7/8/25: Can I retire at age 59, which is the very last day of this year, or should I keep going for another year or so?
7/7/25: We're in our 30s, have about $300k saved with a nice pension on the horizon, but we don't own any real estate. Is that holding us back?
7/6/25: I am 41 years old and totally over my corporate job. I want to get out of the rat race and be done with my long commute and try something new and/or go part-time. When can I do it?
7/5/25: As young Americans struggle with job prospects and loan repayment, Mark and I share tips to ease financial stress and stay on track.
7/4/25: Since it's the 4th of July, we're re-airing an interview we did with Ken Langone, the legendary financier, who helped take a bunch of companies public before co-founding Home Depot. He joined us seven years ago to talk about his book, I Love Capitalism!: An American Story, but really it was just a fascinating conversation with a guy who grew up in a working-class family, put himself through school, and after some hard work and smart decisions and a few guardian angels, became one of the most successful businessmen in the country.
7/3/25: I'll be turning 65 in two years and would like to retire at that time, if it's financially feasible. Is it?
7/2/25: My financial advisor is recommending a company to manage my 401(k). He says this company will be managing it constantly and said studies show they increase returns by 2-4%. Should I jump for joy or run for the hills?
7/1/25: We are building a house that will be way more expensive than we thought, initially. Are we over-extending ourselves?
6/30/25: If my employer, a federal agency, offers an early retirement option, can I say yes and call it quits?
6/29/25: After taking a new job for a higher salary, I now realize it was a mistake. Can I afford to back to a lower paying job?
6/28/25: Millions of Americans are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market. How can you keep calm and carry on? Mark and I discuss.
6/27/25: A financial planner is suggesting an annuity to provide guaranteed income to bridge the gap between retirement and Social Security. Is it the right product for us?
6/26/25: My husband hates his job, and has hated it for years. Can he get a lower paying job earning about half of what he does now, but still keep us on track for retirement at age 55.
6/25/25: I've been on the show before, but I'm still struggling to convince my hubby that we have enough money to retire. Can you help again?
6/24/25: I'm 68 and was planning on waiting until 70 for Social Security, but I am concerned about the shortfall and the potential for means testing. Should I take it now?
6/23/25: We're looking to increase our retirement contributions and wondering what is the best choice(s) as we would also like to help our children pay for college.
6/22/25: While my current salary is great, it is stressful and takes me away from my wife and two young kids. The goal would be to find another job with a comparable salary, but how far down could I go if needed?
6/21/25: If your child is looking for a summer job, it could be more challenging as job growth trends downward. Mark and I discuss some tips on how to navigate the market.
6/20/25: I'm 64 and hoping to retire next fall at the age of 65. Am I on track to do it?
6/19/25: I just turned 60 and now I'm wondering if I can retire next year?