More than Money: Our Editor’s Favorite Retirement Planning Articles from 2025
Every year, we publish hundreds of articles designed to help you plan for the future you want. Some become our most-clicked pieces: practical checklists, timely tips, and “what to do next” guidance that helps people take action. Check out Boldin’s 15 most popular articles from 2025. But some of the most meaningful articles don’t always rise to the top of the traffic charts.
Editor’s Favorite Retirement Planning Articles from 2025
Below are our editors’ favorite Boldin articles from 2025. Some of these pieces reflect insights shared directly by Boldin users. Others explore the psychology of money and the role of time, flexibility, optimism, and purpose.
At Boldin, we believe financial planning isn’t about growing your bank account for its own sake. It’s about building confidence, reducing worry, and creating the freedom to live the life you actually want—now and in the future.
These articles capture that belief better than anything else we published this year.
8 Big Aha Moments: How a Written Retirement Plan Changed Everything for These Boldin Users
Discover the top financial aha moments! Have you experienced all of these insights? From spending and taxes to flexibility and confidence.
Budgeting Time: You Probably Know Your Net Worth, but How Are You Measuring Your Time
You probably measure your money. But, are you paying attention to how you spend time? Explore 9 ideas for measuring your most precious resource.
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The 57 Best Personal Finance Podcasts and YouTube Channels
This is the ultimate list of the best personal finance podcasts and YouTube channels, compiled from people who know, Boldin users!
Thinking of Retiring and Worried You Aren’t Ready? It’s Time to Change Your Perspective
Thinking of retiring? A shift in perspective could be all you need to make it possible. Explore 14 tips to help you change your approach.
Understanding the Two Roth 5-Year Rules: A Key to Smarter Early Retirement Planning
Want to retire in your 50s and withdraw from savings? You need to understand the Roth 5 year rules to avoid penalties.
What “Die With Zero” Can Teach You About Living (and Retiring) with Purpose and Joy
Die with Zero is a call to live fully. Explore the core ideas and see 8 steps to a retirement plan that leaves nothing on the table.
Flexibility in Financial Planning: 10 Strategies to Build a Future That Can Bend Without Breaking
Retirement security is less a number and more a mindset. Flexibility can be the difference between surviving and thriving.
Tips for Happy Retirement: 13 Surprising Ways to Boost Happiness as You Age
Happiness is easier than ever as you age. If you want to do a little extra to make sure you have a happy retirement, try these tips.
Scarcity: Don’t Let it Steal Your Retirement
Focusing on the scarcity of time and money can exacerbate the shortage, not improve it. Learn how to focus on what’s important for a wealthier future!
Quotes from John Wooden: 8 Lessons from the Legendary Coach for a More Secure Retirement
Legendary basketball Coach John Wooden won games with a philosophy of consistency, patience, and focusing on what you can control. See how these lessons apply to building a secure financial future.
Planning for Uncertainty: Why Roth Conversions Require Iteration, Not Perfection (It’s an Art, Not a Science)
Discover the opportunities and limits of modeling your Roth conversion opportunities and get 6 tips for doing better.
6 Tips for Financial Happiness
Financial goals are usually numerical. Nothing wrong with that, but you probably also want to manage your money for happiness. Find out how.
Financial Worry: How it Tricks You into Worrying More and What to Do Instead
Worrying is not the solution to financial stress. Find out about the one powerful thing you can do to feel better about your future.
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Financial Optimism: Are You Too Optimistic—or Too Pessimistic—About Your Financial Future?
Is your glass half full or half empty? Learn why financial optimism delivers better outcomes and how to develop a sunnier outlook and why optimistic realism is the sweet spot.
A Big Risk for Retirement Investments? Avoiding Risk!
According to experts, one of the biggest risks in financial planning isn’t investing in a volatile portfolio, but rather avoiding risk altogether.
Do It for Your Future Self: How to Make Smart Choices Today for a Better Future Retirement
Do it for your future self seems like an odd mantra. However, it will help you get the life you want. Find out why and how to do it.
What Motivates You? How Financial Motivations Impact Your Decision Making
Financial motivations drive your financial decisions. Be aware of them and you will make better choices.
Checkmate Your Money: How Winning Strategies from Your Favorite Games Can Improve Wealth & Security
Discover the key strategies to win at 9 popular games and how these lessons apply to building wealth and financial security.
A Planning Mindset Is the Secret to Financial Discipline, Confidence, and Better Results
Too many people think that their financial destiny is set and can’t be changed. Find out how a planning mindset improves wealth and security.
Uncommon Sense: 15 Financial Suggestions That Are Smarter than the Conventional Advice
Conventional “wisdom” is often flawed. Try these 15 financial suggestions for more wealth and financial peace of mind.
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