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Is Cosigning For A Loan Ever A Good Idea?

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An internet search of the term “cosigning a loan” quickly reveals it’s a terrible idea. And there are valid reasons for much of the negativity. Helping a family member or a friend by cosigning a loan is incredibly helpful for them, but significant problems arise for a cosigner when they don’t know or understand what […]

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Should I Buy My Parents’ House?

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If you’re thinking about buying your parents’ house, there are many things to consider before moving forward. Buying a home is a substantial financial decision. And when a big money decision involves family, it should be carefully considered. What are the Reasons You’d Buy Your Parents’ House? You might have multiple reasons for thinking about […]

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What Is Financial Abuse?

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Note: This post may contain triggers for those who have been in abusive relationships or been through sexual assault. What is Financial Abuse? It’s when the person ‘in power’ – the abuser – controls their victim’s access to money, including: controlling their spending stealing their money, credit, property, or identity denying them access to financial […]

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Should I Let My Teenager Get A Part-Time Job?

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Your teenager continually begs you for money, and here they are again. You’re starting to feel like an ATM. But this time you pause, ignore their outstretched hand and say no. It’s time to set some limits here. Frustrated, your teen asks if they can get a part-time job to earn their own money. You […]

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How Do I Encourage The Entrepreneurial Spirit In My Kids?

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We all want our kids to grow up and become successful right? As parents, it’s our job to teach them about money. How to earn it, save it, spend it, share it, and invest it. And learning by doing is often one of the best ways for something to stick. Research indicates kids who work […]

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Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement (Prenup)?

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“A prenup is for people who can’t or won’t commit.” “It’s like rooting against your own marriage.” When hearing the mention of the word prenup, most people express serious reservations about getting one. While it is true not everyone needs a prenup; there are important benefits–financial and otherwise–to signing a prenup before marriage. Once you […]

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Should We Buy A House Together When Not Married?

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Home ownership can be a decades-long legal and financial obligation. Do it right, and you will reap all kinds of benefits. Including having a home in which to live, building equity, and a stronger credit score. Do it wrong, and you could end up on the receiving end of a financial nightmare. So, how should […]

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Spending Money On A Friend’s Destination Dream Wedding

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I got married right out of college to my high school sweetheart. We were both broke after graduation and luckily our combined student loan debt was less than $10,000. We chose to have a small wedding because we wanted to get married right away. We didn’t want to take on more debt and we felt […]

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Why Do So Many People Split Up Over Money?

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Research shows the more couples argue over money, the more likely their relationship is to split over money or cause divorce in a marriage. Why? Because it’s about more than just money… When you argue about money, you’re arguing about issues going deeper than the actual dollars and cents. And these are powerfully emotional issues […]

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Why Is Having A Power of Attorney Document So Important?

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Power of attorney documents (POAs) are legal papers in which an individual (the principal) designates another person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) to act on their behalf and make decisions on certain matters (a specific financial transaction for example) or on all matters. POAs may be limiting in actions and duration, or be all-encompassing and lifelong. They are […]

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How Do I Plan For The Future Care Of My Special Needs Child?

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Your life takes a special turn when you have a special needs child. As you travel through early childhood and teenage years, your hands are held by public education and the services it offers. You attend countless meetings. And you learn how best to advocate so that your loved one receives the care and support […]

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Should We Hide Our Money Problems From The Kids?

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Honesty is the best policy. It’s one of the most important lessons virtually every family tries to instill in their children. But is honesty still the best policy when it comes to family finances and money problems? Yes. Families who are facing money problems should still be upfront with their children about money. Depending on […]

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Should I Be Paying for Grades? Helping Kids With School

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Your kids will be bringing report cards home soon, and you may be getting ready to hand out some cash. And if that isn’t the deal you have with your kids, you’ve probably thought about it at some point. Should I be paying my kids for getting good grades in school? If your parents pulled […]

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My Relationship’s Ending, What Should I Do About Housing?

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Your relationship is ending, and you’re soon facing moving out of your current home. But you’re not sure if you should lease an apartment, purchase a house, move in with friends, or go back and live with your parents or another family member. There are so many emotional and financial considerations, each with their own set […]

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Money and Relationships

Is Cosigning For A Loan Ever A Good Idea?

Should I Buy My Parents’ House?

What Is Financial Abuse?

Should I Let My Teenager Get A Part-Time Job?

How Do I Encourage The Entrepreneurial Spirit In My Kids?

Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement (Prenup)?

Should We Buy A House Together When Not Married?

Spending Money On A Friend’s Destination Dream Wedding

Why Do So Many People Split Up Over Money?

Why Is Having A Power of Attorney Document So Important?

How Do I Plan For The Future Care Of My Special Needs Child?

Should We Hide Our Money Problems From The Kids?

Should I Be Paying for Grades? Helping Kids With School

My Relationship’s Ending, What Should I Do About Housing?

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