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Maurie Backman | Jan 26, 2025 at 2:15 PM EST

I’m Struggling to Pay My Bills on Social Security Alone. Should I Un-Retire?

The average retired worker today collects $1,976 a month from Social Security. That amounts to just under $24,000 on an…

David Beren | Jan 26, 2025 at 1:48 PM EST

I just reached $1 million in my portfolio – are there any worthwhile investments that I now have access to?

While there is no magic number in terms of hitting financial access as an investor, the $1 million mark is…

Christy Bieber | Jan 26, 2025 at 1:11 PM EST

I’m about to turn 40 with $68K in my 401(k) – is my dream of retiring at 60 still alive?

By the time you are 40 years old, you should have at least three times your annual salary saved —…

Joey Frenette | Jan 26, 2025 at 11:56 AM EST

I’m 39 with $600k in my 401(k) – is a 25% allocation to bonds too conservative given my goals?

Hitting the right asset allocation (stocks versus bonds) can be a tough balance to achieve if you don’t fully understand…

John Seetoo | Jan 26, 2025 at 10:44 AM EST

Suze Orman’s Top Credit Card Tips Are More Important Than Ever in 2025

In the waning months of his presidency, Joe Biden enacted a number of decisions and executive orders that restocked inflation,…

Christy Bieber | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:44 AM EST

My wife retired 2 years ago and I’m still working — is our $12 million net worth enough for me to join her in retirement?

How much do you need invested in order to feel comfortable retiring? This is a very common question among older…

Maurie Backman | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:26 AM EST

I’m looking to retire in my 50s while my kids are still in college – how should I handle this transition with my finances?

Retiring in your 50s, as opposed to your 60s, can bring about certain challenges. For one thing, you’re not yet…

Maurie Backman | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:25 AM EST

I’ve Got a $4 Million Nest Egg. Do I Need to Worry About When to Claim Social Security?

There are many retired Americans today who get the bulk of their income from Social Security. And for some people,…

Maurie Backman | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:14 AM EST

I make $800k per year but still feel FOMO when I see stocks like NVIDIA soar – should I take more risk?

The advent of social media has turned a lot of people into more jealous versions of their former selves.…

Christy Bieber | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:09 AM EST

I’ve been working for 31 years and my net worth is now $10 million – can my spouse and afford to spend $300k per year?

After working for 31 years, a Redditor has managed to amass a net worth of over $10 million, including his…

Joey Frenette | Jan 26, 2025 at 9:04 AM EST

Ramit Sethi says you need to stop listening to these financial gurus and do this instead

Ramit Sethi is probably my favorite personal finance guru to tune into. He doesn’t just know his stuff, but he’s…

Christy Bieber | Jan 26, 2025 at 7:57 AM EST

I’m 19 and getting $2 million from my grandfather and Dave Ramsey has an important warning for me

Inheriting $2 million is a blessing, but it can also leave you feeling very overwhelmed — especially if you are…

Marc Guberti | Jan 26, 2025 at 7:33 AM EST

Retirees: Balanced Allocation ETFs That Do the Heavy-Lifting for You

Retirement planning takes many years, and your goals will change as you get older. Younger investors typically focus on stocks,…

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

I’ve been job-hopping for higher pay for a few years – at what point should you settle in?

There’s a reason a good number of baby boomers today are looking at a comfortable retirement. Back when they started…

David Beren | Jan 25, 2025 at 2:33 PM EST

If This Sounds Like You, An Annuity Might Be the Perfect Investment

When retirement planning becomes serious, you must consider where your investments will be held. Anyone who wants to retire at…

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I’m Struggling to Pay My Bills on Social Security Alone. Should I Un-Retire?

I just reached $1 million in my portfolio – are there any worthwhile investments that I now have access to?

I’m about to turn 40 with $68K in my 401(k) – is my dream of retiring at 60 still alive?

I’m 39 with $600k in my 401(k) – is a 25% allocation to bonds too conservative given my goals?

Suze Orman’s Top Credit Card Tips Are More Important Than Ever in 2025

My wife retired 2 years ago and I’m still working — is our $12 million net worth enough for me to join her in retirement?

I’m looking to retire in my 50s while my kids are still in college – how should I handle this transition with my finances?

I’ve Got a $4 Million Nest Egg. Do I Need to Worry About When to Claim Social Security?

I make $800k per year but still feel FOMO when I see stocks like NVIDIA soar – should I take more risk?

I’ve been working for 31 years and my net worth is now $10 million – can my spouse and afford to spend $300k per year?

Ramit Sethi says you need to stop listening to these financial gurus and do this instead

I’m 19 and getting $2 million from my grandfather and Dave Ramsey has an important warning for me

Retirees: Balanced Allocation ETFs That Do the Heavy-Lifting for You

I’ve been job-hopping for higher pay for a few years – at what point should you settle in?

If This Sounds Like You, An Annuity Might Be the Perfect Investment

A Retired Couple Loaded Up on Tax-Free Municipal Bonds. In Their 70s, the Interest Still Taxes Their Social Security.

The Dividend Portfolio That Can Cover a Silicon Valley House Payment

Why FNGU’s 0.95% Fee Is Only Half the Hidden Cost

A Retired Couple Loaded Up on Tax-Free Municipal Bonds. In Their 70s, the Interest Still Taxes Their Social Security.

The Dividend Portfolio That Can Cover a Silicon Valley House Payment

A Retired Couple Loaded Up on Tax-Free Municipal Bonds. In Their 70s, the Interest Still Taxes Their Social Security.

The Dividend Portfolio That Can Cover a Silicon Valley House Payment

Personal Finance Articles

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I’m Struggling to Pay My Bills on Social Security Alone. Should I Un-Retire?

I just reached $1 million in my portfolio – are there any worthwhile investments that I now have access to?

I’m about to turn 40 with $68K in my 401(k) – is my dream of retiring at 60 still alive?

I’m 39 with $600k in my 401(k) – is a 25% allocation to bonds too conservative given my goals?

Suze Orman’s Top Credit Card Tips Are More Important Than Ever in 2025

My wife retired 2 years ago and I’m still working — is our $12 million net worth enough for me to join her in retirement?

I’m looking to retire in my 50s while my kids are still in college – how should I handle this transition with my finances?

I’ve Got a $4 Million Nest Egg. Do I Need to Worry About When to Claim Social Security?

I make $800k per year but still feel FOMO when I see stocks like NVIDIA soar – should I take more risk?

I’ve been working for 31 years and my net worth is now $10 million – can my spouse and afford to spend $300k per year?

Ramit Sethi says you need to stop listening to these financial gurus and do this instead

I’m 19 and getting $2 million from my grandfather and Dave Ramsey has an important warning for me

Retirees: Balanced Allocation ETFs That Do the Heavy-Lifting for You

I’ve been job-hopping for higher pay for a few years – at what point should you settle in?

If This Sounds Like You, An Annuity Might Be the Perfect Investment

A Retired Couple Loaded Up on Tax-Free Municipal Bonds. In Their 70s, the Interest Still Taxes Their Social Security.

The Dividend Portfolio That Can Cover a Silicon Valley House Payment

Why FNGU’s 0.95% Fee Is Only Half the Hidden Cost

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