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How Much Does It Cost To Rush? (Based On Real Bama Numbers)
New Greek members at the University of Alabama, the largest U.S. Greek campus, can expect the cost to rush about $8,300 for their first year, not inc…
The Acceleration Of AI Growth With Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise
On the latest episode of the Financial Samurai podcast, I sat down with Ben Miller, cofounder and CEO of Fundrise, for a deep dive into art…
9 Things One of the Most Powerful CEOs in AI Wants You to Know
"It’ll probably take 5 years before everyone else in the world learns this..." 9 lessons from one of the most powerful CEOs in AI The post 9 Things O…
ValoreBooks Review: Rent Or Buy Texbooks Online
Looking for a way to save money on college? ValoreBooks is an online marketplace where you can buy, rent, or sell textbooks, often at low prices. Lea…
Trump Wants 1% Rates: What Will Happen If He Gets Them
Could President Trump’s battle with Jerome Powell and the Federal Reserve over interest rates actually lead to higher mortgage rates instead of…
The Futility Of Chasing A Hot IPO And What To Do Instead
When I worked in Equities at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse, we would occasionally bring a hot IPO deal to market. During the company roadshow, we’d…
How I Get Lower Offer Prices Accepted in 2025
Sellers are already accepting lower offer prices. The data is clear—the buyer’s market is back. So, how do you ensure you’re getting the best price f…
Early Action vs. Early Decision: What You Need To Know
Early action vs. early decision, and regular decision: these are the three main options for college admissions. Here's what you need to know. The po…
The Best and Worst Metro Areas for Physician Salaries
If you’re a physician looking for a change of scenery to increase your salary, here are the best and worst metro areas for salaries. The post The Bes…
Major Forecasters Revise Price Predictions, “More Softening to Come”
Why are home prices finally falling? And how deep will the correction go? The number of large housing markets experiencing falling home prices has tr…
Panic! At the Airport Lounge
Something devastating is happening to airport lounges, and those paid to catalog subtle economic and cultural shifts are taking note.The food? “Sad.”…
When Does A $100,000 Degree Make Sense?
Not all degrees justify the price tag. We break down the ROI of a $100,000 college investment. The post When Does A $100,000 Degree Make Sense? appea…
Best Medical Residency And Relocation Loans
Medical residency and relocation loans can help cover the non-college-related costs of becoming a doctor. Here's where to find them. The post Best Me…
Lessons Learned from Driving a Supercar
As part of our 25th anniversary celebration, I rented a supercar for us to tool around in for a couple of days. We learned a few lessons. The post Le…
What Is The PSLF Buyback Program?
The PSLF Buyback Program lets you make retroactive payments for certain months that do not otherwise count toward the 120-payment requirement for for…
What to Do About the Vanguard Automated Cost Basis Email
Have you received an email from Vanguard asking you to choose the cost basis method in your account? Here's what it means and what to do. The post Wh…
The Shocking Power Of Getting A Different Perspective
Since starting Financial Samurai in 2009, I've encouraged folks to keep an open mind and embrace as many different perspectives as possible. So often…
A Perfectly Executed Probate Still Took 8 Months
Even in the best of times, a probate case in California is still going to take a minimum of eight months. Is there a way to get around that? The post…
New Stimulus Checks? What To Know About The $600 Tariff Rebate Checks
A new bill could send $600 checks to Americans using tariff revenue. Find out if you qualify. The post New Stimulus Checks? What To Know About The $6…
The $5,000 Dream, Mo-Mo’s, and Hustlin’
Amelia Taylor-Hall shares her story of selling Mo-Mos at the craft fair to raise money for her Europe trip. The post The $5,000 Dream, Mo-Mo’s, and H…