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Read how the rich think if you want to live well and prosper
The architect of investment giant Berkshire Hathaway thinks too much diversification is nuts.
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Parents take a risk when they co-sign for student loans
Your children want to go to college, and you’ll do whatever it takes to get them the education…
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With family money squabbles, sometimes all you can do is watch
When you are watching someone make a bad financial decision — and the person is intent on plowing…
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Finanacially irresponsible sister causes family stress
I spend a lot of time coaching people about money management. Without a doubt, the saddest sessions are…
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How to manage your finances amid an unpredictable administration
President Trump’s unpredictability, policy plans and political stumbles are scaring some investors.
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Do we need a rule to ensure ethical financial advice?
Some of my Facebook followers were recently debating the merits of the Department of Labor’s “fiduciary rule,” which…
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Even if you’re dying to get your tax refund, don’t pay for an advance
I was mad about the hit television series “Mad Men.” So I hope Jon Hamm, the lead actor…
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Stop basing your financial decisions on ‘alternative facts’
A friend recently joked to me about how people sometimes resort to “alternative facts” when it comes to…
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Our children need to see — for real — how much money it takes to live
Given what’s going on in the world of politics, and the whipsaw trading in the stock market, maybe…
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You need to save tax documents for three years — or longer
The other day, I sat on the couch in my home office and read a book.
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How (and when) to clear out your financial paperwork
The other day, I sat on the couch in my home office and read a book.
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If you’re deep in credit mess, don’t be afraid to clear clutter
In communicating the message that credit matters, we have made some people scared about making certain moves that…
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Your house and your finances can both use decluttering
It is still that time of the new year when we make promises to ourselves. I think everyone…
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The past year has taught us big lessons about our finances
There’s a reason your car has a rearview mirror. You have to see what’s behind you.
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Changing the conversation on your year-end financial checklist
WASHINGTON — What financial power moves do you plan before the year ends?
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Those who buy crummy gifts are often sending a message
In this season of generosity, you want to give the perfect present, right?
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Be a grinch — and embrace the real holiday spirit
To be an evolved grinch is to understand the true meaning of Christmas. Yet every time I hear…
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Those who’ve been disinherited do have a right to grieve
Not leaving people money can hurt.