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Marc Guberti | Feb 6, 2025 at 7:11 AM EST

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

Everyone is looking to get ahead on their financial goals, and housing hacking may be a good option. The strategy…

Christy Bieber | Feb 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM EST

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

A Reddit user said her husband accused her of financial infidelity based on her spending — despite the fact…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 5:18 PM EST

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash. Is that a smart idea?

Buying a home is not an inexpensive prospect these days. According to the National Association of REALTORS' most recent data,…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM EST

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

Claiming Social Security is one of the most significant things you might do in the course of retiring. So it’s…

Christy Bieber | Feb 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM EST

I want to marry my boyfriend but his mom is financially dependent on him – should this be a dealbreaker?

Should you marry someone whose mother is financially dependent on them, even if their mother makes no attempt to keep…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 2:19 PM EST

I’m Almost 40 and Looking for Life Insurance. What’s a Good Option?

One of the most important purchases you might make in your lifetime is a life insurance policy. With life insurance,…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 1:18 PM EST

My old job had a pension and they offered me to cash out for $24k or get $100 per month for life — which should I choose?

When I hear about people who are eligible for a pension from an employer, I tend to feel a little…

Joey Frenette | Feb 5, 2025 at 11:42 AM EST

2 Vanguard Sector ETFs You Can Add to Any Well-Rounded Portfolio

Sector and thematic ETFs (exchange-traded funds) can be a great way for passive investors to spice up their portfolios and…

Joey Frenette | Feb 5, 2025 at 11:41 AM EST

How Do I Tell My Friends That Even Though I Have a Lot of Money, I Don’t Want to Spend a Lot of Money?

Money is a taboo subject among friends and close acquaintances for a reason. Indeed, some folks out there may be…

Rich Duprey | Feb 5, 2025 at 11:32 AM EST

How to Automate Your Savings and Watch Your Wealth Grow

Taking the thinking out of saving money by automating the process is one of the most effective strategies for building…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 10:50 AM EST

3 Ways to Lower Your Taxes Without Breaking the Law

Whether you make $50,000 a year or $500,000 a year, your goal is probably the same — to keep as…

Maurie Backman | Feb 5, 2025 at 10:19 AM EST

We’re in our 40s with $7 million in assets and we don’t want to spoil our child as a trust fund baby – what should we do?

Accumulating $7 million by the time you reach your 40s is a truly amazing accomplishment — and one you should…

Christy Bieber | Feb 5, 2025 at 9:49 AM EST

How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check

If you’re like most seniors, you’ll rely on Social Security to provide a good portion of your income once you…

Christy Bieber | Feb 5, 2025 at 8:49 AM EST

I Make $125k Per Year and Retired Early. Am I a Loser Just Because I Play Video Games All Day?

Retiring early is often a dream for many people, and those who plan to leave work early may have many…

Aaron Webber | Feb 5, 2025 at 8:30 AM EST

I Always Planned on Taking Social Security at 62, but These 8 Factors Have Me Targeting 70 Now

A healthy retirement in a cute family home used to be the core of the American Dream™. Not so anymore.…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash. Is that a smart idea?

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

I want to marry my boyfriend but his mom is financially dependent on him – should this be a dealbreaker?

I’m Almost 40 and Looking for Life Insurance. What’s a Good Option?

My old job had a pension and they offered me to cash out for $24k or get $100 per month for life — which should I choose?

2 Vanguard Sector ETFs You Can Add to Any Well-Rounded Portfolio

How Do I Tell My Friends That Even Though I Have a Lot of Money, I Don’t Want to Spend a Lot of Money?

How to Automate Your Savings and Watch Your Wealth Grow

3 Ways to Lower Your Taxes Without Breaking the Law

We’re in our 40s with $7 million in assets and we don’t want to spoil our child as a trust fund baby – what should we do?

How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check

I Make $125k Per Year and Retired Early. Am I a Loser Just Because I Play Video Games All Day?

I Always Planned on Taking Social Security at 62, but These 8 Factors Have Me Targeting 70 Now

The Single Biggest Opportunity to Buy Enphase Energy Before July 28 Earnings

The Average Retiree Household Spends $5,119 a Month. Social Security Covers $2,081. Here’s What Closes the Gap.

This $1.5 Trillion Bomb Is Waiting to Blow Up Your Portfolio

The Average Retiree Household Spends $5,119 a Month. Social Security Covers $2,081. Here's What Closes the Gap.

The Retirement Number That Matters More Than How Much You've Saved

The Single Biggest Opportunity to Buy Enphase Energy Before July 28 Earnings

The Average Retiree Household Spends $5,119 a Month. Social Security Covers $2,081. Here’s What Closes the Gap.

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Is ‘househacking,’ aka renting out rooms of your home, an actual wealth building secret?

My Husband Is Accusing Me of Financial Infidelity Even Though We Both Are High Earners and Make the Same Amount of Money

I’m 32 and just inherited $300k from my grandmother and I’m being told to use all of that to buy my house in cash. Is that a smart idea?

Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File

I want to marry my boyfriend but his mom is financially dependent on him – should this be a dealbreaker?

I’m Almost 40 and Looking for Life Insurance. What’s a Good Option?

My old job had a pension and they offered me to cash out for $24k or get $100 per month for life — which should I choose?

2 Vanguard Sector ETFs You Can Add to Any Well-Rounded Portfolio

How Do I Tell My Friends That Even Though I Have a Lot of Money, I Don’t Want to Spend a Lot of Money?

How to Automate Your Savings and Watch Your Wealth Grow

3 Ways to Lower Your Taxes Without Breaking the Law

We’re in our 40s with $7 million in assets and we don’t want to spoil our child as a trust fund baby – what should we do?

How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check

I Make $125k Per Year and Retired Early. Am I a Loser Just Because I Play Video Games All Day?

I Always Planned on Taking Social Security at 62, but These 8 Factors Have Me Targeting 70 Now

The Single Biggest Opportunity to Buy Enphase Energy Before July 28 Earnings

The Average Retiree Household Spends $5,119 a Month. Social Security Covers $2,081. Here’s What Closes the Gap.

This $1.5 Trillion Bomb Is Waiting to Blow Up Your Portfolio

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The Average Retiree Household Spends $5,119 a Month. Social Security Covers $2,081. Here's What Closes the Gap.

The Retirement Number That Matters More Than How Much You've Saved