If you have a generous heart and at least a little bit of money in the bank, you may find yourself constantly being asked for cash or loans from family members and friends.
All of us go through personal or financial challenges in our lives. But when you start feeling like a piggybank for those closest to you, it’s time to establish healthy financial boundaries with relatives and other loved ones.
Q: We own an old house that needs 100k worth of work. Should we get a construction loan or a mortgage loan? My husband has
So you first messed up your finances in your 20s, then made matters worse in your 30s. But now you’re ready to act your age,
What is National Child Support Awareness Month? Since 1995, the United States has been honoring Child Support Awareness Month during the month of August. Former
If you stay at any of the major hotel chains, such as Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt properties, on a frequent basis, you may have been
It’s a sad reality that many families and individuals have to deal with, but knowing what to do when you can’t afford to bury a
If you’re like me, you’d like to simplify your summer finances. After all, summer is the time to relax a bit more, spend extra time
Two new studies suggest that your mental state – specifically being distracted and experiencing stress – can have a serious, negative impact on your finances.
Recent natural disasters serve as reminders to homeowners and renters nationwide about the need to shore up their properties – and their finances – against natural disasters.
In a recent interview I explain the difference between a rainy day fund and an emergency fund. I also share 6 tips to help jump
For many young couples, there is a certain amount of financial and emotional stress that comes with Valentine’s Day. Among women who are dating, the
To hear most financial experts tell it, members of Generation Y are a coddled group of young adults who rely economically on Mom and Dad,
If you’re ready to improve your economic situation in 2011, here are my recommendations for the Top 10 financial New Year’s resolutions that will help
If you’re like most adults, you probably want your children, or any youngsters around you, to develop good financial habits. But if you’re like the typical American, you may also struggle when it comes to being a good financial role model for our youth. A study by Northwestern Mutual revealed that 71% of parents feel that children should begin learning about money no later than the 1st grade.
Young adults suffering through the Great Recession are having serious problems getting a handle on their spending, credit and debt woes, according to a new survey out from Western Union.
Airlines seem to be going ala carte. They are charging passengers for every bag they check, if they exceed the 40 lb or 50 lb
