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Financial Habits and Retirement Planning in America

This story examines how perceived social status can impact personal finances and retirement planning in America, suggesting that 'looking poor' might be beneficial for long-term financial security.

14 Feb, 12:30 — 15 Feb, 19:31

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‘I’m close to retiring’: I’m behind on my property tax. Is this a really bad time to sell my house?

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‘We have no prenup’: I want rights of survivorship in our marital home. My wife prefers tenants in common. Now what?

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‘I’m part of a blended family that didn’t blend well’: My stepsister added her mailing address to our mother’s bank account. Can she be trusted?

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Caller reveals husband spent 'fun money' on a woman in prison for 3 years. Ramsey Show hosts urge financial separation

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I’m retiring next year and my son is asking to live in my investment property for less than market. Is this a bad idea?

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I’m retiring next year and my son is asking to live in my investment property for less than market. Is this a bad idea?

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Texas woman thinks her mom took out a $20K loan in her name without permission. Dave Ramsey offers her 2 'ugly' options

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Texas woman thinks her mom took out a $20K loan in her name without permission. Dave Ramsey offers her 2 'ugly' options

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Why ‘looking poor’ is crucial for a comfy retirement in America. How fake social status could be ruining your finances

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Why ‘looking poor’ is crucial for a comfy retirement in America. How fake social status could be ruining your finances

Coverage (21 sources)

marketwatch15 Feb, 19:31

‘Am I crazy?’ My boyfriend’s parents say he doesn’t earn enough to marry me. Who is to blame here?

The Moneyist: “I have a Valentine’s message for you, but you won’t read it in a Hallmark card.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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marketwatch15 Feb, 13:30

My elderly mother has dementia. My sister sold her house and has hidden the proceeds. What can we do?

“My sister is planning to move out of state and feels it is her right to control the money.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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marketwatch15 Feb, 13:17

‘I’m a loner’: I’m 62 with a multimillion-dollar portfolio and no heirs. Should I find a wife for my twilight years?

“I have never been married, have no siblings, and both my parents have passed away.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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marketwatch15 Feb, 13:10

‘I’m close to retiring’: I’m behind on my property tax. Is this a really bad time to sell my house?

“I’ve never been late on a mortgage, so this makes me nervous.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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Yahoo15 Feb, 04:31

"I Took It Back And Stated The Reason Why I Was Returning It. I Refuse To Normalize This": People Are Sharing The Annoying Fees That We Collectively Should Refuse To Pay

Read at source →
marketwatch15 Feb, 00:30

‘We have no prenup’: I want rights of survivorship in our marital home. My wife prefers tenants in common. Now what?

“She is an old-school farm girl who inherited all her money and wants to pass it down to her children.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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marketwatch15 Feb, 00:00

‘I’m part of a blended family that didn’t blend well’: My stepsister added her mailing address to our mother’s bank account. Can she be trusted?

“It’s things like this that make me wonder what else she might be doing.”

By Quentin Fottrell

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yahoo-finance14 Feb, 14:53

Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman Agree on Almost Nothing — Except These 2 Retirement Rules

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yahoo-finance14 Feb, 14:50

5 Vanguard Dividend ETFs That Could Fund Your Retirement by 2030

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Yahoo14 Feb, 14:50

5 Vanguard Dividend ETFs That Could Fund Your Retirement by 2030

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yahoo-finance14 Feb, 14:42

One-Third of Americans Withdraw 401(k) Balances After Job Changes—What Is Driving This Trend?

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 14:42

One-Third of Americans Withdraw 401(k) Balances After Job Changes—What Is Driving This Trend?

Read at source →
yahoo-finance14 Feb, 13:30

Caller reveals husband spent 'fun money' on a woman in prison for 3 years. Ramsey Show hosts urge financial separation

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 13:30

Caller reveals husband spent 'fun money' on a woman in prison for 3 years. Ramsey Show hosts urge financial separation

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 13:12

Ramit Sethi: Ignore These 10 Pieces of Advice If You Want To Get Rich

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yahoo-finance14 Feb, 13:00

I’m retiring next year and my son is asking to live in my investment property for less than market. Is this a bad idea?

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 13:00

I’m retiring next year and my son is asking to live in my investment property for less than market. Is this a bad idea?

Read at source →
yahoo-finance14 Feb, 12:45

Texas woman thinks her mom took out a $20K loan in her name without permission. Dave Ramsey offers her 2 'ugly' options

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 12:45

Texas woman thinks her mom took out a $20K loan in her name without permission. Dave Ramsey offers her 2 'ugly' options

Read at source →
yahoo-finance14 Feb, 12:30

Why ‘looking poor’ is crucial for a comfy retirement in America. How fake social status could be ruining your finances

Read at source →
Yahoo14 Feb, 12:30

Why ‘looking poor’ is crucial for a comfy retirement in America. How fake social status could be ruining your finances

Read at source →