I'm young, single, and just getting started. Do I really need a will?
It's a fair question: as a young, single person with no kids and a small net worth, do I need a will? The short answer is, yes.
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How do I start investing?
Here's some great news: Women are investing more than ever. As of 2024, according to Fidelity, 77% of Gen Z women and 74% of Millennials are investing.
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Are you losing money on your savings?
Which is better earning $57 in interest or $430? It's not a trick question.
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Do I need more than one checking account?
When you think about spending money, chances are you think in terms of mental buckets. There's one bucket for household expenses, another for entertainment, another for...
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Grandpa died and left me an IRA. Now what?
If you inherit a traditional IRA, you usually must empty it within 10 years. This guide explains RMD rules, tax tradeoffs, and practical withdrawal strategies.
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Overlooked budget strategy: Ask for a raise
We spend a lot of time talking about how to cut expenses to free up a tight money situation. But don't forget the flip side of the budget coin: increasing your income.
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The safety of money rules
We're all human: emotional, illogical, and sometimes self-sabotaging. Especially when it comes to money.
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Trying to spend less? Do one simple thing first.
If your goal is to spend less, the most important first step may be writing down your goals and the emotional reasons behind them.
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Which debt should I pay down first?
So, you've come into a little extra cash. Maybe you got a bonus at work, or your pet walking business got busy over the summer.
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