How am I doing financially? Part 1: Net worth, income & savings
Use three benchmarks - net worth, retirement savings, and income - to gauge your financial progress with context, set goals, and choose your next money move.
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Money questions, made practical.
Thoughtful, practical guidance on building confidence with money -- with small actions you can apply right away.
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One tiny ritual that seriously boosts your money confidence
A five-minute weekly money check-in can reduce avoidance, build awareness, and make financial confidence feel much more reachable.
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From Girl Math to Women's Wealth: How to Make Your Spendy Habits Work for You
Girl math is relatable, but this post shows how to redirect the same spending logic into savings, investing, and goal-based habits that build real wealth.
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Roth vs Regular IRA - Which is best?
Most people get confused about the different ways to save for retirement. What's the difference between a 401k and an IRA?
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Many young adults are surprised they need these two legal documents
Turning 18 is a milestone. Freedom, independence, off to college, moving away from home.
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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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