Will Kenton
Will Kenton
ContributorWill Kenton is a personal finance writer with a Master's degree in Economics who has been published in Investopedia, AP News, TIME Stamped and Business Insider among other publications.
Will Kenton is a personal finance writer with a Master's degree in Economics who has been published in Investopedia, AP News, TIME Stamped and Business Insider among other publications. He specializes in retirement and financial education, financial product reviews and research. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
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Mortgages • Mar 04
Down payment aid programs will give you an average $18K to buy a home. Here's how to qualify even if you make over $100K
There are now 2,000 home-buying assistance programs across the U.S.
Mortgages • Mar 04
Down payment aid programs will give you an average $18K to buy a home. Here's how to qualify even if you make over $100K
There are now 2,000 home-buying assistance programs across the U.S.
Managing Money • Mar 03
An Illinois doctor went from $1M in debt to making bank on real estate. How she used a 401(k) to kick-start her wealth
Dr. Jill Green and her husband took a huge risk to start a side business in real estate. Here's how to know if that's for you.
Managing Money • Mar 03
An Illinois doctor went from $1M in debt to making bank on real estate. How she used a 401(k) to kick-start her wealth
Dr. Jill Green and her husband took a huge risk to start a side business in real estate. Here's how to know if that's for you.
Retirement • Mar 02
Many Americans are skipping a critical step to help maximize retirement savings. Here's why (and how) to make it happen
More than half of Americans says they feel “uncomfortable” with their level of emergency savings.
Retirement • Mar 02
Many Americans are skipping a critical step to help maximize retirement savings. Here's why (and how) to make it happen
More than half of Americans says they feel “uncomfortable” with their level of emergency savings.
Retirement • Feb 26
40% of adults worry they won’t have enough for retirement or fear they won't be able to retire. What you need to know
A study reveals adults between the ages of 30 and 39 are the most pessimistic age group.
Retirement • Feb 26
40% of adults worry they won’t have enough for retirement or fear they won't be able to retire. What you need to know
A study reveals adults between the ages of 30 and 39 are the most pessimistic age group.
Employment • Feb 23
More than half of US workers skip lunch to please their boss and get more done — why that's actually counterproductive
This one generation is more prone to the troubling trend.
Employment • Feb 23
More than half of US workers skip lunch to please their boss and get more done — why that's actually counterproductive
This one generation is more prone to the troubling trend.
Real Estate • Feb 23
This couple cut the cost of their home build in half by making it a DIY. How to balance the risks and rewards
Yeli Heidecker wanted to build a tiny home for her mother, and money wasn't going to stand in the way.
Real Estate • Feb 23
This couple cut the cost of their home build in half by making it a DIY. How to balance the risks and rewards
Yeli Heidecker wanted to build a tiny home for her mother, and money wasn't going to stand in the way.
Life • Feb 22
Only 7% of parents have big families, like JD and Usha Vance. How to make it work when raising one kid can cost $320,000
Why it may be baby boom time for billionaires, but not average families.
Life • Feb 22
Only 7% of parents have big families, like JD and Usha Vance. How to make it work when raising one kid can cost $320,000
Why it may be baby boom time for billionaires, but not average families.
Auto • Feb 21
One man used his Costco membership to save over $11K on a new car. How shoppers are finding alternatives to high prices
High sticker prices have some drivers looking beyond the dealership lot.
Auto • Feb 21
One man used his Costco membership to save over $11K on a new car. How shoppers are finding alternatives to high prices
High sticker prices have some drivers looking beyond the dealership lot.
News • Feb 19
Ex-Chicago judge stole nearly $250K from uncle, a distinguished veteran. How she did it and how to protect your family
'She seemed like the perfect person.'
News • Feb 19
Ex-Chicago judge stole nearly $250K from uncle, a distinguished veteran. How she did it and how to protect your family
'She seemed like the perfect person.'
Real Estate • Feb 17
Baltimore business owner on the hook for thousands in damage after water main break. Here’s how to protect your property
When a water main break starts gushing, the money can pour out of your wallet just as fast.
Real Estate • Feb 17
Baltimore business owner on the hook for thousands in damage after water main break. Here’s how to protect your property
When a water main break starts gushing, the money can pour out of your wallet just as fast.
News • Feb 17
Florida woman out $21K after entering an investment deal with a 'trustworthy' man. How to spot signs of financial fraud
When it comes to financial deals, having mutual connections is not enough to go on.
News • Feb 17
Florida woman out $21K after entering an investment deal with a 'trustworthy' man. How to spot signs of financial fraud
When it comes to financial deals, having mutual connections is not enough to go on.
Managing Money • Feb 17
This billionaire holds meetings to discuss finances with his kids. Is this the key to avoiding inheritance disputes?
Family meetings might look a little different at this billionaire's house, and you might want to take note.
Managing Money • Feb 17
This billionaire holds meetings to discuss finances with his kids. Is this the key to avoiding inheritance disputes?
Family meetings might look a little different at this billionaire's house, and you might want to take note.
Managing Money • Feb 16
Americans fear death, disability, bankruptcy as ACA subsidies expire and millions consider plans they can’t afford
Previous subsidy recipients will see premiums jump an average of 114% over last year. Amid a cost-of-living crisis, many Americans are deciding to gamble with their health instead.
Managing Money • Feb 16
Americans fear death, disability, bankruptcy as ACA subsidies expire and millions consider plans they can’t afford
Previous subsidy recipients will see premiums jump an average of 114% over last year. Amid a cost-of-living crisis, many Americans are deciding to gamble with their health instead.
Life • Feb 10
Some Americans are considering moving abroad to escape rising costs in the US. What relocation can and can’t solve
From visas to taxes, the details matter more than the destination when it comes to moving abroad.
Life • Feb 10
Some Americans are considering moving abroad to escape rising costs in the US. What relocation can and can’t solve
From visas to taxes, the details matter more than the destination when it comes to moving abroad.
Retirement • Feb 09
Retirees can face unexpected expenses of up to $7,000 a year. Here’s how to prepare your safety net now
These expenses are entirely predictable in category, even if their timing remains a mystery.
Retirement • Feb 09
Retirees can face unexpected expenses of up to $7,000 a year. Here’s how to prepare your safety net now
These expenses are entirely predictable in category, even if their timing remains a mystery.
Taxes • Feb 08
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill includes a new $6K tax break for seniors. How to maximize the time-limited deduction
The deduction may shift the financial landscape for retirees significantly.
Taxes • Feb 08
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill includes a new $6K tax break for seniors. How to maximize the time-limited deduction
The deduction may shift the financial landscape for retirees significantly.
Managing Money • Feb 04
Father earning $200K lives paycheck to paycheck thanks to $100K of debt. The Ramsey Show has a 'radical' solution
“The more radical you get in your reaction to this situation, the faster you're going to be out of it.”
Managing Money • Feb 04
Father earning $200K lives paycheck to paycheck thanks to $100K of debt. The Ramsey Show has a 'radical' solution
“The more radical you get in your reaction to this situation, the faster you're going to be out of it.”
Taxes • Feb 03
Too many investors are forgetting 1 key element of their portfolio strategy. How to make sure you don’t miss out in 2026
You may be paying a ‘silent fee’ you don’t even know about.
Taxes • Feb 03
Too many investors are forgetting 1 key element of their portfolio strategy. How to make sure you don’t miss out in 2026
You may be paying a ‘silent fee’ you don’t even know about.
Investing • Feb 01
Copper is on fire, tracking gold as a precious metal hitting record-high values. Should you start investing in it?
Demand for copper is insatiable and the price of a metric tonne hit $11,771 in 2025.
Investing • Feb 01
Copper is on fire, tracking gold as a precious metal hitting record-high values. Should you start investing in it?
Demand for copper is insatiable and the price of a metric tonne hit $11,771 in 2025.
News • Jan 30
Arizona woman is scammed out of $1.5M after trying to fix her TV’s closed captioning. How to spot the signs of a scam
Learn the signs to ensure that a minor tech glitch doesn't become a financial disaster.
News • Jan 30
Arizona woman is scammed out of $1.5M after trying to fix her TV’s closed captioning. How to spot the signs of a scam
Learn the signs to ensure that a minor tech glitch doesn't become a financial disaster.
News • Jan 28
LA woman spent $50K building a company that sold for $22M only to buy it back. What aspiring entrepreneurs should know
“As the founder, the business was so important to me."
News • Jan 28
LA woman spent $50K building a company that sold for $22M only to buy it back. What aspiring entrepreneurs should know
“As the founder, the business was so important to me."
Auto • Jan 26
Trump’s $10,000 tax break for car owners promises big savings, but reaching it may require a six-figure car. Here’s why
The fine print on this car tax break has more speed bumps than drivers might expect.
Auto • Jan 26
Trump’s $10,000 tax break for car owners promises big savings, but reaching it may require a six-figure car. Here’s why
The fine print on this car tax break has more speed bumps than drivers might expect.
News • Jan 25
This woman fell for a deepfake of her doctor, and lost $300. Protect yourself from a wave of AI-generated medical scams
21st-century snake-oil salesmen are luring victims with deepfake medical ads on social media.
News • Jan 25
This woman fell for a deepfake of her doctor, and lost $300. Protect yourself from a wave of AI-generated medical scams
21st-century snake-oil salesmen are luring victims with deepfake medical ads on social media.
Managing Money • Jan 21
$90K a year doesn't cover as much as it used to. Here are 8 US cities where you can live comfortably on this income
If you’re a single adult, this list is for you.
Managing Money • Jan 21
$90K a year doesn't cover as much as it used to. Here are 8 US cities where you can live comfortably on this income
If you’re a single adult, this list is for you.
Managing Money • Jan 19
GA caller is $50K in debt with no retirement savings, no house. The Ramsey Show says it’s time to cancel their lifestyle
When a mismatch in urgency can be an issue.
Managing Money • Jan 19
GA caller is $50K in debt with no retirement savings, no house. The Ramsey Show says it’s time to cancel their lifestyle
When a mismatch in urgency can be an issue.
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