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A Large Margin of Safety Reduces Stress and Need for Precision
You don’t have to be precise when you have a large margin of safety. It reduces stress and it makes your solution more robust against adverse conditions.
Cash Out I Bonds Tax Free For College Expenses Or 529 Plan
It’s possible to cash out I Bonds tax free for college expenses or transfer to a 529 plan but you must meet an income limit and some other requirements.
2022 2023 2024 Medicare Part B IRMAA Premium MAGI Brackets
You pay higher Medicare Part B and Part D premiums if your income exceeds certain thresholds. Here are the IRMAA income brackets for 2022 2023, and 2024.
More Inflation Protection with TIPS After Maxing Out I Bonds
Consider investing in TIPS for inflation protection after maxing out I Bonds. They have no purchase limit, and you can invest through a mutual fund or ETF.
2021 2022 2023 HSA Contribution Limits and HDHP Qualification
2021, 2022, and 2023 calendar year HSA contribution limits and HDHP qualifications for individual and family coverage. Big changes due to high inflation.
How To Buy Treasury Bills & Notes Without Fee at Online Brokers
Treasuries pay a higher yield and are easier to buy than CDs right now. Here’s how to buy them without fee at Fidelity, Vanguard, and Charles Schwab.