Christy Bieber
Christy Bieber
Freelance WriterChristy Bieber has 15 years of experience as a personal finance and legal writer. She has written for many publications including Forbes, Kilplinger, CNN, WSJ, Credit Karma, Insurify and more.
Christy Bieber has 15 years of experience as a personal finance and legal writer. She has written for many publications including Forbes, Kilplinger, CNN, WSJ, Credit Karma, Insurify and more. In addition to writing for the web, she has also ghostwritten textbooks and worked as a legal studies professor. She has a JD from UCLA School of Law, and a BA in English Media and Communications from the University of Rochester. She and her husband have two kids and two dogs, and split their time between Pennsylvania and Florida.
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News • May 21
I only have $200,000 in my 401(k) but I'm really sick of working. How can I use this money to retire soon at 60?
Before you consider where to put your retirement money, you must make sure you have enough to retire on.
News • May 21
I only have $200,000 in my 401(k) but I'm really sick of working. How can I use this money to retire soon at 60?
Before you consider where to put your retirement money, you must make sure you have enough to retire on.
Managing Money • May 20
I'm retiring soon with a solid nest egg — so should I take my pension in a lump sum or monthly payments with no COLA?
Deciding whether to take a lump sum or accept guaranteed monthly payments with a pension is an age-old retirement question. These are the factors to consider.
Managing Money • May 20
I'm retiring soon with a solid nest egg — so should I take my pension in a lump sum or monthly payments with no COLA?
Deciding whether to take a lump sum or accept guaranteed monthly payments with a pension is an age-old retirement question. These are the factors to consider.
Managing Money • May 18
Should 60 year old put a $600,000 retirement portfolio with a single investment firm?
What Sam needs to consider before making a retirement planning decision.
Managing Money • May 18
Should 60 year old put a $600,000 retirement portfolio with a single investment firm?
What Sam needs to consider before making a retirement planning decision.
News • 342097 views
I was banking on inheriting my late dad's home, but just found out I’ve been named a life tenant. What does that mean?
Being named a life tenant with a life estate is very different from inheriting a home. Find out how this situation can affect your financial future.
News • 342097 views
I was banking on inheriting my late dad's home, but just found out I’ve been named a life tenant. What does that mean?
Being named a life tenant with a life estate is very different from inheriting a home. Find out how this situation can affect your financial future.
Investing • May 15
$300K in CDs just matured and at 45, it may be time to rethink where all that money goes
Is now the right time to take on more market risk for long-term growth?
Investing • May 15
$300K in CDs just matured and at 45, it may be time to rethink where all that money goes
Is now the right time to take on more market risk for long-term growth?
Investing • May 14
Trump’s new Moms.gov site promotes Trump Accounts for kids — but are they the smartest savings option you have?
The administration says the new investment accounts could help build long-term wealth for children. But there may be better options
Investing • May 14
Trump’s new Moms.gov site promotes Trump Accounts for kids — but are they the smartest savings option you have?
The administration says the new investment accounts could help build long-term wealth for children. But there may be better options
Managing Money • May 13
‘You need to not be ashamed’: Shoppers turn to discount stores and warehouse clubs without the old stigma
Discount grocery stores and warehouse clubs used to carry stigma for some, but perceptions are shifting.
Managing Money • May 13
‘You need to not be ashamed’: Shoppers turn to discount stores and warehouse clubs without the old stigma
Discount grocery stores and warehouse clubs used to carry stigma for some, but perceptions are shifting.
News • May 11
2,700 parents just lost their passports — and anyone owing $2,500 in child support could be next
Parents with unpaid child support will soon lose their U.S. passports, according to the State Department. Here's when it will happen and who will be affected.
News • May 11
2,700 parents just lost their passports — and anyone owing $2,500 in child support could be next
Parents with unpaid child support will soon lose their U.S. passports, according to the State Department. Here's when it will happen and who will be affected.
Insurance • May 10
Major US health provider drops prior authorization for 30% of services — and 93% of doctors say it's long overdue
UnitedHealthcare is taking a big step to make healthcare access easier.
Insurance • May 10
Major US health provider drops prior authorization for 30% of services — and 93% of doctors say it's long overdue
UnitedHealthcare is taking a big step to make healthcare access easier.
Investing • May 09
I found a framed stock certificate in my late father’s things. How do I find out if it’s worth anything?
Is it simply a collectible, or could it actually be worth a significant amount? The answer depends.
Investing • May 09
I found a framed stock certificate in my late father’s things. How do I find out if it’s worth anything?
Is it simply a collectible, or could it actually be worth a significant amount? The answer depends.
Investing • May 07
Solar firms went bust, panels went dark: Connecticut homeowners are still paying for panels that never provided power
Consumers signed with rooftop solar panel companies that went belly-up. They say the systems don't work, but the bills keep coming.
Investing • May 07
Solar firms went bust, panels went dark: Connecticut homeowners are still paying for panels that never provided power
Consumers signed with rooftop solar panel companies that went belly-up. They say the systems don't work, but the bills keep coming.
News • May 06
A romance scammer drained $1.2 million from a surprising victim: the City of Norfolk. And normal people helped him do it
The episode shows how anyone can be deceived — even a city with a population of more than 231,000 people and an entire finance department watching out for it.
News • May 06
A romance scammer drained $1.2 million from a surprising victim: the City of Norfolk. And normal people helped him do it
The episode shows how anyone can be deceived — even a city with a population of more than 231,000 people and an entire finance department watching out for it.
Managing Money • May 05
Denying your mom's dying wish? Dave Ramsey says don't give in to demands for a $25K funeral
Dave Ramsey delivered a harsh dose of reality to a caller who was torn about whether he should fulfill his mom's dying wish for a $25,000 funeral, even if doing so meant making monthly payments.
Managing Money • May 05
Denying your mom's dying wish? Dave Ramsey says don't give in to demands for a $25K funeral
Dave Ramsey delivered a harsh dose of reality to a caller who was torn about whether he should fulfill his mom's dying wish for a $25,000 funeral, even if doing so meant making monthly payments.
Managing Money • May 05
One couple borrowed $70,000 partly for Disney trips — and they're far from the only ones going broke for the magic
With prices climbing to visit Disneyland and Disney World, the cost may be some people’s financial security.
Managing Money • May 05
One couple borrowed $70,000 partly for Disney trips — and they're far from the only ones going broke for the magic
With prices climbing to visit Disneyland and Disney World, the cost may be some people’s financial security.
News • May 04
For $200 a month, a startup says you'll never have to think about home maintenance again. Is it worth it?
The founders say their ultimate vision is ‘building the autonomous home.’
News • May 04
For $200 a month, a startup says you'll never have to think about home maintenance again. Is it worth it?
The founders say their ultimate vision is ‘building the autonomous home.’
Life • May 01
Good luck charm: A sparrow flew in his car window and the following week he won $2.4 million in the lottery
Now, the Akron, Ohio man has to hang onto his windfall so his funds don’t fly away.
Life • May 01
Good luck charm: A sparrow flew in his car window and the following week he won $2.4 million in the lottery
Now, the Akron, Ohio man has to hang onto his windfall so his funds don’t fly away.
Managing Money • Jan 05
My widowed neighbor died 10 years ago, and we just found a will leaving everything to us. What should we do?
Finding a valid will years later begs the question: is it too late?
Managing Money • Jan 05
My widowed neighbor died 10 years ago, and we just found a will leaving everything to us. What should we do?
Finding a valid will years later begs the question: is it too late?
Real Estate • Jan 05
My partner got laid off the week we were closing on our first home. Should we pause or renegotiate the deal?
What to do if your dream home is in jeopardy.
Real Estate • Jan 05
My partner got laid off the week we were closing on our first home. Should we pause or renegotiate the deal?
What to do if your dream home is in jeopardy.
Managing Money • Jan 04
Utah mom says family’s on food stamps while husband’s in school. Ramsey calls the plan ‘irresponsible’
"Find me a waaambulance."
Managing Money • Jan 04
Utah mom says family’s on food stamps while husband’s in school. Ramsey calls the plan ‘irresponsible’
"Find me a waaambulance."
Retirement • Jan 03
My 401(k) contributions are disappearing days after my employer deposits them — is this normal or a red flag?
Signs of fraud or misuse to watch for.
Retirement • Jan 03
My 401(k) contributions are disappearing days after my employer deposits them — is this normal or a red flag?
Signs of fraud or misuse to watch for.
Retirement • Dec 23
I have $1,400 in extra retirement income at the end of each month. How can I use it wisely without losing my stride?
You’ve made some right moves to this point. Here’s what you can do next.
Retirement • Dec 23
I have $1,400 in extra retirement income at the end of each month. How can I use it wisely without losing my stride?
You’ve made some right moves to this point. Here’s what you can do next.
Managing Money • Dec 14
I got a $500/month raise, but my finances feel unchanged. How can I make the most of this extra income?
Making the most of a pay bump.
Managing Money • Dec 14
I got a $500/month raise, but my finances feel unchanged. How can I make the most of this extra income?
Making the most of a pay bump.
Retirement • Dec 09
Unused sick days can pay off. Turn banked leave into retirement income, better benefits and a smoother exit
Smoother seas could be on your horizon if you follow these steps.
Retirement • Dec 09
Unused sick days can pay off. Turn banked leave into retirement income, better benefits and a smoother exit
Smoother seas could be on your horizon if you follow these steps.
Real Estate • Dec 07
A father called The Ramsey Show for advice and instead faced a crack house issue that money alone couldn’t fix
Should you stay or should you go?
Real Estate • Dec 07
A father called The Ramsey Show for advice and instead faced a crack house issue that money alone couldn’t fix
Should you stay or should you go?
Loans • Dec 02
My dad died and I just learned he paid off my school tuition with $90,000 in loans. Am I now on the hook for this?
Don't be left adrift at sea.
Loans • Dec 02
My dad died and I just learned he paid off my school tuition with $90,000 in loans. Am I now on the hook for this?
Don't be left adrift at sea.
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