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Costco For College Students: How To Maximize Savings
A look at why Costco for college students is a great investment in savings. The post Costco For College Students: How To Maximize Savings appeared fi…
Friday Flight: Pricey Porch Pumpkins, Twitter for Trading, & Saving for a Spouse – Episode 1038
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
This New Bill Could Double Your Tax Savings in 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed, and it could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket. In this episode, we’re breaking down how this power…
How To Start Your Clothing Brand Side Hustle on Etsy With Zero Upfront Costs
Have you ever thought of starting your own clothing brand but felt held back by the cost? Maybe you thought you needed thousands of dollars to invest…
How The Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust Saves Families From the Estate Tax Hammer
Lately, I’ve been thinking more about estate planning. Part of it is just getting older. Part of it is having young children I want to protect no mat…
SAVE Borrowers’ Forbearance Extended Into 2026
The Department of Education extends SAVE forbearance again, delaying repayment timelines into 2026. The post SAVE Borrowers’ Forbearance Extended Int…
The “Hidden” Costs of Study Abroad: What To Know
Learn the unseen costs of study abroad and how to budget for visas, insurance, flights, and fees without last-minute borrowing. The post The “Hidden”…
Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In September 2025
We break down the best high yield savings accounts for 2025 so that you can earn the highest interest on your money easily. The post Best High-Yield …
Planning For Your Healthcare Costs, To and Through Retirement
How do healthcare costs change - and how do we plan for that? - during the different stages and phases of your retirement?
House GOP Plans 15% Cut To Education Budget In 2026
Student aid programs face major cuts as House Republicans propose a 15% Education Department budget reduction for Fiscal Year 2026. The post House GO…
The Smart Way Parents Can Save for College and Retirement Together
Learn how to use a 529 plan to save for your child’s college without putting retirement at risk. Balance both goals with a smart savings strategy. Th…
Ask HTM: Is a 25% Savings Rate Overkill, Avoiding State Minimum Insurance Requirements, & Eliminati…
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…
Why Mandatory Retirement Plans Can Help You Save a Ton More Money
Learn how mandatory 403(b) contributions can significantly increase your retirement savings potential while maximizing tax-deferred space in 2025. Th…
Friday Flight: Pre-K For Pay, Helicopter Savers, & Politics Shmoliticks – Episode 1029
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
TAB Bank Review: High Savings APY
Looking for an online bank offering a high yield on savings as well as cash back rewards when you make purchases? Learn more in this TAB Bank review.…
What Are Closing Costs? The Complete Guide to Housing Costs
Closing costs are the fees you pay to finalize your mortgage, typically ranging from 3% to 6% of your loan amount, in addition to your down payment. …
Mortgage Rates Are Only Half the Battle—The Expenses You Don’t Pay Attention to Are the Real Problem
The strong possibility of a September Federal Reserve interest rate cut, which would likely lead to lower mortgage rates for homebuyers and investors…
Does the SAVE Forbearance Count For PSLF?
SAVE forbearance doesn’t directly count toward PSLF, but the buyback option may help some borrowers qualify. The post Does the SAVE Forbearance Count…
Which Debt To Pay Off First? [Order Of Operations]
This step-by-step guide helps you prioritize which debts to pay first, how to keep going, and ways to better pay off loans and credit cards. The post…
When Investing Is More Alluring Than Spending, Fight Back Hard!
In my post, “How You’ll Feel Achieving Various Millionaire Milestones,” a commenter named Joseph shared these thoughts: “I’m fascinated by …