much saved for retirement – are you on track?

How good is it to use a credit card that offers 2% cash back for every purchase?

My parents saved money for my siblings and I to go to college but I don’t want to help them with their retirement – am I wrong?

Outside of Social Security, my parents have absolutely nothing for retirement and I’ll be stuck financing their retirement – is this normal?

Is Your Social Security COLA Falling Short? Here’s What to Do

Trump Wants to Eliminate Taxes on Social Security Benefits — but Will That Cause Even More Problems?

I’ve been investing in my 401(k) for the last 10 years and I wish that I had invested in Bitcoin instead

How Much the Average Millennial Could Make With a Cash Back Credit Card

3 More Reasons It’s Dangerous to Retire on Social Security Alone

I’m going to inherit a $15 million and I want to splurge on a $3 million condo in Florida – is this foolish?

I’m in my late 30s with over $7 million saved for retirement – I still feel like I need more of a cushion though

I’m 51 looking to retire early and spend $500k a year – if I have $6.3 million saved, is that enough?

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Monthly Gold Income of $4.43 Appeals to Retirees; Volatility Decline Threatens The Flow

A $1.8 Million 401(k) and Social Security Coming Up? Drain It Before 70 to Dodge the IRMAA Cliff

The IRS Loophole That Lets You Give Your Kids Unlimited Money Tax-Free (It's Not the $19,000 Gift Limit)

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’m 42 with $2.5 million in index funds and we’re not sure how much we spend per year and need help getting organized

I am planning to retire but now here come opportunities – should I stop working or keep going?

I want to retire at 50 with $5 million — is this sufficient for a balanced retirement portfolio?

If you’re over 50 and make $500k per year, you should have this much saved for retirement – are you on track?

How good is it to use a credit card that offers 2% cash back for every purchase?

My parents saved money for my siblings and I to go to college but I don’t want to help them with their retirement – am I wrong?

Outside of Social Security, my parents have absolutely nothing for retirement and I’ll be stuck financing their retirement – is this normal?

Is Your Social Security COLA Falling Short? Here’s What to Do

Trump Wants to Eliminate Taxes on Social Security Benefits — but Will That Cause Even More Problems?

I’ve been investing in my 401(k) for the last 10 years and I wish that I had invested in Bitcoin instead

How Much the Average Millennial Could Make With a Cash Back Credit Card

3 More Reasons It’s Dangerous to Retire on Social Security Alone

I’m going to inherit a $15 million and I want to splurge on a $3 million condo in Florida – is this foolish?

I’m in my late 30s with over $7 million saved for retirement – I still feel like I need more of a cushion though

I’m 51 looking to retire early and spend $500k a year – if I have $6.3 million saved, is that enough?

FIDI’s 4.1% Yield Holds Firm as Dollar Weakness Boosts International Dividends

Why BDC Income Investors Are Facing Smaller Quarterly Checks in 2026

Monthly Gold Income of $4.43 Appeals to Retirees; Volatility Decline Threatens The Flow

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