Being asked to be in someone’s wedding is supposed to be a special honor — but by the time the wedding rolls around, it can feel like the bride has asked you to give her a direct line to your checking account. Though bridesmaids definitely have more cost requirements, being a groomsman can be pricey […]
Debt is a bad word in financial circles: People are constantly talking about eliminating it, tackling it, consolidating it, and avoiding it. While I can’t argue the wisdom of these aggressive (or evasive) actions toward debt, there are times when debt isn’t a bad thing. Personally, I’ve been debt-free a few times in the past, […]
You’ve been thinking of getting a new-to-you car for a while now. After all, you’ve been spending more in maintenance and repairs for your current car than what it’s worth. You start looking around, but you just can’t find a good car in your price range. Do you fork out more money than you planned, […]
When my husband and I were looking for homes seven years ago, the real estate agent told us over and over again that we were making an “investment.” Even at the time, I was skeptical of these claims. I couldn’t see how, when we’d be paying $500 more per month (over rent), plus taxes, maintenance, […]
Even though the recession has technically been over for a few years, the reality for many Americans is that it’s still hard to pay their bills, including their mortgages. While the number of home loans in distress has fallen in recent years, there are still a number of homes on the brink of foreclosure. Perhaps […]
At first I thought it was junk, since I didn’t know why else a medical center in Florida would be sending me mail. After opening the envelope and finding myself staring at a bill for $54, it suddenly came back to me. When my family was on vacation in Florida at the end of April, […]
