I’m 45 with just $75K in my 401(k). I only save 50% of my yearly limit so I don’t have to sacrifice my lifestyle — but is it time to tighten my belt?

Contributing half the maximum ($12,000 per year, give or take), assuming a 7% annual return, would grow that $75K nest egg to ...
MarketWatch

I’ve been working 50 years, but ‘insurance on a younger wife is a killer.’ Now I feel that my golden years aren’t so golden and I need to save money. Who can help?

Question: “Paying for my Medicare and insurance on a younger wife is a killer. I’ve been working for 50 years and thought everything would be better, but my golden years are actually not so gold. Is ...
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I wanted to retire at 55 but I kept grinding to get another few million in the bank – why is it so hard to quit?

When you’ve been working hard all your life to save up a lot of money for retirement, it can be really hard to pull the plug ...
Business Insider

I spend $200 a week on groceries for my family of 5. Staying on budget is difficult, so I swear by these cost-saving strategies.

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I moved from NYC to Colombia earlier this year. The change has helped my burnout and saved me money.

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Android Police

3 simple smart home hacks that will help you save money

Michael Bizzaco has been writing about and working with consumer tech for well over a decade. With a background in home theater sales, installation and repair, Michael's hands-on reviews, how-to ...

Nicola Brett shares how she’s taking control of her gas and electricity consumption thanks to a smart meter

“It’s so simple, I wish I’d done it sooner. “I can keep track of everything when I need to through the app or website.” ...
Kiplinger

I Was Laid Off in My 40s and Took a Lower-Paying Job. I Can't Save for Retirement Until My Income Rises, and I Only Have $200,000. Help!

Question: I was laid off in my 40s and took a lower-paying job. I'm unable to contribute to my retirement savings until my income rises, and I've only saved $200,000 so far. Help! Answer: The Bureau ...
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I Have Expensive Taste, so I'm Buying Holiday Outfits at Quince to Save Money Without Sacrificing Quality—From $30

The Center for Taxpayer Rights filed a Freedom of Information Act request for IRS’ latest evaluation of the program and the report says 296,531 taxpayers submitted accepted returns for the 2025 tax ...
The Motley Fool

The Average Vacation Now Costs $7,249 -- Here's How I'm Spending Smarter

Seven thousand dollars. That's what the average vacation now costs, according to Motley Fool Money's latest travel research. It's a jarring stat, not only because it's so high, but because it's more ...
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When Is the Next Steam Sale? Find Out When the Next Steam Sales Are and Learn How I Save Money While Growing My Gaming Backlog

I first discovered Steam in university -- until then, I’d never had my own computer, so the allure of PC gaming proved irresistible. What started as a humble dozen games, like Doom 3 and Half-Life, ...