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Ian Cooper | Dec 10, 2024 at 12:17 PM EST

Dave Ramsey gives his brutally honest takedown on reverse mortgages – and he’s spot on

If you’re thinking of getting a reverse mortgage, don’t do it, says Dave Ramsey. First, before we jump into why…

Joey Frenette | Dec 10, 2024 at 12:07 PM EST

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $1 Million for Retirement?

A $1 million retirement seems like a worthy retirement target worth shooting for, even if it seems a tad far-fetched…

Rich Duprey | Dec 10, 2024 at 11:35 AM EST

I’ve had several job changes over the years and have accumulated multiple 401ks – should I merge them all together?

We move around a lot, when it comes to our jobs. No longer do workers expect to be with a…

John Seetoo | Dec 10, 2024 at 11:11 AM EST

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

When retirement funds accumulate and grow, it can be tempting to use those funds for current purchases rather than for…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Budgeting tools have become an essential part of modern financial planning. While many people used to keep budgets with pen…

Maurie Backman | Dec 10, 2024 at 10:02 AM EST

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

Seniors on Social Security often rely heavily on their yearly cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) to make ends meet. And in 2025,…

Aaron Webber | Dec 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM EST

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

Key points You can always stop working a desk job and focus on your family whenever you want. Your years…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 10, 2024 at 9:24 AM EST

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

If your household earns $400,000 annually, you should aim to have saved approximately $1.83 million by age 45 to maintain…

Rich Duprey | Dec 10, 2024 at 8:37 AM EST

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

Planning for retirement is something everyone, regardless of income, needs to take seriously, but for high-income individuals, it really is…

Aaron Webber | Dec 10, 2024 at 8:30 AM EST

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

Key points Suing over a will is often expensive and a lost cause. Most care workers are prohibited from accepting…

Joey Frenette | Dec 10, 2024 at 6:57 AM EST

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

Reverse mortgages can make a lot of sense for many retirees who could use a bit of a cash jolt.…

Rich Duprey | Dec 10, 2024 at 6:46 AM EST

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

Flywheel Publishing has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Flywheel Publishing and CardRatings may receive a…

Maurie Backman | Dec 9, 2024 at 5:07 PM EST

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

from 24/7 Wall St. Delaying Social Security past full retirement age results in boosted benefits. There’s no sense in waiting…

David Beren | Dec 9, 2024 at 2:59 PM EST

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

Credit cards have quickly outgrown cash use in the last five years. Using credit cards gives you extra buying power,…

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 9, 2024 at 2:20 PM EST

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

Trying to decide how to finance a home is always difficult. When you have multiple investment accounts as an option,…

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Personal Finance Articles

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Dave Ramsey gives his brutally honest takedown on reverse mortgages – and he’s spot on

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $1 Million for Retirement?

I’ve had several job changes over the years and have accumulated multiple 401ks – should I merge them all together?

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

Dave Ramsey Is Baffled by a Debt-Free Couple Making $100,000 Who Can’t Save a Dollar: ‘I Just Can’t Fill Up All the $1,000 Holes’

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Dave Ramsey Is Baffled by a Debt-Free Couple Making $100,000 Who Can't Save a Dollar: 'I Just Can't Fill Up All the $1,000 Holes'

Union Electricians Risk Leaving Pension Money on the Table, Here's the Fix

Dave Ramsey Is Baffled by a Debt-Free Couple Making $100,000 Who Can’t Save a Dollar: ‘I Just Can’t Fill Up All the $1,000 Holes’

The Analyst Who Loved Bank Stocks for 15 Years Just Flipped. Here’s What He’s Buying Instead

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

Dave Ramsey gives his brutally honest takedown on reverse mortgages – and he’s spot on

How Many Americans Have Banked a Cool $1 Million for Retirement?

I’ve had several job changes over the years and have accumulated multiple 401ks – should I merge them all together?

I’m over 60 and looking to purchase a $3 million house – should I use money from my investment accounts or 401k?

The Most-Searched Budgeting Tools of 2024

Social Security 2025: 3 Things You Need to Know About 2025’s Social Security COLA

I’m 53 and officially hit $10m in net worth – is it finally time to retire and focus on family and health?

If your household brings in $400k per year, this is how much you should have saved by your mid-40s

I make $400k and am an avid saver for retirement – when do I stop flooding Roth accounts and focus on my tax deferred ones?

My wealthy grandfather left his estate to me and some of his caregivers. My family wants to sue them to get “their share”

I’m a 63 year old widow with $1.1 million in my 401k and I just retired – should I consider a reverse mortgage?

My bank contacted me to tell me about an old credit card that has $70k on it and here’s what I did

I’m 70 and I Still Haven’t Taken Social Security. Should I Continue to Wait?

Credit Cards Are the New Cash – Why You Should Ditch Paper Money Now

I already have almost $2 million saved for retirement – should I still max out my employer-offered 401k?

Dave Ramsey Is Baffled by a Debt-Free Couple Making $100,000 Who Can’t Save a Dollar: ‘I Just Can’t Fill Up All the $1,000 Holes’

The Analyst Who Loved Bank Stocks for 15 Years Just Flipped. Here’s What He’s Buying Instead

Union Electricians Risk Leaving Pension Money on the Table, Here’s the Fix

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