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Winter Arc, Thrift Winning & a Quick Morbid Quiz 👻

October 22, 2024
Tagged as: 401k, checklist, emergency fund, investing, make a will, personal finance, saving money

Happy Tuesday, happy people! Quote of the week… “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” ― Anne Lamott. This is your reminder to slow down, take a...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Should I cut ties with my financial advisor? How do I do it?

October 22, 2024
Tagged as: DIY, financial advisor, Financial Independence, index funds, roth ira, saving for retirement

Today’s question comes from Peter in Texas… “Hi, Joel and Matt. I’m twenty four and I’m currently stationed in Apostle, Texas with the Army. I’ve been hooked on your podcast for about seven months now,...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Which retirement accounts are best if I’m self employed?

October 21, 2024
Tagged as: employee benefits, Financial Independence, pay yourself first, roth ira, saving for retirement, solo 401k

Today’s question comes from Amy from Grand Rapids, MI… “Hi, Matt and Joel. I have a question about retirement accounts for those of us who are self employed. My husband and I are in Money...

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Ask Matt & Joel: I have $60k to invest. Should I dollar cost average or invest it all at once?

October 20, 2024
Tagged as: dollar cost averaging, index funds, money gears, money goals, saving for retirement, savings rate

Today’s question comes from Nicholas in Richfield, OH… “Hi, Matt, and Joel. I had a question about an investment option for $60k that I currently have sitting in my Vanguard money market account. A little...

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Saving money

9 Underrated Ways to Scrimp and Save Money

October 18, 2024
Tagged as: car costs, costco, electricity, Frugal hacks, groceries, online shopping, subscriptions

Some of the best advice and tips to save money don’t come from “experts”… they come from friends, neighbors, and the community! Just regular people, living regular lives. Who better to share real-world ways to...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Can I negotiate a lower car loan interest rate with a higher credit score?

October 17, 2024
Tagged as: bad debt, car lease, car loan, debt management, new car vs. used car, saving for retirement

This question comes from Alexandra from Pittsburgh!… “Hey, guys, I have a quick question to ask you. I bought my car in 2022, and at the time I was rebuilding my credit. Then I refinanced...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Should I still save for retirement if I have a pension?

October 16, 2024
Tagged as: diversification, FIRE, pension, saving for retirement, savings rate, target date funds

This question comes from Ashley in Sacramento!… “Hey there, Matt and Joel. I really wish you guys were around when I was in my twenties. Alas, I am now 61 years old and the only...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Should I pay medical bills with my credit card or HSA directly?

October 15, 2024
Tagged as: credit cards, HSA, Life Hacking, roth ira, tax advantaged accounts

This question comes from Derek in Nashville!… “Hey, guys, I had a question today regarding HSA accounts. Is it better to pay for your medical expenses directly with your HSA account? Or should I pay...

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Ask Matt & Joel: Do 529 contributions count towards my savings rate?

October 14, 2024
Tagged as: emergency fund, fire movement, retirement investing, saving money, savings rate

This question comes from Atlanta local, Graham!… “On a previous episode, a caller asked if 401k matches should be considered as part of their savings rate. I personally include the match as part of my...

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