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Christy Bieber | Dec 28, 2024 at 9:44 AM EST

I met someone who quit his job of 13 years and cashed out his 401(k) — is this a wise choice?

Recently, a Reddit poster told a story of a person he’d met who cashed out a 401(k) to try to…

Aaron Webber | Dec 28, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

I was laid off 9 days before becoming fully vested in my 401(k) — what are my options?

Corporations have no loyalty toward their employees. They do not see you as human, only as numbers on a spreadsheet…

Christy Bieber | Dec 28, 2024 at 9:01 AM EST

4 in 5 Americans Are Missing a Golden Savings Opportunity

Saving money can be challenging under the best of circumstances. Unfortunately, millions of Americans are making the process even harder…

Christy Bieber | Dec 28, 2024 at 8:33 AM EST

I’m 29 and left my job — should I withdraw my 401(k) or roll it into an IRA?

When you quit your job, what should you do with your 401(k)? This is a question a Reddit poster asked…

Christy Bieber | Dec 28, 2024 at 7:20 AM EST

I have $2 million in my 401(k) and Roth accounts — should I stop contributing now?

Recently, a Reddit poster with $2 million in 401(k) and IRA accounts asked when they should stop contributing to their…

John Seetoo | Dec 28, 2024 at 6:43 AM EST

Too Little, Too Late? The Reality of Baby Boomers Trying to Catch Up on Retirement Savings

24/7 Wall Street While 44% of Baby Boomers have saved over $250,000 for retirement, it is estimated that nearly 66%…

Rich Duprey | Dec 27, 2024 at 6:17 PM EST

I’m in my mid-30s and at a crossroads – Sell my business now for $10 million or wait to potentially make $25 million?

Bigger companies or private equity firms often approach startups about buying them out. Company founders are faced with the difficult…

Rich Duprey | Dec 27, 2024 at 4:16 PM EST

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Year-End Employer Matching and Other Missed Opportunities

With the end of the year upon us, now is a good time to assess your financial and retirement planning…

Rich Duprey | Dec 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM EST

I’ve been maxing out my after-tax 401(k) and converting it to a Roth for 2 years — is this a good strategy?

Roughly 70 million workers actively participate in 401(k) retirement plans, which now hold approximately $10 trillion in assets. The program…

David Beren | Dec 27, 2024 at 11:33 AM EST

Get Paid for Spending: How to Make Cash Back Credit Cards Work Overtime for You

One of any credit card’s best and most popular perks is undoubtedly getting cash back. As you’re already going to…

Rich Duprey | Dec 27, 2024 at 11:11 AM EST

I’m 42 with a $21 million net worth — I gained $4 million in one month — is this sustainable?

The stock market is the single best way for the average person to grow wealthy. No other asset class has…

Joey Frenette | Dec 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST

How Much Holiday Generosity Is Too Much? When Gifting Threatens Your Retirement

Excessive generosity around the holiday season tends to be a good thing, provided you know where to draw the line.…

Christy Bieber | Dec 27, 2024 at 9:33 AM EST

In my 40s with $8 million and young kids — should I delay early retirement to afford private school tuition?

A Reddit user is facing a major dilemma. The poster was hoping to retire rich at 5o, and they are…

Joey Frenette | Dec 27, 2024 at 9:04 AM EST

We’re in our 50s with a large holding in Apple stock — should we use an exchange fund to diversify?

Diversification is one of the very few so-called “free lunches” to be had on the stock market. And though it’s…

David Hanson | Dec 27, 2024 at 8:37 AM EST

Baby Boomers Might Be in for a Rude Awakening

Over the past decade, baby boomers who invested in the stock market have enjoyed a period of incredible returns. From…

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I met someone who quit his job of 13 years and cashed out his 401(k) — is this a wise choice?

I was laid off 9 days before becoming fully vested in my 401(k) — what are my options?

4 in 5 Americans Are Missing a Golden Savings Opportunity

I’m 29 and left my job — should I withdraw my 401(k) or roll it into an IRA?

I have $2 million in my 401(k) and Roth accounts — should I stop contributing now?

Too Little, Too Late? The Reality of Baby Boomers Trying to Catch Up on Retirement Savings

I’m in my mid-30s and at a crossroads – Sell my business now for $10 million or wait to potentially make $25 million?

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Year-End Employer Matching and Other Missed Opportunities

I’ve been maxing out my after-tax 401(k) and converting it to a Roth for 2 years — is this a good strategy?

Get Paid for Spending: How to Make Cash Back Credit Cards Work Overtime for You

I’m 42 with a $21 million net worth — I gained $4 million in one month — is this sustainable?

How Much Holiday Generosity Is Too Much? When Gifting Threatens Your Retirement

In my 40s with $8 million and young kids — should I delay early retirement to afford private school tuition?

We’re in our 50s with a large holding in Apple stock — should we use an exchange fund to diversify?

Baby Boomers Might Be in for a Rude Awakening

Energy’s Hottest Trade: 6 High-Yielding Integrateds and Midstream Giants Are All Strong Buys

Lexington, KY Or Myrtle Beach, SC? Where Does A $1 Million Retirement Go Further?

The Real Cost of Retiring in San Diego at 62 and Never Leaving the Coast

Lexington, KY Or Myrtle Beach, SC? Where Does A $1 Million Retirement Go Further?

The Real Cost of Retiring in San Diego at 62 and Never Leaving the Coast

Energy’s Hottest Trade: 6 High-Yielding Integrateds and Midstream Giants Are All Strong Buys

Lexington, KY Or Myrtle Beach, SC? Where Does A $1 Million Retirement Go Further?

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I met someone who quit his job of 13 years and cashed out his 401(k) — is this a wise choice?

I was laid off 9 days before becoming fully vested in my 401(k) — what are my options?

4 in 5 Americans Are Missing a Golden Savings Opportunity

I’m 29 and left my job — should I withdraw my 401(k) or roll it into an IRA?

I have $2 million in my 401(k) and Roth accounts — should I stop contributing now?

Too Little, Too Late? The Reality of Baby Boomers Trying to Catch Up on Retirement Savings

I’m in my mid-30s and at a crossroads – Sell my business now for $10 million or wait to potentially make $25 million?

Don’t Leave Free Money on the Table: Year-End Employer Matching and Other Missed Opportunities

I’ve been maxing out my after-tax 401(k) and converting it to a Roth for 2 years — is this a good strategy?

Get Paid for Spending: How to Make Cash Back Credit Cards Work Overtime for You

I’m 42 with a $21 million net worth — I gained $4 million in one month — is this sustainable?

How Much Holiday Generosity Is Too Much? When Gifting Threatens Your Retirement

In my 40s with $8 million and young kids — should I delay early retirement to afford private school tuition?

We’re in our 50s with a large holding in Apple stock — should we use an exchange fund to diversify?

Baby Boomers Might Be in for a Rude Awakening

Energy’s Hottest Trade: 6 High-Yielding Integrateds and Midstream Giants Are All Strong Buys

Lexington, KY Or Myrtle Beach, SC? Where Does A $1 Million Retirement Go Further?

The Real Cost of Retiring in San Diego at 62 and Never Leaving the Coast

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