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In Ancient Greek philosophy there were three ways you could try to persuade someone. You could appeal to their emotions, what was known as pathos. You could appeal to authority or expertise, which was...
October 13, 2022 — It has been four decades since the Social Security COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) was this high. The government announced the increase today, which came in as widely expecte...
Josh Gwin's answer: I used to have money with a financial advisor. In 2013 when the market went up 27%, my money went up 0%. I started learning how to manage my own money the next day. Here’s what I...
My mother died Monday night. She was 74. Earlier this week, I began writing a memorial for her. I know I haven't talked much about Mom here at Get Rich Slowly, but she probably played the biggest role...
October 5, 2022 — The Open Enrollment Period for Medicare starts soon, October 15, and runs through December 7. During this time you can join, switch, or drop a plan. Your coverage will begin on...
In 1862, Cornelius "The Commodore" Vanderbilt was on top of the world. He had just sold his steamboat business for $40 million, making him one of the richest men in America, and his favorite son, Geor...
October 4, 2022 — The loss of human life and billions of dollars in property damage from last week’s Hurricane is tragic. The storm also brought concerns for snowbirds – will their r...
Hint: It’s a little different than the usual retirement planning. When you want to retire early, there are a few extra considerations you need to think through....
Have you ever noticed that as a whole, our society has its daily habits almost completely backwards? We’re generally so “busy” that we don’t have time to get much exercise. And then we spend c...
Se Sept 30, 2022 — If you are a fan of Scotland and/or love fiddles, we have a great armchair visit in store for you, complete with short videos of mini-concerts on scene. Mrs. Topretirements, a...
September 28, 2022– As a follow up to our recent article, “There Might Be More Than One Kind of Home for You in Retirement“, this one concentrates on the latter stage of retirement. ...
It was the early 1990s and researchers at The University of Iowa were looking for a simple way to determine whether someone had brain damage in their ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC), an area of...
Sept. 27, 2022 – The leaves are turning and there is a chill in the air in the Northeast and Midwest. So it’s time we once again link to the “Snowbirds Leaving for the Winter Checkli...
I am 53 years old. Never in my life have I allowed myself to buy a car I truly love...until now. This is the story of how I allowed myself to make a huge purchase just for the joy of it. And it wasn't...
Sept. 22, 2022 — Thanks to the pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and other factors, inflation is raging here in the U.S. and everywhere in the world. While early estimates are the 2023 ...
I've changed the way I shop over the past few years. And although the shift has been subtle, I've found that I'm much happier with the things I buy. In the past, my approach to shopping was simple. If...
It often makes financial sense to relocate in retirement, especially if your state has high taxes. But what are the best states to retire in 2022?...
A few weeks ago, this TikTok video about how much a couple spends on a date night in the midwest, went viral on FinTwit (financial Twitter): https://www.tiktok.com/@dollarswithdrew/video/7130826665240...
It's always fun to unearth some esoteric piece of personal-finance history. I know there are only a few nerds out there who care (hello, Grant Sabatier!), but those of us who care really care. Two yea...
For those thinking about retiring early, taking a long sabbatical, or doing something completely new, this article is for you....
Montana is great place to retire for its outdoor activities, relatively low cost of living, and low tax burden. Get our list of 10 top cities....
Five moves that you can make today to become financially independent more quickly. Inertia can be hard to overcome, but these are simple steps to take....
Roth TSP vs Roth IRA: If you’re a U.S. military member or a federal government employee, you're eligible for both. Discover which plan is right for you....
One of the most common questions I have gotten from readers is: Would it be better to invest more money following a market decline? For example, if you were originally investing $500 a month, should y...
Some of the old rules for buying versus renting when you're relocating are either outdated or don't apply to everyone. Here are some new rules....
For retirees who appreciate changing seasons and small-town charm, look no further than Michigan. Discover 10 of the best places to retire in Michigan....
A common question I get asked from individuals who started investing later in life is: How do I make up for lost time? Is there a better option than 'save as much as you can'? If you had asked me this...
Let’s jump right to the real news here: There’s a Netflix documentary that just came out TODAY* called Get Smart With Money Somehow old Mr. Money Mustache and several friends got lured into playin...
Last week, President Biden announced a policy that would forgive $10,000 in student loan debt for those individuals earning less than $125,000 per year with an additional $10,000 in forgiveness for lo...
A few weeks ago I wrote a post about inheritances that led to a discussion about how people spend their money in retirement. In particular, some readers were surprised to find out that only a small mi...
Winning the lottery is a dream come true, but with it comes a big decision: do you take your winnings in one lump sum or spread them out over 30 years? Important factors to consider include your spend...
A long and happy retirement takes more than just money. Here are seven things happy retirees do – besides dutifully saving the money they’ll need to quit the 9-to-5 grind....
In the early 1920s, car manufacturers had a big problem on their hands—engine knock. Engine knock is when fuel combusts inside your car's motor in an uneven manner. This uneven combustion makes an a...
Can you contribute to a 401k and an IRA? The answer is yes! There are three common examples of how it can be done. This type of retirement saving can add up....
Retirement is a goal for most workers, but it can feel like a distant dream for many. These seven tips can help get you on the right path to meet your retirement needs....
One of the most common personal finance questions I get asked is, "Am I saving enough?" Whether we are discussing saving for retirement, a child's education, or something else entirely, many people ar...
With rates crawling up, one way to keep your earnings on track is to spread out your cash....
Here you’ll find tips for what you can do to improve your ability to save and what goals you should be aiming for starting today...
In the fall of 1990, the metal band Warrant was on the verge of releasing their new album "Uncle Tom's Cabin" when Jani Lane, the band's lead singer and primary songwriter, got a call. It was a record...
The results are in and it turns out where you retire matters. Read on to see why and how much. Continue reading...
Estimate how much more or less you would owe in taxes by converting some or all of your account to a Roth with our easy-to-use Roth IRA conversion calculator....
It's been a little over six weeks since the S&P 500 officially entered a bear market and U.S. stocks are still 17% below their all-time highs. Naturally, you might be wondering whether our current...
Both 401k and 403b are employer-sponsored retirement plans but with a few differences. Discover the features of a 401k vs 403b and which is right for you....
In The Lucifer Principle, Howard Bloom tells the story of four tribes that lived in the Nilgiri hills of India prior to the arrival of the Europeans: One tribe, the Badaga, were farmers. Another, the ...
Depending on where you live, your retirement savings may last longer. Discover which states don't tax retirement income....
Have you seen the movie 21? Ever heard of the MIT blackjack team? Does the term "card counting" mean anything to you? If so, then you already know the story of how a clever group of students were able...
These unexpected expenses can derail your retirement. Here's how to get ahead of them....
Exactly 12 weeks ago I released my first book, Just Keep Buying. Though the responses to the book have been overwhelming positive, one critique I have seen a few times is that the book's main philosop...
Should you hire a financial advisor? Are they worth the cost? Is now the right time? If you've ever asked yourself any of these questions, then this article is for you. With all the wealth that has be...
The IRS requires you to take withdrawals from retirement accounts once you reach age 72. Here's how it works....