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Emergency Funds: How Much Do You Really Need?

Emergency Funds: How Much Do You Really Need?

When it comes to emergency funds, there is so much conflicting advice. So how much do you really need for your rainy-day fund? The post Emergency Fun…

iLending Review: How To Refinance Your Car Loan and Save

iLending Review: How To Refinance Your Car Loan and Save

Wondering if iLending is the right company to help you lower your car payment? This iLending Review will explain how it works, how much you could sav…

The 10 Best Short-Term Rental Markets Under $500K That Cash Flow

The 10 Best Short-Term Rental Markets Under $500K That Cash Flow

Short-term rental investing isn’t about grabbing the cheapest fixer-upper and hoping guests magically appear. It’s about choosing the right markets w…

Ask HTM: Unnecessary Credit Cards, Creatively Funding Grad School, & Dropping Car Insurance To Save – Episode 982

Ask HTM: Unnecessary Credit Cards, Creatively Funding Grad School, & Dropping Car Insurance To Save…

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…

Top Online Banks Quietly Cut Savings Rates

Top Online Banks Quietly Cut Savings Rates

Major banks are quietly cutting high-yield savings rates again. Compare the latest top rates and find out who still pays more. The post Top Online Ba…

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In May 2025

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In May 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 …

How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)

How to Create Huge Tax Savings Funding Your Kid’s College (& FIRE on Time!)

Paying for college is one of the biggest financial hurdles families face—even as you’re chasing or approaching FIRE. What’s the smartest way to save …

Ask HTM: Pro Help to Break the Paycheck to Paycheck Cycle, Down Payment Money Market Accounts, and Viable Student Loan Forgiveness Plans- Episode 979

Ask HTM: Pro Help to Break the Paycheck to Paycheck Cycle, Down Payment Money Market Accounts, and …

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…

Healthcare Hacks That Could Save You Thousands on the Journey to FIRE

Healthcare Hacks That Could Save You Thousands on the Journey to FIRE

Wealth and health are closely intertwined, especially here in the US, where the high cost of healthcare can put significant financial pressure on fam…

The Hidden Costs of Self-Managing Rentals—and How the Right Tools Can Save You Time and Money

The Hidden Costs of Self-Managing Rentals—and How the Right Tools Can Save You Time and Money

Managing rental properties on your own might seem like a smart way to maximize profits. No property manager means no extra fees, and who knows your p…

Best Retirement Calculators For Projecting Savings

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…

IDR Processing Expected Soon Amid SAVE Uncertainty

IDR Processing Expected Soon Amid SAVE Uncertainty

Student loan updates: IDR form returns, SAVE halted, and PSLF under threat. But IDR processing is expected to resume soon. The post IDR Processing Ex…

IDR Application Returns Without SAVE Option

IDR Application Returns Without SAVE Option

The SAVE plan is no longer listed as an option on the Income Driven Repayment Plan Request application. The post IDR Application Returns Without SAVE…

Senate Democrats Introduce Bill To Protect SAVE Plan

Senate Democrats Introduce Bill To Protect SAVE Plan

The SOAR Act would protect and expand the SAVE Plan, but GOP control of Congress makes passage unlikely. The post Senate Democrats Introduce Bill To …

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In April 2025

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In April 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 …

What Is CalSavers And What’s The Penalty For Businesses?

What Is CalSavers And What’s The Penalty For Businesses?

California requires most businesses to register for CalSavers or file for exemption. Here’s what to know before the deadline. The post What Is CalSav…

Ask HTM: Budgeting for Housing Splurges, ChatGPT for Your Savings, & Churning Free Gym Trials – Episode 964

Ask HTM: Budgeting for Housing Splurges, ChatGPT for Your Savings, & Churning Free Gym Trials – Epi…

Let’s dive into 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 ques…

How To Use A Roth IRA To Save For College

How To Use A Roth IRA To Save For College

Did you know that you can use a Roth IRA to save for college, but there are pros and cons that you need to be aware of. The post How To Use A Roth IR…

Best Health Savings Account (HSA) Providers In 2025

Best Health Savings Account (HSA) Providers In 2025

We compare the best health savings accounts (HSA) providers that offer free HSAs, investing options, and more. The post Best Health Savings Account (…

11 Lazy Money Hacks to Mindlessly Save More

11 Lazy Money Hacks to Mindlessly Save More

I don’t know about you, but something about late-Winter and early-Spring just makes me want to stay in bed and hibernate. Motivation from the new yea…