Reader Question: How To Deal With Your Partner’s Family’s Financial Situation

This week I received a question from a reader about how to deal with her boyfriend’s family financial situation. Here is her question: My boyfriend has an older brother that lost his job and was losing his home (their childhood home).  At the time he was living with his brother – paying him rent and helping with … … Continue reading

Reader Question: How Much Money Do I Need To Buy My First Home?

This week I received a question from a reader asking how much to save up before buying a house. Here is Alicia’s question: How much money do my husband and I have to save up before buying our first home? Thank you for asking such an important question Alicia. This is a question many people should ask … … Continue reading

Reader Question: How Single People Can Limit Waste and Save Money at the Supermarket

This week I received a question from a reader asking how to shop for food for one. Here is Emily’s question: I would like to know if you have any advice or tips for being frugal with food when living alone. Most foods you buy in the grocery store are sized for 2-4 people. I don’t … … Continue reading

Reader Question: How to Stay Positive When Times are Tough

This week I received a question from a reader asking how to stay positive in a bad situation. Here is what is going on: I’m in a very difficult situation and would like to have your suggestions to be able to think positive.  My father suffers from a serious cancer, and I have developed a major … … Continue reading