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There’s an old saying that the only one who sticks closer to you in adversity than a friend is a creditor. It may seem especially true for those who must…
June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season. Meanwhile, across much of the Western U.S., major droughts have greatly increased the danger for summer wildfires. And don’t forget last winter’s…
American culture has created names for various age groups based on when they were born. Baby Boomers. Millennials. Generations X and Y. But another demographic has emerged based on what’s…
What are the most devastating words spoken in a marriage? (Multiple choice): A) “I’m seeing someone else.” B) “I totaled the car.” C) “I just put $36,000 on our Visa…
So, things are going great in your romantic life. Your partner is awesome. Sunshine and rainbows are everywhere. Here, finally, is the one you cannot live without, who also cannot…
America loves a good comeback story, like Robert Downey Jr. overcoming all sorts of addictions to become one of Hollywood’s biggest stars or Martha Stewart emerging from jail to become…
Sara Greenwood works at a bank. Her husband travels frequently for his job. Their parents live in different states. The couple has two boys, ages 2 and 4. So how…
We all love our kids, right? Sometimes the trick is knowing the best ways to show that love. And for the kids, it’s important to recognize that your parents are…
If you and your soon to be ex-spouse have good credit, you should take the following steps. Close all joint accounts. If your name is still on the account, you…
Back-to-school shopping is expensive. Save money this new school year by reusing up your old plastic folders, dividers, and binders. Reusing what you already have will help save you big bucks…
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