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John Seetoo | Dec 10, 2024 at 11:11 AM EST

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

When retirement funds accumulate and grow, it can be tempting to use those funds for current purchases rather than for…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Budgeting tools have become an essential part of modern financial planning. While many people used to keep budgets with pen…

Maurie Backman | Dec 10, 2024 at 10:02 AM EST

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

Seniors on Social Security often rely heavily on their yearly cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) to make ends meet. And in 2025,…

Aaron Webber | Dec 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

Key points You can always stop working a desk job and focus on your family whenever you want. Your years…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 10, 2024 at 9:24 AM EST

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

If your household earns $400,000 annually, you should aim to have saved approximately $1.83 million by age 45 to maintain…

Rich Duprey | Dec 10, 2024 at 8:37 AM EST

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

Planning for retirement is something everyone, regardless of income, needs to take seriously, but for high-income individuals, it really is…

Aaron Webber | Dec 10, 2024 at 8:30 AM EST

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

Key points Suing over a will is often expensive and a lost cause. Most care workers are prohibited from accepting…

Joey Frenette | Dec 10, 2024 at 6:57 AM EST

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

Reverse mortgages can make a lot of sense for many retirees who could use a bit of a cash jolt.…

Rich Duprey | Dec 10, 2024 at 6:46 AM EST

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

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

Maurie Backman | Dec 9, 2024 at 5:07 PM EST

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

from 24/7 Wall St. Delaying Social Security past full retirement age results in boosted benefits. There’s no sense in waiting…

David Beren | Dec 9, 2024 at 2:59 PM EST

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

Credit cards have quickly outgrown cash use in the last five years. Using credit cards gives you extra buying power,…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 9, 2024 at 2:20 PM EST

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

Trying to decide how to finance a home is always difficult. When you have multiple investment accounts as an option,…

Joey Frenette | Dec 9, 2024 at 12:32 PM EST

I want to help my kids build up their credit history so I added them to my credit card – will this help?

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

David Beren | Dec 9, 2024 at 12:22 PM EST

How Scammers Stole $538 Million from Seniors Last Year and What You Can Do to Stop Them

Senior scams accounted for $538 million in losses last year. This age group is an easy target because they quickly…

David Beren | Dec 9, 2024 at 11:33 AM EST

I’m in my early 50s with $1 million in my 401k and looking to quit now because I feel burnt out – what would you do?

This couple is on a solid path toward early retirement. There is a big question about medical coverage if ACA…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

I want to help my kids build up their credit history so I added them to my credit card – will this help?

How Scammers Stole $538 Million from Seniors Last Year and What You Can Do to Stop Them

I’m in my early 50s with $1 million in my 401k and looking to quit now because I feel burnt out – what would you do?

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

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

69-Year-Old Widow With $890,000 in Late Husband's IRA Faces a Massive Tax Bill if She Isn't Careful

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

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

I want to help my kids build up their credit history so I added them to my credit card – will this help?

How Scammers Stole $538 Million from Seniors Last Year and What You Can Do to Stop Them

I’m in my early 50s with $1 million in my 401k and looking to quit now because I feel burnt out – what would you do?

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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