When to Hide Money From Your Spouse
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
May 1, 2012
A slew of research tells us that Americans simply aren’t truthful with their spouses or partners when it comes to money matters. In the latest
Personal Finance
One of the biggest financial mistakes you can ever make is taking bad financial advice — or more accurately, applying financial advice the wrong way, at the wrong time, and for the wrong reason.
Following so-called “good” financial advice can actually get you into a world of economic trouble if you’re not careful. So, think about whether any of the following scenarios sound familiar when it comes to advice you might have taken — and later lived to regret.
Can a Saver and a Spender Live in Financial Harmony?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 26, 2012
Q: I am a saver but my husband is a spender. He has gotten better over the years but his financial history still follows us.
5 Financial Mistakes that Can Wreck Your Marriage
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 13, 2012
Whether you’re a newlywed or have been married for many years, having a good handle on your finances needs to be a top priority for
7 Easy Tips to Spring Clean Your Finances
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 9, 2012
Spring is a great time of year not just for doing some spring-cleaning around the house, but to also spring clean your finances. This goes
Women’s History Month: 6 Ways to Know if You’re a Financially Savvy Woman
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 7, 2012
March is Women’s History Month and this year’s theme is “Women’s Education” and “Women’s Empowerment.” Being financially savvy can be empowering in itself and help
Video: Talking Money With Anderson Cooper
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 5, 2012
If you want to learn how to easily save or make money – without changing your lifestyle or taking any extreme actions – you’ve got
List of U.S. Postal Service Closings, 35,000 Postal Workers to Lose Jobs
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
February 23, 2012
There was a time when having a government job – especially a position at the Post Office – meant you could rely on a lifetime
Use These 5 Tips for Financial Intimacy In Your Relationship
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 25, 2012
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and as much as the holiday is about romance, finances also play a big role in what happens
What to Do if Your Spouse Stole Money From You
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 19, 2012
You may not be divorced or even separated when you find out that your spouse stole money from you. When your husband or wife steals
Feeding Your Children When Money is Tight
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 17, 2012
Rising food costs and higher costs of living in general make it very difficult for some families to feed their children adequately. A recent report
What to Do If You Can’t Afford to Leave Your Spouse
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 10, 2012
When you and your spouse both know that your marriage just isn’t going to work and you want a divorce, you might end up staying
What to Do If You Need Child Support
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 6, 2012
If you have recently ended a marriage or a relationship and had children at some point during the relationship, you may be eligible to receive
Jumpstart Your Finances in 30 Days
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 4, 2012
30 days. That’s roughly the amount of time the average American sticks to his or her New Year’s resolution. If we’re honest about our financial
5 Financial Mistakes Everyone Should Have Learned
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 2, 2012
Keeping your finances in order and your budget on track isn’t always easy, and 2011 may not have been your best year financially. Whether you
What to Do If You Can’t Afford a Car Repair Bill
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
December 28, 2011
Dealing with car repairs can be frustrating and stressful and you might find that you can’t even afford to pay the full cost of that