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Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 12, 2024 at 10:21 AM EST

I’ve been contributing to my 401(k) since my 20s — but why don’t I feel financially secure yet?

At 35, No_Independence5418 is wrestling with a dilemma many mid-career professionals face: Am I saving enough for retirement, or should…

Ian Cooper | Dec 12, 2024 at 9:22 AM EST

Ramit Sethi: Four Key Numbers to Track if You Want to be a Millionaire

Many of us would love to be a millionaire. The good news is that it’s achievable, especially if you can…

Rich Duprey | Dec 12, 2024 at 9:05 AM EST

With $1 million invested and $500k in cash — is now the time to dive into real estate?

Over the past century, the stock market has been on an incredible growth trajectory. Even over the past few decades,…

Christy Bieber | Dec 12, 2024 at 8:02 AM EST

Are Baby Boomers Being Too Stingy With Their $105 Trillion Nest Egg

from 24/7 Wall St: Baby Boomers are holding onto $105 trillion in wealth that is expected to transfer to heirs…

John Seetoo | Dec 11, 2024 at 4:53 PM EST

I’m 36 and have amassed $6 million through “boring” investments – why do the rich old guys I know seem to do things so differently?

The paths towards building a large retirement nest egg are varied. The methods used to accumulate those nest eggs often…

Chris MacDonald | Dec 11, 2024 at 3:46 PM EST

Suze Orman Is Right About This Key Personal Finance Concept

Suze Orman is a household name in the world of personal finance, and plenty of investors and individuals looking to…

Rich Duprey | Dec 11, 2024 at 3:09 PM EST

I was shocked to learn the average customer takes six years to pay off a single purchase — is this true?

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

Kristin Hitchcock | Dec 11, 2024 at 1:49 PM EST

I’m 41 with no kids and no debt – how should I factor in my $500k in a 401(k) into my early retirement plans?

In the realm of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), achieving a comfortable lifestyle with minimal financial worries involves more than…

Chris MacDonald | Dec 11, 2024 at 1:45 PM EST

I’m 35 and I feel like I’ll never own a home. Here’s why that’s likely not the case.

The homeownership track is one that many would consider to be integral to the whole “American Dream” ideal. Building equity…

Joey Frenette | Dec 11, 2024 at 1:45 PM EST

Would you trade a flexible job that pays $100k a year for a job that pays $300k with 60-hour work weeks and lots of travel?

It’s a dream for many climbing the corporate ladder to finally land that promotion. Indeed, such big promotions entail handsome…

David Beren | Dec 11, 2024 at 1:17 PM EST

Are Store-Branded Credit Cards a Good Deal or a Trap?

Store-branded credit cards can offer big benefits like coupons and discounts. These credit card types can also be huge interest…

Maurie Backman | Dec 11, 2024 at 1:04 PM EST

I Keep Hearing About Social Security Cuts. Are They Real, or Just a Myth?

from 24/7 Wall St. Social Security is facing financial challenges that could result in benefit cuts. A reduction in the…

Ian Cooper | Dec 11, 2024 at 12:55 PM EST

The Average Millennial Has This Much Saved For Retirement Already – Are You Ahead or Behind?

The average Millennial believes they’ll need about $1.65 million to retire comfortably. So far, on average, they’ve saved about $62,600,…

David Beren | Dec 11, 2024 at 12:34 PM EST

The Most-Searched Side Hustles of 2024

Side hustles can be an important way to earn extra income. The list of most-searched side hustles is unsurprising. Many…

Rich Duprey | Dec 11, 2024 at 12:30 PM EST

I received an inheritance at a young age and am curious if a Roth or a traditional 401k would be better for me

Inheriting a windfall can be a life-changing event, especially if you currently don’t make much money. Yet what you also…

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Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’ve been contributing to my 401(k) since my 20s — but why don’t I feel financially secure yet?

Ramit Sethi: Four Key Numbers to Track if You Want to be a Millionaire

With $1 million invested and $500k in cash — is now the time to dive into real estate?

Are Baby Boomers Being Too Stingy With Their $105 Trillion Nest Egg

I’m 36 and have amassed $6 million through “boring” investments – why do the rich old guys I know seem to do things so differently?

Suze Orman Is Right About This Key Personal Finance Concept

I was shocked to learn the average customer takes six years to pay off a single purchase — is this true?

I’m 41 with no kids and no debt – how should I factor in my $500k in a 401(k) into my early retirement plans?

I’m 35 and I feel like I’ll never own a home. Here’s why that’s likely not the case.

Would you trade a flexible job that pays $100k a year for a job that pays $300k with 60-hour work weeks and lots of travel?

Are Store-Branded Credit Cards a Good Deal or a Trap?

I Keep Hearing About Social Security Cuts. Are They Real, or Just a Myth?

The Average Millennial Has This Much Saved For Retirement Already – Are You Ahead or Behind?

The Most-Searched Side Hustles of 2024

I received an inheritance at a young age and am curious if a Roth or a traditional 401k would be better for me

The Monthly Income Trap: How JEPQ Investors Gave Up $18,000 Per $10,000 Invested Since Inception

‘The Borrower Is Slave to the Lender’: Dave Ramsey Warns a 22-Year-Old Against Letting a Rich Friend Pay Off His $70,000 Debt

$1 Million in Retirement Savings Spends Like $40,000 a Year. Here’s Why That’s Not Enough.

'The Borrower Is Slave to the Lender': Dave Ramsey Warns a 22-Year-Old Against Letting a Rich Friend Pay Off His $70,000 Debt

$1 Million in Retirement Savings Spends Like $40,000 a Year. Here's Why That's Not Enough.

The Monthly Income Trap: How JEPQ Investors Gave Up $18,000 Per $10,000 Invested Since Inception

‘The Borrower Is Slave to the Lender’: Dave Ramsey Warns a 22-Year-Old Against Letting a Rich Friend Pay Off His $70,000 Debt

Personal Finance Articles

All Personal Finance Articles

I’ve been contributing to my 401(k) since my 20s — but why don’t I feel financially secure yet?

Ramit Sethi: Four Key Numbers to Track if You Want to be a Millionaire

With $1 million invested and $500k in cash — is now the time to dive into real estate?

Are Baby Boomers Being Too Stingy With Their $105 Trillion Nest Egg

I’m 36 and have amassed $6 million through “boring” investments – why do the rich old guys I know seem to do things so differently?

Suze Orman Is Right About This Key Personal Finance Concept

I was shocked to learn the average customer takes six years to pay off a single purchase — is this true?

I’m 41 with no kids and no debt – how should I factor in my $500k in a 401(k) into my early retirement plans?

I’m 35 and I feel like I’ll never own a home. Here’s why that’s likely not the case.

Would you trade a flexible job that pays $100k a year for a job that pays $300k with 60-hour work weeks and lots of travel?

Are Store-Branded Credit Cards a Good Deal or a Trap?

I Keep Hearing About Social Security Cuts. Are They Real, or Just a Myth?

The Average Millennial Has This Much Saved For Retirement Already – Are You Ahead or Behind?

The Most-Searched Side Hustles of 2024

I received an inheritance at a young age and am curious if a Roth or a traditional 401k would be better for me

The Monthly Income Trap: How JEPQ Investors Gave Up $18,000 Per $10,000 Invested Since Inception

‘The Borrower Is Slave to the Lender’: Dave Ramsey Warns a 22-Year-Old Against Letting a Rich Friend Pay Off His $70,000 Debt

$1 Million in Retirement Savings Spends Like $40,000 a Year. Here’s Why That’s Not Enough.

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'The Borrower Is Slave to the Lender': Dave Ramsey Warns a 22-Year-Old Against Letting a Rich Friend Pay Off His $70,000 Debt

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