Marlon Wright articles

Big fortunes usually start small. While once in a blue moon it's about fancy stocks or risky bets, the majority of the time it’s about learning to build your everyday income into the life you actually want.

You covered costly repairs to protect the home you share ownership of. Your sister refuses to reimburse you, claiming she never agreed to have the work done. What are your rights, and what options do you have now?

Secondhand shopping is an art of balance. While it champions sustainability and budget-friendly finds, certain items carry risks that outweigh their thrifted charm. Discover why some wardrobe essentials should always be purchased new for optimal style and hygiene.

It’s funny how expenses take on a life of their own. The paychecks end, but the repairs, renewals, and random fees just keep rolling in.

Financial freedom doesn't require perfect timing or insider knowledge. It needs something way less exciting—just the willingness to repeat simple actions until they become automatic. Most people can't stand that level of monotony.

Retirement planning sounds straightforward on paper. Save money, stop working, enjoy life. But thousands of middle-class Americans discover too late that they missed something important as their nest egg cracks under pressure.

Most people think rich folks just got lucky. Wrong. Sethi lost half his money on his first investment, then figured out the actual rules wealthy people follow. Turns out, it's about value, not cost.

The rules behind Social Security aren’t always loud about consequences. A missed deadline here, an assumption there—and suddenly, smaller payments arrive. Or they just…stop! Learning the fine print now can mean thousands more later when every dollar matters most.

You and your ex bought a home together, but now that the relationship is over, she’s demanding half the equity. We look at next steps to take as you consider whether to refinance and buy out her share, or sell.