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June 25, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

Is Your Teen Working This Summer? Consider Opening This Account

It's never too soon to start saving for the future. Learn how one type of investment account can start your teen out on the right foot.
June 24, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

401(k) Savings Rates Just Hit a Record High. How Do You Compare?

Many Americans are boosting their retirement savings. Read on to find out how to increase your contributions.
June 23, 2024 | By Ben Gran

The Number of 401(k) Millionaires Just Hit an All-Time High. Here's How to Join Them

Want to be a millionaire? See what it takes for Fidelity 401(k) millionaires to rack up $1 million of retirement savings.
June 22, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Experts Say You Should Have 6X Your Salary Saved for Retirement by Age 50. Here’s How to Get There

You need a nice savings cushion by age 50. Read on to see how you can get there -- even if you don't have a ton of money to set aside every month.
June 21, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Here's the Average Upper-Class American's Retirement Savings. How Do You Compare?

Upper-class Americans have been able to put away quite a bit for retirement. Check out this group's average retirement savings to see how yours compares.
June 20, 2024 | By Margo Winton Parodi

What I Wish I Knew About Compound Interest in My 20s

Saving money is important, but growing your savings is even better. See how compound interest can help you reach your financial goals even faster.
June 20, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Here's the Average Middle-Class American's Retirement Savings. How Do You Compare?

Saving for retirement can be difficult for middle-class Americans. See the latest data on the average retirement savings for this group.
June 20, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway

This Account Automatically Moves Your Savings to Get You the Best Rates

I get the best rates for no hassle with Titan Smart Cash. Find out the downsides and if it's right for you.
June 19, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Experts Say You Should Have 3X Your Salary Saved for Retirement by 40. Here's How to Get There

Saving for retirement gets easier when you give yourself more time to do it. Read on to learn more.
June 19, 2024 | By Dana George

How Much You Could Earn by Investing $20 per Week

It's easy to become discouraged when money is tight. Take a look at how you can build a small nest egg by investing less than $3 a day.
June 19, 2024 | By Dana George

Want More Money in Retirement? Here's How Much Your Current Tax Returns Could Be Worth

The average tax refund for 2023 was just over $3,000. If you typically receive a fair-sized refund, learn how to make it work for you in retirement.
June 18, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway

New Perk Unlocked: Robinhood Gold Members Get 1% Bonus to All Deposits. Worth It?

Robinhood Gold just got better with a 1% bonus on all deposits. See if upgrading to Gold is right for your investing strategy.
June 18, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Are Your Retirement Savings Above or Below Average?

Two-thirds of Americans have a retirement account. Find out how your own retirement savings compares to the average for your age group.
June 16, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway

Robinhood Lowered Margin Rates to Below 7%. Here's Why I'm Steering Clear

I'm avoiding Robinhood's lowered margin rates because of my own past experiences with margin. Find out safer ways to make money on Robinhood.
June 15, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Experts Say You Should Have 1x Your Salary Saved for Retirement by 30. Here's How to Get There

It's possible to save the equivalent of your salary by age 30. Take a look at how to get there.
June 15, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

Experts Say These Are the Safest Places for Your Retirement Money

Some accounts are better for your long-term savings than others. Read on for three safe suggestions for retirement cash.
June 14, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Data Shows Americans Save $175 a Month on Average for Retirement. Is That Enough?

Can you really retire on less than $200 a month in savings? It depends on how you invest your money and how many years you save for.
June 14, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Brokerage Account vs. IRA: Which Should I Tap First in Retirement?

Have retirement savings in multiple places? Read on to see which account to access first.
June 13, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Here's How Much of Your Income Experts Say You Need to Save for Retirement

Are you contributing enough of your earnings toward retirement? Read on to find out.
June 13, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Here's What Happens When You Invest $100 a Month for 40 Years

You don't need to invest a ton of money each month to grow a lot of wealth. Read on to learn more.
June 12, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Struggling to Fund Your 401(k) in 2024? 3 Things to Do Now

It's not easy to find money for a retirement account. Read on for tips on how to boost your savings rate.
June 11, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Investment Mistakes to Avoid as a New Retiree

You've finally retired -- but it's still crucial to manage your investments to fund your lifestyle. Read on for a few investing blunders to steer clear of.
June 9, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

I've Been Using SoFi as My Brokerage for a Year -- Here's What I Love, and What I Don't

I switched to the app-focused financial platform. I love it, but no brokerage is perfect. Read on for my experience with SoFi.
June 8, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Reasons to Open a Brokerage Account ASAP -- Even if You Hardly Have Any Money to Invest

Don't have a lot of money to invest? Read on to see why you should still get started right away.
June 7, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Most Americans Are Missing Out on This Huge Investment Opportunity

Investing in stocks is a great way to grow wealth. But data shows that most Americans aren't buying stocks directly. Read on to learn more.