Tag Archives: budget
What would you do?
“Carpooling” wants to be reimbursed for gas for a 30-mile round-trip journey to pick up a friend’s disabled son from the bus stop. The request from the “dear friend” doesn’t happen very often. My two cents are this: Losing or … Continue reading
Retirement
I will turn 65 in a few months and have announced my plans to retire. I have a long list of things I want to do, and after 50 years of employment and saving, I am well situated for these … Continue reading
Finical Life
Burton Bruce wrote: “ [I’d like to add another item:] Look at your short-, mid- and long-term savings.
How do I handle an unexpected layoff financial?
Here are other things you should do: Review your savings. This may seem simple, but look at your budget to make sure you have the cash you need to pay necessities. Figure out how long you can cover your bills with … Continue reading
401(k) contributions
Should I pause my 401(k) contributions and divert the money to an emergency fund? If you don’t save for emergencies and a major financial shock occurs — and it will — you’ll probably rely on debt to bail yourself out. … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 