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16 Best Side Hustles for Retirees
Wondering what is the best side hustle for retirees? Retirement is a time to relax, yes, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop earning money. …
The Single Biggest Risk That Could Stop Your Early Retirement (& How to Dodge It)
You’re part of the FIRE movement (financial independence, retire early) so you can quit your job, have complete time freedom, and truly enjoy your li…
What if You Always Maxed Out Your 401k?
What’s the surest way to become a millionaire? I can tell you right now – max out your 401k contribution every year. It will take a while, but I guar…
9 Pieces of Advice for a Retired Doctor
Let's take a look at the case of a 74-year-old retired physician who wants to give money away but is worried about running out of assets. The post 9 …
We Paid Off $500K in Debt: Now We’re on Track to Retire (Early) in Our 50s
Fear that early retirement is out of the question because you have too much debt? It’s not game over. Whether you’re debt-free or still chipping away…
Friday Flight: Debt Defaults, VIP Investments, & Regretful Retirees – Episode 975
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…
Boldin Review: Is This the Best Retirement Planning Tool?
Wondering if Boldin is the right tool to help you plan for retirement? This Boldin Review will break down everything you need to know. Financial plan…
You Win or You Die…or You Just Have a Normal Retirement
On perfectionism, theory of mind, and finding a "good enough" path to get through retirement with flexibility.
The Early Retiree’s Guide to Funding Retirement Accounts
When it comes to saving for retirement, knowing which account to fund first is like knowing which steps to take when climbing a mountain. You want to…
The Financial Order of Operations for FIRE (Step-by-Step Early Retirement Plan)
Most people chasing FIRE (financial independence, retire early) are doing it all out of order, and it’s costing them years of financial freedom. So, …
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discounts on Fr…
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
FAANG FIRE w/ Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discou…
I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Kubera, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discoun…
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Kubera, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, and More
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
Early Retirement “Traps” That Delayed My FIRE by a Decade
Early retirement in your 50s is a dream for most Americans, but today’s guest is sharing how she could have retired in her 40s, a decade earlier, if …
Best Retirement Calculators For Projecting Savings
Retirement calculators can help answer your biggest questions, including how much money you need to retire. These are the best retirement calculators…
Mega Backdoor Roth IRA Conversion in Your 401(k) or 403(b)
Here's everything you need to know about Mega Backdoor Roth conversions and whether they're the right move for you in the long run. The post Mega Bac…
Are Dividends and Income Part of My Retirement Withdrawal Rate?
If dividends and investment income are supporting your lifestyle, does that matter for "safe withdrawal rate" retirement math?
7 Ways to Retire on Tax-Free Real Estate Investments
The average American loses over half a million dollars ($524,625, to be exact) to taxes over their lifetime. And let’s be honest: The average BiggerP…
Roth IRAs and 401(k)s
Answering reader questions about the difference between Roth and traditional IRAs, the process of opening Roth IRAs for your kids, and what to do if …