Monthly Archives: October, 2008
How can I save money for my parents?
NoLandlines asked: I give my parents money on a monthly basis so they can save for their retirement, but they end up spending it on other things. I want to open an account for them where I can deposit the money and not let them know about it, butI want them to have access to [...]
How do you stay on your budget?
bridgetrocks86 asked: I am a college student with a bad habit of buying food on campus, using my credit card and debit card, and would like to be able to be financially independent in some way. I try to write and stick to a budget, but it ends up failing me. I am sick of [...]
Is Clipping Coupons A Waste of Time?
I used to think that clipping coupons was a giant waste of time. “Coupons encourage you to buy extra junk that you don’t need,” I thought to myself whenever I saw a batch of coupons from the newspaper. Then I had a baby, and I discovered the true value of coupons. Hint: if you [...]