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Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 23, 2024 at 10:14 AM EST

I’m considering a job change with a $20k salary increase, but I’ll lose my 401(k) vesting — is it worth it?

Making a job change is always a juggling trade-off between immediate benefits and long-term financial goals. A recent Reddit post…

Aaron Webber | Dec 23, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

I’m 35 with $18 million and young kids — is buying a river house a good investment or just a luxury?

Rich people are weird. They want to have as much money as possible, at any cost, but not look like…

John Seetoo | Dec 23, 2024 at 8:51 AM EST

SCHD vs VIG: Which Dividend ETF Should Retirees Buy?

24/7 Wall Street : Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE: SCHD) and Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund ETF (NYSE: VIG)…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 22, 2024 at 2:50 PM EST

I’m in my 30s with $2.5 million in real estate — how can I generate more cash flow?

I was scrolling through Reddit recently and came across a post in the r/fatFIRE community that sparked some interesting conversation…

Christy Bieber | Dec 22, 2024 at 12:06 PM EST

Here’s How Much Boomers Think They’ll Need to Retire. Are They Right?

from 24/7 Wall St.: Baby Boomers think they will need $600,000 to retire. This could be enough money for some,…

Rich Duprey | Dec 22, 2024 at 11:34 AM EST

I want to double my 401(k) contribution up to 6% — is this a smart move?

“If it’s too good to be true, then it probably is” is a common warning that if something benefits you…

Christy Bieber | Dec 22, 2024 at 10:53 AM EST

Are Baby Boomers Mismanaging Their Retirement Funds?

Saving for retirement is one of the most crucial life goals because everyone will eventually need to leave work, and…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 22, 2024 at 10:11 AM EST

In my early 50s with $8 million and kids heading to college — should I include illiquid investments in my retirement plan?

A recent Reddit post I came across in the r/fatFIRE community raised an important question for anyone looking to retire…

Rich Duprey | Dec 22, 2024 at 10:07 AM EST

In my 20s and just got my first 401(k) offer — how should I kickstart my retirement savings?

A Chinese proverb says, “the best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago; the second best time is…

Aaron Webber | Dec 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

No Kids, No Problem? Why Some Baby Boomers Are Choosing to Spend It All

Baby Boomers are unique in many ways, one of which being that they are one of the only generations in…

John Seetoo | Dec 22, 2024 at 9:13 AM EST

We’re in our 60s with $9 million saved for retirement — excited but worried about the large tax liability coming up

One of the trickier obstacles to handle when retiring with a sizable nest egg is dealing with taxes. Finally getting…

Joey Frenette | Dec 22, 2024 at 8:47 AM EST

I met a girl who retired early living purely off investments — how can I achieve that?

Living off just one’s investment income is pretty much the holy grail of retirement. By living off one’s passive income…

Christy Bieber | Dec 21, 2024 at 4:13 PM EST

Two Big Things Boomers Are Getting Very Wrong About Social Security

24/7 Wall St. : Many Baby Boomers mistakenly think Social Security won’t be there for them. Almost half of Baby…

David Beren | Dec 21, 2024 at 2:27 PM EST

The Most Popular Strategies for Getting a Raise in the New Year

As we move into a new year, one of the biggest hopes everyone has is that the next year will…

Rich Duprey | Dec 21, 2024 at 2:12 PM EST

I’m getting a divorce — should I give up half the house or half my 401(k)?

My best friend was getting married. At the rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding, his father stood and made…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’m considering a job change with a $20k salary increase, but I’ll lose my 401(k) vesting — is it worth it?

I’m 35 with $18 million and young kids — is buying a river house a good investment or just a luxury?

SCHD vs VIG: Which Dividend ETF Should Retirees Buy?

I’m in my 30s with $2.5 million in real estate — how can I generate more cash flow?

Here’s How Much Boomers Think They’ll Need to Retire. Are They Right?

I want to double my 401(k) contribution up to 6% — is this a smart move?

Are Baby Boomers Mismanaging Their Retirement Funds?

In my early 50s with $8 million and kids heading to college — should I include illiquid investments in my retirement plan?

In my 20s and just got my first 401(k) offer — how should I kickstart my retirement savings?

No Kids, No Problem? Why Some Baby Boomers Are Choosing to Spend It All

We’re in our 60s with $9 million saved for retirement — excited but worried about the large tax liability coming up

I met a girl who retired early living purely off investments — how can I achieve that?

Two Big Things Boomers Are Getting Very Wrong About Social Security

The Most Popular Strategies for Getting a Raise in the New Year

I’m getting a divorce — should I give up half the house or half my 401(k)?

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 considering a job change with a $20k salary increase, but I’ll lose my 401(k) vesting — is it worth it?

I’m 35 with $18 million and young kids — is buying a river house a good investment or just a luxury?

SCHD vs VIG: Which Dividend ETF Should Retirees Buy?

I’m in my 30s with $2.5 million in real estate — how can I generate more cash flow?

Here’s How Much Boomers Think They’ll Need to Retire. Are They Right?

I want to double my 401(k) contribution up to 6% — is this a smart move?

Are Baby Boomers Mismanaging Their Retirement Funds?

In my early 50s with $8 million and kids heading to college — should I include illiquid investments in my retirement plan?

In my 20s and just got my first 401(k) offer — how should I kickstart my retirement savings?

No Kids, No Problem? Why Some Baby Boomers Are Choosing to Spend It All

We’re in our 60s with $9 million saved for retirement — excited but worried about the large tax liability coming up

I met a girl who retired early living purely off investments — how can I achieve that?

Two Big Things Boomers Are Getting Very Wrong About Social Security

The Most Popular Strategies for Getting a Raise in the New Year

I’m getting a divorce — should I give up half the house or half my 401(k)?

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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