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How To Cut Your Credit Card Debt In 5 Simple Steps
I’m not usually focused on numbers without wondering about people behind the numbers. One ongoing concern is household debt, which…
We’re in Our 70s With $200k in Savings and Social Security. How Do We Make It Last?
Retirees with relatively small nest eggs are generally more reliant on Social Security than those with more money saved up.Retirees…
How to Donate to Charity With Money From Your IRA
The IRS allows, and even encourages, charitable donations from tax-advantaged retirement accounts such as an IRA. Not only can this…
How to get a personal loan with bad credit & special considerations
Key takeaways You may be eligible to get a bad credit personal loan with a score below 580. Personal loan…
What is a balance transfer — and is it a good idea for debt?
Key takeaways A credit card balance transfer is a popular option for tackling high-interest debt. A balance transfer credit card…
Debit-card spending limits: How to increase yours
Regardless of how much cash is in your checking account, a daily debit-card limit can cause a transaction to be…
A Credit Card Backed By Your Home
Aven has hit a $1 billion valuation and is backed by big-name investors. But is it a good idea? By…
U.S. Olympic Athletes Are Going For The Gold In Paris—And It Could Be Tax-Free
The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics is set, and the parade marking the event will be far…
Senate Finance Committee Releases Report On PPLI Tax Shelters
Often feeling like the lone voice in the wilderness, I have written about abuses involving so-called Private Placement Life Insurance…
We’re in Our Early 60s with $1.4 Million in Investments. Can We Afford to Withdraw $90k Per Year in Retirement?
There are going to be many factors that help you determine if you’re ready to retire to $90k per year…
