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2 ways to get a ‘do-over’ on Social Security
Here’s how you can refile for Social Security to get a higher monthly benefit check.
3 min read Feb 19, 2024 -
Backdoor Roth IRA: What it is and how to set one up
If you want to open a Roth IRA and make too much money to do so, don’t fret.
7 min read Feb 16, 2024 -
Pros and cons of government 457(b) retirement plans
Many civil servants save for retirement with their own type of 401(k).
5 min read Feb 14, 2024 -
What is transfer on death (TOD) for estate planning?
Probate is time-consuming and costly, but a TOD account helps your heirs avoid the process.
5 min read Feb 14, 2024 -
What is a required minimum distribution (RMD)?
An RMD is specific amount of money that must be withdrawn from some retirement plans at a certain age.
4 min read Feb 14, 2024 -
Social Security earnings test: How your benefits could be impacted
Retirees will want to figure out whether the earnings limit will affect their benefit check and by how much.
3 min read Feb 09, 2024 -
How to invest money today
Ready to invest your money but aren’t sure how to get started? Here’s what you need to know.
6 min read Feb 08, 2024 -
5 different types of FIRE
There are a lot of different flavors of the FIRE movement.
3 min read Feb 02, 2024 -
The rule of 25 for retirement: What it means and how to calculate it
The 25x rule is a guideline used to estimate how much you need to save for retirement.
3 min read Jan 26, 2024 -
What is the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement?
FIRE participants try to gain financial independence by amassing wealth and cutting expenses. Here’s how FIRE works.
7 min read Jan 25, 2024