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Beware of the Risk With Gift Cards May. 09, 2016
Gift cards have become the go-to gift for millions of people. They might seem like the perfect prese... Read More
Money Is Not for Spending May. 02, 2016
It took me a long time to fully understand the profound truth that money is not just for spending; i... Read More
Looked Without Their Agent Apr. 17, 2016
HOUSE CALLS BY EDITH LANK FOR RELEASE: SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2016 Looked Without Their Agent Dear Ms. ... Read More
Student Loan Bubble Keeps Growing Apr. 15, 2016
Stocks and housing prices have risen rapidly since the depths of the last recession, aided in large ... Read More
10 Things You Need to Know About Life Insurance Apr. 14, 2016
A couple of weeks ago I received a message from one of my readers that sent a chill down my spine. ... Read More
We'll Always Have Parasite Apr. 05, 2016
When I got remarried, I inherited a stepdaughter. At the time, I was happy about this. Though she a... Read More
On Saving Money and Spreading Manure Mar. 28, 2016
As you may know, the mission of this column is to discover ways to save time and money every day. Yo... Read More
Relationship Hits Rocky Waters in Greece Mar. 14, 2016
Dear Annie: I have been married for 25 years to "Betty," a beautiful, intelligent, caring woman from... Read More
Nothing Down Can Mean Big Trouble Mar. 07, 2016
The signs are everywhere: "Same As Cash!", "Nothing Down, No Interest, No Payments Until Next Summer... Read More
Owning a Home -- From Mortgage to Showers Dec. 13, 2015
Dear Edith: I own a home worth $150,000 — all paid, no mortgage and in excellent shape. My onl... Read More
Year-End Tax Planning for 2016 Dec. 01, 2015
For most people, the end of December is called "the holidays." For lawyers, accountants and other fi... Read More
Maximizing Strategies: Going, Going, Gone! Nov. 04, 2015
Congress and the president finally listened to me. With the budget bill agreement they reached a wee... Read More
Taking Social Security at 62: Is It a Good Idea? Oct. 21, 2015
Dear Carrie: I'm turning 62 this fall and looking forward to starting Social Security. My good frie... Read More
How to Live the Life You Love on Your Current Income Oct. 19, 2015
I'll never forget the time I asked one of my young piano students what he wanted for Christmas. It w... Read More
Marco Rubio vs. The New York Times Jun. 20, 2015
Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla. — who, according to polls of Republican voters nationally, wins highe... Read More
Suddenly Alone -- Where Can You Turn for Help? Jun. 17, 2015
Dear Carrie: My husband died recently, and it's just me now. Who will look out for me if I have iss... Read More
Apple Pay: Making It Work for You May. 20, 2015
Dear Carrie: My 20-something son is all for using Apple Pay for his purchases. Though I'm no techno... Read More
Dear Friend Passed Away Apr. 15, 2015
Dear Mr. Berko: A dear friend of mine passed away after an extended illness, and I agreed, pursuant ... Read More
7 Potential Costs of Owning a Home That Should Factor Into Your Budget Mar. 11, 2015
Dear Readers: I get a lot of questions regarding the costs of owning a home, typically about saving ... Read More
Money Management Tips for Couples Merging Households Feb. 18, 2015
Dear Carrie: My girlfriend and I are both financially stable, and each of us owns our own home. We ... Read More
