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GOP Budget Plan Cuts Pell Grants And 30-Year Student Loans

GOP Budget Plan Cuts Pell Grants And 30-Year Student Loans

A new House budget bill limits student borrowing, phases out aid programs, and extends repayment to 30 years. The post GOP Budget Plan Cuts Pell Gran…

Episode 211. Ramit and Cassandra open up: “Our real money fights (and what we learned)”

Episode 211. Ramit and Cassandra open up: “Our real money fights (and what we learned)”

 In this rare and intimate episode, Ramit takes the hot seat alongside his wife, Cassandra, as they’re interviewed by their close friend Julie Nguye…

Student Loans For Trade School And Career Training

Student Loans For Trade School And Career Training

Most trade and vocational schools aren't eligible for federal student loans. Here are some ways to secure student loans for trade school and career t…

Why I Designed My Life Working Part-Time 931 Miles from Home

Why I Designed My Life Working Part-Time 931 Miles from Home

I live in Cleveland. I work in South Dakota. I travel all the time. Here's how and why I've planned my work life to be so far from home. The post Wh…

The 32 Best Remote Side Hustles to Make Money From Home

The 32 Best Remote Side Hustles to Make Money From Home

It's kind of crazy to think about, but I've been working from home full-time for over 10 years! Here are some of my favorite ways I've made money fr…

Interest Accrual Mistakes In SAVE Plan: A Growing Concern

Interest Accrual Mistakes In SAVE Plan: A Growing Concern

Borrowers in the SAVE plan report unexpected interest charges due to servicer errors. Learn how to verify your enrollment and correct mistakes. The p…

Redfin Joins the Parade of Housing Bears—How Does Their Prediction Stack Up?

Redfin Joins the Parade of Housing Bears—How Does Their Prediction Stack Up?

Don’t expect your home equity to increase this year. That’s the forecast from brokerage and listings site Redfin, which, along with Zillo…

President Trump All But Confirms That He’ll End Freddie and Fannie’s Conservatorship

President Trump All But Confirms That He’ll End Freddie and Fannie’s Conservatorship

Privatizing government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) mortgage backers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac appear to be edging closer to reality. This move could …

The Time To Participate In A No-Spend Challenge Is Now

The Time To Participate In A No-Spend Challenge Is Now

Have you heard of the no-spend chalenge? It’s a popular concept among budget-minded and minimalist bloggers who encourage us to save more and declutt…

The Time To Participate In A No Spend Challenge Is Now

The Time To Participate In A No Spend Challenge Is Now

Have you heard of the no-spend chalenge? It’s a popular concept among budget-minded and minimalist bloggers who encourage us to save more and declutt…

Sellers Flood the Market, Outnumbering Buyers by 500K (Rare Opportunity?)

Sellers Flood the Market, Outnumbering Buyers by 500K (Rare Opportunity?)

Is the housing market finally tipping in favor of buyers? This week on On the Market, Dave Meyer is joined by Kathy Fettke, Henry Washington, and Jam…

Jobless to 25 Units in 5 Years (My Exact Strategy)

Jobless to 25 Units in 5 Years (My Exact Strategy)

You DON’T need a huge network, online presence, or social media following to invest in real estate. This small-town investor got started the old-fash…

You DON’T Need 20+ Rentals to Quit (I Did It With 6)

You DON’T Need 20+ Rentals to Quit (I Did It With 6)

It doesn’t take long to replace your income through rental property investing. Just ask Miller McSwain, who quit his job two and a half years after b…

7 Ways To Make More Money When You’re Tired at the End of the Day

7 Ways To Make More Money When You’re Tired at the End of the Day

Wondering how to make more money when you’re tired at the end of the day? I get it. I’ve been in your shoes. I have spent countless hours…

Rating 10 Popular Passive Income Ideas with Pat Flynn

Rating 10 Popular Passive Income Ideas with Pat Flynn

Let's look at 10 popular passive income ideas to see which ones might actually make sense for you. To help me do it is Mr. Smart Passive Income hims…

Ask HTM: Early Retirement Target Date Funds, Frugal Personal Hygiene, & Coercive House Painting – Episode 991

Ask HTM: Early Retirement Target Date Funds, Frugal Personal Hygiene, & Coercive House Painting – E…

Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a quest…

Do You Report A 401k Or IRA On The FAFSA?

Do You Report A 401k Or IRA On The FAFSA?

You do not have to report a 401k or IRA on the FAFSA, but income from these accounts can impact your financial aid. The post Do You Report A 401k Or …

Beyond PSLF: The Top Student Loan Repayment Alternatives for Doctors

Beyond PSLF: The Top Student Loan Repayment Alternatives for Doctors

The future of PSLF is currently unclear, so if you're thinking about trying to get your student loans forgiven, here are some alternatives. The post …

May 2025 FIRE Update

May 2025 FIRE Update

Hey Everyone! Did you have a good month? May was another hectic month at the RB40 household. I felt like I was a full-time chauffeur for the family. …

FTC Cracks Down On Fake Student Loan Companies

FTC Cracks Down On Fake Student Loan Companies

FTC bans student loan scammers who falsely promised forgiveness and took illegal fees. Learn how to protect yourself from future fraud. The post FTC …