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How to Break Bad Money Habits Sep. 24, 2019
Money a little tight these days? You might assume it's due to rising costs, tightening credit and th... Read More
The Gift of a Crisis Sep. 18, 2019
It was the worst day of my life. Not one of the worst days. Not a day where not one thing seems to g... Read More
How to Break the Habit That's Eating up Your Future Sep. 12, 2019
Let's not beat around the bush. Eating out is eating up your future. It's gobbling down your present... Read More
More SSA Blunders Sep. 11, 2019
I recently came across a Facebook page dedicated to Social Security Administration retirees. I decid... Read More
Here's How You Can Help Teachers Meet the Financial Education Challenge Sep. 11, 2019
Dear Readers: What do dinosaurs and virtual reality have to do with financial education? A lot, acco... Read More
Are Your Kids' Extracurricular Activities Straining Your Budget? Sep. 04, 2019
Dear Carrie: I'm the mother of a very creative 12-year-old daughter who wants to take classes in art... Read More
Can You Spend Money on Fun Without Feeling Guilty? Aug. 28, 2019
Dear Carrie: I'm feeling a little overwhelmed by all the things I need to save for. From retirement ... Read More
How to Curb Emotional Spending in 5 Easy Steps Aug. 26, 2019
Somewhere back in my dark financial past, I discovered that emotional spending was a great antidepre... Read More
25 Ways to Save $1,000 on Monthly Expenses Aug. 22, 2019
A number of years ago, I met Kathryn and Galen. They'd won a contest sponsored by Woman's Day magazi... Read More
How Can Couples Max Out Social Security Benefits? Aug. 21, 2019
Dear Readers: Are you and your spouse nearing that magic age when you can file for Social Security b... Read More
5 Reasons You'll Quickly Regret Raiding a Retirement Account Aug. 15, 2019
I know it's hard. I know you're desperate. You're stressed and losing sleep. Things are tough. You h... Read More
Is It Time to Declutter Your Finances? Aug. 07, 2019
Dear Carrie: I am trying to simplify my finances and have way too many accounts (savings, checking, ... Read More
How to Manage Money for College Freshmen and Others Aug. 06, 2019
All around the country, newly minted high school graduates will soon be heading off to college. They... Read More
Should You Tap Your 401(k) to Fund Your Down Payment? Jul. 31, 2019
Dear Carrie: My husband and I are trying to scrape together enough money for a down payment on our f... Read More
9 Ways to Guarantee a Fabulous Family Vacation Jul. 30, 2019
When I was a kid, vacation meant four kids crammed into the back seat of a sedan, poking and elbowin... Read More
The Ugly Truth About No-Interest, No-Payments Offers Jul. 29, 2019
Have you ever wondered how retailers can possibly afford to offer the no-interest, no-payment, no-mo... Read More
How to Store Important Documents and How Long to Keep Them Jul. 25, 2019
If the paper monster has you buried under an avalanche of receipts, bank statements, ATM slips, inve... Read More
When Debt Becomes a Life Sentence: The Rise of Terminal Debt Jul. 25, 2019
Debt is quickly becoming a new form of modern slavery in this country. With people becoming increasi... Read More
6 Ways to Stop Throwing Rotten Produce in the Garbage Jul. 24, 2019
I'm having a difficult time wrapping my head around this documented fact: In 2016, it was reported t... Read More
Is Social Media Ruining Your Finances? Jul. 24, 2019
Dear Readers: If I asked you how much time you spend on social media each day, would you answer hone... Read More
