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Address the Damage Before It Gets Worse Dec. 23, 2018

Classic Annie's Mailbox

Dear Annie: For the past several years, my husband has taken out a new credit card each January and ... Read More

Sad but True Nov. 26, 2018

'Tween 12 & 20

DR. WALLACE: I don't smoke, but I was surprised when my boyfriend's sister lit up a cigarette when I... Read More

A Mouse in the House, Sheets on the Beds and Early on the Credit Card Payment Nov. 22, 2018

Everyday Cheapskate

Dear Mary: It is that time of year when mice invade our homes. I'm a pretty good housekeeper, and we... Read More

Crash Course for College Freshmen Oct. 03, 2018

Everyday Cheapskate

All across this great country, college campuses have welcomed a new class of freshman. These young p... Read More

Should Congress Cut Up Uncle Sam's Credit Card? Jan. 11, 2018

Veronique de Rugy

Imagine that each month, you spend $2,000 more than you earn and charge the difference to your credi... Read More

How Easy It Is to Become Blinded by Easy Credit Nov. 02, 2017

Everyday Cheapskate

It makes me laugh now, but years ago, when I watched a particular episode of the television show "Li... Read More

Which Credit Cards Are Right for You? Jun. 07, 2017

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie, I'm inundated with credit card offers and they all seem to be trying to outdo each oth... Read More

Invest in Your Debt -- It's a Sure Thing With a Solid Return May. 04, 2017

Everyday Cheapskate

Should I save or pay off debt? That has to be at the top of the most common questions I have receive... Read More

Credit Cards and Credit Scores: It's Complicated Feb. 13, 2017

Everyday Cheapskate

Opening a credit card account these days is ridiculously simple. And quick. But that's not so with c... Read More

4 Ways to Neutralize the Glamour of Easy Credit With Kids Feb. 06, 2017

Everyday Cheapskate

There is no reasonable way to shield your children from the glitz and glamour of credit. It's everyw... Read More

The True Cost of Plastic Jan. 11, 2017

Betsy McCaughey

The owner of a small town beauty salon outside Binghamton, New York, argued at the U.S. Supreme Cour... Read More

My New Job Nov. 24, 2016

Work Daze

It's inappropriate, I know, to use this public space for personal correspondence, but I simply must ... Read More

Beware Tricks Just Waiting to Be Played on You Nov. 14, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

We know to protect our personal identification and lock our doors at night, and we're learning from ... Read More

That's My Information Nov. 12, 2016

Dear AnnieĀ®

Dear Annie: I have an etiquette issue that I am hopeful you can resolve. A store where I shop has an... Read More

Think Sacrifice, Not Deprivation Oct. 12, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

I have what could be characterized as a dark financial past. I didn't set out to ruin my life. In fa... Read More

Rabbit-Bait Buffet Jul. 05, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

DEAR MARY: I love your column! During spring I put out beautiful, young plants hoping they would blo... Read More

Need to Adjust Your Financial Attitude? Start Here -- Now! May. 27, 2015

Ask Carrie

Dear Carrie: I'm 28 and trying to be smart about my money. My problem is that as soon as I pay down... Read More

Flo & Friends

Jun. 03, 2014

The Meaning of Lila

May. 30, 2014

Financial Illiteracy: America's True Crisis May. 09, 2014

Roland S. Martin

The hugs, kisses and tears were flowing in the NFL's green room Thursday at the league's annual draf... Read More