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Maurie Backman | Dec 26, 2024 at 9:45 AM EST

My wife’s new job offers a whopping 25% 401(k) match — should we max it out?

from 24/7 Wall St. It’s common for companies to offer 401(k) matches. A 25% match is extremely generous. It pays…

Aaron Webber | Dec 26, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

I left a law firm 2 years ago, and they’re still contributing to my 401(k) — is this a mistake?

The laws and rules about how 401(k) accounts operate and what you can do with them are complicated and hard…

Christy Bieber | Dec 26, 2024 at 9:17 AM EST

With a $4 million net worth aiming for $10 million — should I take a career break or keep grinding?

A Reddit poster is facing a tough situation, with a question about whether to focus on health or focus on…

Rich Duprey | Dec 26, 2024 at 7:17 AM EST

I’m maxing out my 401(k) and profit sharing — reaching $69,000 this year — how much will I have by the time I’m 60?

Don’t count your chickens before they’re hatched. We’ve all heard this admonition to not get over your skis in anticipating…

Rich Duprey | Dec 25, 2024 at 4:47 PM EST

I’m 24 and contributing heavily to my 401(k), but my checking account is slim — is this normal?

Although 401(k) retirement programs have been around since the late 1970s, there remains a lot of confusion about the best…

Christy Bieber | Dec 25, 2024 at 9:45 AM EST

Should I prioritize my 401(k) employer match over maxing out my HSA contributions?

Balancing competing financial priorities is always a challenge, but a Reddit poster recently made a suggestion to help you figure…

Joey Frenette | Dec 24, 2024 at 2:46 PM EST

I want to max out my 401k so I have security in my later years, however, I think that I’m missing out on the now

It’s important to ensure you pay yourself first by stashing away a fixed portion of every paycheck for retirement. Indeed,…

Christy Bieber | Dec 24, 2024 at 11:14 AM EST

I charged $4k on my credit card for new furniture and paid it off the next day — was this a smart move?

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Joey Frenette | Dec 24, 2024 at 9:45 AM EST

I’m in my 30s and my 401(k) savings haven’t even touched $10,000 yet — am I too far behind?

If you’re in your 30s and haven’t yet saved a six-figure sum for retirement, I believe it’s far too soon…

Christy Bieber | Dec 24, 2024 at 9:09 AM EST

I’m 30, making $82k but financially strained — should I halt my 401(k) contributions?

from 24/7 Wall St.: Not contributing to a 401(k) usually means passing up an employer match. You should usually prioritize…

Joey Frenette | Dec 24, 2024 at 8:58 AM EST

Early 30s with $4 million — should I invest more in stocks or real estate?

It’s a very impressive feat to have $2 million by the time you’re in your 60s, let alone having $4…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 23, 2024 at 1:07 PM EST

Year-End Portfolio Panic? When to Sell, Hold, or Buy More for Retirement

The end of the year can be a stressful time for any investor. With a new year coming up, it…

Maurie Backman | Dec 23, 2024 at 12:54 PM EST

I’m working in tech with a rising W-2 income — how can I reduce my taxable income as I earn more?

from 24/7 Wall St. The more you earn, the more money you might owe the IRS. Max out tax-advantaged accounts…

David Beren | Dec 23, 2024 at 12:41 PM EST

I want the best card for cash back for everyday purchases like gas. I’m not a big traveler and a lot of cards I looked at have annual fees. Any recommendations?

If you’re searching for credit card rewards, the good news is that you have a laundry list of options in…

Christy Bieber | Dec 23, 2024 at 12:15 PM EST

Americans in Their 50s Think They Need This Much to Retire Comfortably

It can be difficult to figure out exactly how much to save for a comfortable retirement. After all, the rules…

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Personal Finance Articles

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My wife’s new job offers a whopping 25% 401(k) match — should we max it out?

I left a law firm 2 years ago, and they’re still contributing to my 401(k) — is this a mistake?

With a $4 million net worth aiming for $10 million — should I take a career break or keep grinding?

I’m maxing out my 401(k) and profit sharing — reaching $69,000 this year — how much will I have by the time I’m 60?

I’m 24 and contributing heavily to my 401(k), but my checking account is slim — is this normal?

Should I prioritize my 401(k) employer match over maxing out my HSA contributions?

I want to max out my 401k so I have security in my later years, however, I think that I’m missing out on the now

I charged $4k on my credit card for new furniture and paid it off the next day — was this a smart move?

I’m in my 30s and my 401(k) savings haven’t even touched $10,000 yet — am I too far behind?

I’m 30, making $82k but financially strained — should I halt my 401(k) contributions?

Early 30s with $4 million — should I invest more in stocks or real estate?

Year-End Portfolio Panic? When to Sell, Hold, or Buy More for Retirement

I’m working in tech with a rising W-2 income — how can I reduce my taxable income as I earn more?

I want the best card for cash back for everyday purchases like gas. I’m not a big traveler and a lot of cards I looked at have annual fees. Any recommendations?

Americans in Their 50s Think They Need This Much to Retire Comfortably

What It Takes to Retire on Italy’s Tuscan Coast at 60 on $1 Million and Keep Your Principal

The High Yield Muni ETFs Most Retirees Skip That Pays 4-5 Percent Tax Free

A 73-Year-Old Feared Her RMD Would Drain Her IRA and Tax Her Social Security. The IRS Formula Is Built So It Won’t.

What It Takes to Retire on Italy's Tuscan Coast at 60 on $1 Million and Keep Your Principal

A 73-Year-Old Feared Her RMD Would Drain Her IRA and Tax Her Social Security. The IRS Formula Is Built So It Won't.

What It Takes to Retire on Italy’s Tuscan Coast at 60 on $1 Million and Keep Your Principal

The High Yield Muni ETFs Most Retirees Skip That Pays 4-5 Percent Tax Free

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

My wife’s new job offers a whopping 25% 401(k) match — should we max it out?

I left a law firm 2 years ago, and they’re still contributing to my 401(k) — is this a mistake?

With a $4 million net worth aiming for $10 million — should I take a career break or keep grinding?

I’m maxing out my 401(k) and profit sharing — reaching $69,000 this year — how much will I have by the time I’m 60?

I’m 24 and contributing heavily to my 401(k), but my checking account is slim — is this normal?

Should I prioritize my 401(k) employer match over maxing out my HSA contributions?

I want to max out my 401k so I have security in my later years, however, I think that I’m missing out on the now

I charged $4k on my credit card for new furniture and paid it off the next day — was this a smart move?

I’m in my 30s and my 401(k) savings haven’t even touched $10,000 yet — am I too far behind?

I’m 30, making $82k but financially strained — should I halt my 401(k) contributions?

Early 30s with $4 million — should I invest more in stocks or real estate?

Year-End Portfolio Panic? When to Sell, Hold, or Buy More for Retirement

I’m working in tech with a rising W-2 income — how can I reduce my taxable income as I earn more?

I want the best card for cash back for everyday purchases like gas. I’m not a big traveler and a lot of cards I looked at have annual fees. Any recommendations?

Americans in Their 50s Think They Need This Much to Retire Comfortably

What It Takes to Retire on Italy’s Tuscan Coast at 60 on $1 Million and Keep Your Principal

The High Yield Muni ETFs Most Retirees Skip That Pays 4-5 Percent Tax Free

A 73-Year-Old Feared Her RMD Would Drain Her IRA and Tax Her Social Security. The IRS Formula Is Built So It Won’t.

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