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Balancing Retirement and College Savings
Here's how you should think about making sure you fund your retirement while also potentially saving for your kids' college education. The post Bala…
529 Day Offers Bonuses To Start Saving For College
Key PointsMay 29 is recognized nationally as “529 Day,” with states and financial institutions offering bonuses, giveaways, and events to…
SAVE Student Loan Plan Timeline Estimates: What To Expect
Student loan borrowers stuck in SAVE face three main paths, with payments likely resuming as early as late 2025, but more likely in mid 2026. The pos…
How Much Should I Save Every Month (according to your goals)
When it comes to savings, there are no set rules—it depends on your personal goals and financial situation. But the important thing is to just get st…
How An ARM Can Save And Make You More Money On A Home
About once a month, I get an email or comment from a reader criticizing adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) as a poor financial choice. Since I’ve been …
Tired of Renting? How to Save for Your First Property in ONE Year (or Less)
Many rookies assume they’re years away from buying rentals, but what if your first (or next) property is much closer (and easier) than you think? Tod…
SAVE Borrowers Get Wrong Forbearance Notices
SAVE plan borrowers are getting false alerts that their loan payments are restarting. Here’s what’s really going on. The post SAVE Borrowers Get Wron…
Money Gear 1: Saving a Basic Emergency Fund
Emergency preparedness. It’s something we’re taught from a young age. Between fire drills in school or pointing out emergency exits on flights, we le…
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
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
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…
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
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
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!)
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 …
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
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
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
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
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…