Investing & Retirement
Build wealth for the long term. From your first index fund to maximizing your 401(k) — practical guides for every stage of the journey.
All Investing & Retirement Guides
How to Start Investing: A Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know to invest your first dollar — accounts, funds, and how to avoid the most common beginner mistakes.
June 10, 2026
Index Funds vs. ETFs: What's the Difference?
Both track the market at low cost — but they work differently. Here's how to choose between index funds and ETFs for your portfolio.
June 9, 2026
How to Invest in Index Funds
Index funds are the simplest way to build long-term wealth. Here's how to pick one, open an account, and start investing today.
June 8, 2026
Roth IRA vs. Traditional IRA: Which Is Right for You?
The Roth IRA grows tax-free. The Traditional IRA gives you a tax break now. Here's how to decide which one to open.
June 7, 2026Roth IRA Contribution Limits 2026
How much can you contribute to a Roth IRA in 2026? Income limits, phase-outs, and strategies to maximize your contributions.
June 6, 2026
What Is a 401(k) and How Does It Work?
A 401(k) is the most powerful retirement tool most people have access to. Here's how it works, what to invest in, and how much to contribute.
June 5, 2026401(k) Contribution Limits 2026
The IRS raised 401(k) contribution limits for 2026. Here's exactly how much you can contribute — including catch-up contributions.
June 4, 2026What Is Compound Interest? (And Why It Changes Everything)
Compound interest is the reason starting early matters so much. Here's how it works — with real numbers that will motivate you to start now.
June 3, 2026
Dividend Investing for Beginners
Dividend stocks pay you just for owning them. Here's how dividend investing works and how to build a portfolio that generates passive income.
June 2, 2026Dollar-Cost Averaging: The Strategy That Removes Emotion from Investing
Dollar-cost averaging means investing a fixed amount on a schedule — regardless of market conditions. Here's why it works.
June 1, 2026
How Much Do I Need to Retire?
The 4% rule, the 25x rule, and other frameworks for calculating your retirement number — and how to actually hit it.
May 31, 2026How Much Should I Have Saved for Retirement by Age?
Retirement savings benchmarks by age — and what to do if you're behind. Practical catch-up strategies that actually work.
May 30, 2026
How to Retire Early: The FIRE Movement Explained
Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is a real strategy — not just a fantasy. Here's how it works and whether it's right for you.
May 29, 2026
How to Invest in Real Estate with Little Money
You don't need $100,000 to invest in real estate. REITs, house hacking, and crowdfunding platforms let you start with far less.
May 28, 2026How to Start Investing for Beginners (Step-by-Step)
A step-by-step guide to opening your first investment account, choosing your first fund, and building a habit that compounds over decades.
May 27, 2026