Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step guide over at HowToMoney.com/ask . Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it is, we want to hear it!
1 - Savings rates: how should I account for a disability payment when calculating my savings rate?
2 - $300,000: if I want to retire early in a couple years, what should I do with a settlement payout?
3 - 401k faux pas: WTD with my 401k that I overcontributed to last year?
4 - New car: how should I save up for a new ride I might buy in 5-6 years?
5 - Credit repair: student loan autodraft got dropped, credit score busted, now pay to get it fixed?
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