Tag Archives: debt
Lending to Family or Friends?
DON’T lend money. Gift it DO create boundaries around whom you support DO offer other ways to help DON’T cosign a loan
How Much Did You Spend On Your Wedding?
“My daughter got married last year. She and her husband chose to go to a lawyer’s office and save their money to buy a house. They are now in a lovely home and don’t have any regrets. You did not … Continue reading
Allowance
Getting an allowance as a child made me a better money manager, but for all the wrong reasons,” a Virginia reader wrote. “I was the oldest child and was given an allowance of $5 a week (1962-68) to cook for my … Continue reading
Does My Debt Make Me Undateable
Q: Does my debt make me undatable? A: So, how much debt is a relationship deal-breaker? I don’t think you have to dump people just because of a heavy debt load, whether it’s education or even credit card obligations. But … Continue reading
Money-Management
Have you checked your bank statements lately? It might be a great time to take some money-management courses, to help you balance your impulsive shopping sprees. Spending money can feel marvelous, but saving those dollars can bring even greater satisfaction … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 