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  Chris Kowalik outlines the rules of the early withdrawal penalty (and how to avoid it) when taking money out of the TSP prior to age…

If you’ve ever looked up “how to retire early,” you’re not alone. If you’re wondering how to retire early, but your income doesn’t allow you to…

Ascentxmedia | E+ | Getty ImagesLost years ‘absolutely critical’ for retirement securityUnplanned early retirements can have severe financial implications for retirees, according to Catherine Collinson, CEO…

If your budget is spread thin trying to keep up with bills, you might benefit from paying off a personal loan early. It might seem counterintuitive…

You work all your life for the day you can sit back and relax. But the closer you get to retirement age, the slower those weeks…

This week, the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid expanded its “phased rollout” so all students can now apply for aid for the upcoming academic year.Up…

FIRE, or Financial Independence, Retire Early, is a lifestyle movement that recently took the personal finance world by storm. It encourages you to build a cushy…

getty Many financial advisors and economists with in-depth knowledge of Social Security recommend that people delay claiming their retirement benefits for as long as possible, preferably…

Updated for tax year 2024. There’s nothing wrong with filing taxes early. In fact, getting a head start on federal tax filing may be more beneficial…

Pekic | E+ | Getty ImagesMortgage rates seem to have steadied. That may be a good sign for the market, experts say.The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage…