Financial Coach

Michael Ryan
Michael Ryan
Michael Ryan, Retired Financial Planner | Founder, MichaelRyanMoney.com With nearly three decades navigating the financial world as a retired financial planner, former licensed advisor, and insurance agency owner, Michael Ryan brings unparalleled real-world experience to his role as a personal finance coach. Founder of MichaelRyanMoney.com, his insights are trusted by millions and regularly featured in global publications like The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Business Insider, US News & World Report, and Yahoo Finance (See where he's featured). Michael is passionate about democratizing financial literacy, offering clear, actionable advice on everything from budgeting basics to complex retirement strategies. Explore the site to empower your financial future.

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Most Recent Articles

Downloadable Inheritance Timeline Checklist PDF — First 90 Days Strategy

Estate Planning Michael Ryan
Navigating a large inheritance is one of the most challenging financial events you'll ever face, arriving at a time when you are least emotionally...
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Payment Scams with Zelle, Cash App & Venmo; A Planner’s Defense Blueprint

Risk Management & Insurance Michael Ryan
Ever wonder why that Zelle or Cash App payment feels as fast and final as handing someone a $100 bill? Because functionally, it is....
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Picking the Best Rewards Credit Card for You: 2026’s Smart Approach

Debt Management & Credit Michael Ryan
Ever feel like your credit card rewards are just buying you a cup of coffee when they should be funding a flight? You're not...
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Financial Planning

What is a Liquid Asset? Michael Ryan’s Clear Guide to Financial Readiness

Net Worth & Goals Michael Ryan
Ever wondered how fast you could get your hands on cash if life hit the fan today? If that question makes your stomach drop,...
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Chime Transfer Limits Got You Stuck? Unlock Faster Cash & Avoid Hidden Fees in 2025

Banking Michael Ryan
It's not always instant, and limits can be tricky. As a financial expert, I'll break down Chime's transfer system so your money moves when...
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How to Activate Your Chime Card: The 2-Minute Foolproof Guide For 2025

Banking Michael Ryan
That crisp green envelope has arrived. Inside sits your new Chime Visa® Debit Card, the final key to unlocking your account and getting to...
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More Articles That May Interest You

Budgeting & Cash Flow

No Spend Challenge: Stop Over-Spending & Start to Save Money (Pro Guide)

Michael Ryan
Ever feel like your hard-earned cash has a mind of its own, vanishing before you even get a chance to tell it where to...
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Banking

Stop Paying, Load Your Cash App Card for FREE! Adding Money, a 2025 Update

Michael Ryan
Feeling the pinch every time you need to add cash to your Cash App Card? You're not the only one. I’m Michael Ryan, and...
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Banking

Chime Transfer Limits Got You Stuck? Unlock Faster Cash & Avoid Hidden Fees in 2025

Michael Ryan
It's not always instant, and limits can be tricky. As a financial expert, I'll break down Chime's transfer system so your money moves when...
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College Savings & 529 Plans

Florida Prepaid vs. 529 Plan: A 2025 Planner’s Verdict

Michael Ryan
For 25 years, I watched good, smart parents tie themselves in knots over this exact decision. They'd come into my office with stacks of...
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Banking

How to Activate Your Chime Card: The 2-Minute Foolproof Guide For 2025

Michael Ryan
That crisp green envelope has arrived. Inside sits your new Chime Visa® Debit Card, the final key to unlocking your account and getting to...
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College Savings & 529 Plans

529 Plans: The Ultimate Guide to Saving for College (2025)

Michael Ryan
On March 14, 2025, I watched the Robinsons’ jaws drop when they saw their 529 plan had yielded just 0.8% over five years—because it...
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Budgeting & Cash Flow

Why Is Budgeting Important? It’s Not About Restriction, It’s About Freedom

Michael Ryan
Let's be honest. The word "budget" probably makes you flinch. It brings up feelings of restriction, of financial diets, of being told you can't...
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Debt Management & Credit

Money Stash App Review: Legit Cash Advance or a Debt Trap?

Michael Ryan
When you’re in a tough spot and need emergency cash, the promise of a fast, no-credit-check loan can feel like a lifeline. You’ve probably seen...
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Budgeting & Cash Flow

A Planner’s Confession: The Real Reason You Overspend (And How to Stop Spending Money)

Michael Ryan
After 25 years as a financial planner, I can tell you that the most financially fragile people I’ve met weren’t the ones with the...
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Debt Management & Credit

What is Grid Code G? A Planner’s 4-Step Guide to Removing It

Michael Ryan
On March 12, 2024, I sat across from Karen, who’d just trusted me with her retirement plan for the tenth time. When she blanched...
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