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When you think of “Wealth,” what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, your first thought is of financial wealth. Money, houses, possessions, “stuff.” If that was yo...
If you want career, financial, and social success, don't beat up your opponents too badly while smiling. This advice might sound odd or even obvious, but not adhering to it can have tremendous negativ...
When it comes to planning for retirement, there are a number of risks to consider, including market crashes, inflation eating ... Read more...
The important thing to remember is a diagnosis of pre-diabetes does not mean you are at high risk to develop diabetes....
How well off are Asians in this country? It depends on how you look at it. The wealth of a typical U.S. household of Asian descent is $536,000 – or nearly two times the wealth of a typical White...
The people who grew up with the Mouseketeers are now becoming re-imagineers. A Q. and A. with Michael Clinton, author of a book about second acts....
With budgets in the tens or hundreds of millions, massively coordinated teams, and multi-year development cycles, crafting top-tier "AAA" games is an ambitious undertaking that merges creative vision,...
#544 - Legal Tender: Tallying Their Resources Planning for retirement isn’t about creating a new job for yourself, it’s about using what you have to create a great life. On this episode of...
I am turning 73, I retired at 64. About 5 years ago I was bored so I got a job as an on call traffic flagger. I am able to come and go as I please. I live in Oregon and choose to work October through ...
EDIT: Removed any reference to Medicare Advantage to avoid confusion. Trying to figure out Medicare options for next year - I've got a spreadsheet that shows what my costs will be at different levels ...
Online advertising is an important way to promote your company not only among the local audience but also across the country or even the world. In this case, it is important to choose the right online...
We asked readers to submit their stories of retirement — to share their experiences, as well as their advice....
Hello, fellow retirees! As the title says, has anyone taken their former co-workers up on the offer? How did it go? Did you meet up at/near your former work place? Was it awkward? If you did, how long...
Hey everyone! I hope you had a great Father’s Day weekend. I had a relaxing Father’s Day at home. Mrs. RB40 got me a retro Snoopy T-shirt from the Charles M. Schulz Museum store. It’...
Do your traditional IRA distributions count as income that could lower your social security benefits? It depends....
Hello! I’m eligible to retire at 60, but I worry it’s still too early. I’ll have a modest pension at that point (won’t cover all my expenses by any stretch) 401k, and health in...
Many employees wonder if their employer will find out when they take a 401k loan. When you borrow money from ... Read more...
Understanding the best way to tap your IRAs and other accounts can help you preserve your savings and lower your tax bill....
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Details about smart phones, online accounts and more need to be part of your estate plan to avoid big problems for your loved ones....
Fidelity Investments recently released a report on 2024 trends, and Q1 shows record high 401(k) savings in 2024. Read on to discover more about the current 401(k) savings rate, why rates have increase...
David Lau of DPL Financial Partners discusses the in’s and out’s of annuities, what to look for in a good annuity and how to utilize them properly in your retirement plan. Annuities are a ...
Well, I’ve gone and done it again… I switched personal finance apps in my quest to find the right one for what I needed. I thought PocketGuard was the one, but it turns out I was wrong. I...
Formulating a one-time, bulletproof financial plan would be incredibly simple if you could supply an advisor with just two pieces of information: exactly how much money you're going to spend every sin...
I've only been retired for about 3 weeks but I left a job I loved because of a new CEO that I couldn't work with or for, and because my partner retired a year ago and has been enjoying it. I guess you...
How important is it to have many different investment companies to hold your Ira, Roth IRA, hsa or brokerage or crypto accounts? We are thinking of leaving vanguard because of the recent changes due t...
The younger cousin to mutual funds, exchange-traded funds offer some convenient advantages, like lower fees and greater tax efficiency....
One of the questions I get asked the most often is, "What should I invest in?" While the right answer depends on a host of factors including your risk tolerance, financial goals, and more, I've slowly...
Impact depends on sources of income, asset holdings, and the amount of fixed-rate debt. In June 2022, U.S. inflation peaked at 8.9 percent – a dramatically high level after nearly three decades ...
Thebrief’skey findings are: Public pension plans are increasingly relying on alternative investments and active management. But how does plan performance compare to a simple 60/40 index over var...
Today’s reader case really caught my eye because not only are they not six-figure STEM people, they love traveling as much as we do. Plus, they are able to do this FIRE thing on a combined $145k...
Are you tired of the same old investments in stocks and real estate? The TV and movie industry is calling ... Read more...
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The Affordable Care Act mandated no out-of-pocket costs for a colonoscopy. So if this test is supposed to be “free,” why do people still get a bills?...
So hiring a mover can be expensive and we are planning on moving across country to be near my son. Without going through the whole house and adding up what it would be to replace everything do you thi...
If someone makes an offer on your property out of the blue, be careful. Sometimes these people are counting on you not knowing your property's value and will offer only a fraction of its worth....
Cinderella and her Prince Charming have a nest egg of $2.3 million and are hoping for retirement income of up to $150K/year. When can they afford to retire? How should they coordinate paying for some ...
Hey y’all. I started drawing retirement in October ‘23. Notice I didn’t say I retired in 2023. I was a landscaper. The only work I have continued is taking care of four properties. T...
I’m vacationing right now and would love to have dinners at a couple of highly rated restaurants but I opted not. When I was working, I wouldn’t have thought twice about doing it. I know I...
Dr. Riley Moynes, author and creator of a popular TED Talk joins James to discuss his own retirement which led him to become the author of The 4 Phases of Retirement. While Dr. Moynes was financially ...
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Medicare Advantage plans are likely to have big changes in 2025, raising premiums and out-of-pocket costs while reducing benefits....
During my days of purchasing homes with mortgages, I had a fondness for adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs). The appeal lay in securing a lower interest rate compared to a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Fu...
Attorney fees and other fees can add up fast, depending on the route you choose. The less contentious the process, the less expensive it could be....
Having a clear understanding of Estate Planning is an important step in your Retirement Plan. Estate planning is a crucial aspect of financial management that helps your assets get distributed accordi...
Understanding the fundamentals of Estate Planning is important. Estate planning is a vital aspect of financial planning that ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes and minimizes ...
Planning for your grandchildren’s future is important. As grandparents, few things bring more joy than seeing our grandchildren thrive and succeed. One way to invest in their future and provide ...
A woman plans for the future by comparing the benefits of a will and trust. Wills and trusts are two essential tools in estate planning that serve similar purposes but offer distinct advantages and co...
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Where/How to Access Funds for Pre-Retirement Project? We need about 40,000 for a home improvement before we retire. Our house is almost paid off and my partner would like to age in place. To get this ...