Last week, instead of writing a column centered around just one Social Security topic, I decided to just reach into my electronic mailbag (my email inbox) and answer whatever questions I pulled out of there. But I ran out of column space before I ran out of questions. So today, more random Social Security questions…
Inflation: How China Is Making It Worse; Stopping the CCP’s Propaganda on Twitter and Facebook
Biden weighs removing tariffs on China. Is that a good plan to fight inflation? We discuss how China actually contributes to prices rising everywhere. What is the better approach? I also speak with Aron Solomon about his thoughts on dealing with Chinese officials on social media, while American politicians are banned on Chinese social media;…
5 Ways to Make More Money by Working Smarter
By Melanie Allen From Wealthofgeeks.com For many, work-life can mean long, draining hours and little time to relax. What if there were strategies people could implement to work less and still make money? Good news. There are. Here are five ways to help you make more money by working smarter, not harder. 1. Find Passive…
The Second New Year: Another Chance to Reach Your Money Goals
As humans, we’re wired for growth. But (and it’s a big ol’ “but”) we’re also prone to laziness, apathy, impulse, stress, and guilt. And right about now is when most of us have let our January resolutions fall by the wayside—especially the financial ones. You see, on the road to accomplishing money goals, there are…
It May Be Time to Sell the Car
Dear Dave, We have a 2008 Honda Accord that needs a new timing chain. Our mechanic says the repair will cost about $2,200. The car is worth about $4,500. Is it time to get another car, or should we have it repaired? —Susan Dear Susan, That sounds a little high for a timing chain fix…
Money Is Top Stressor for Canadians Amid High Inflation, Survey Says
A new survey has found that Canadians are feeling stressed from soaring inflation, particularly from higher grocery prices. The FP Canada Financial Stress Index survey says that 38 per cent of respondents cite money as being the biggest source of stress for the fifth time in eight years, nearly twice as much as personal health,…
I’m Not Doing That
Dear Dave, My wife and I are empty-nesters, and our house is too big for just the two of us now. We talked about selling the house and moving into an apartment in a multi-use development with retail and restaurants that we go to several times a week, then in a year or so, buying…
What Do You Want to Do?
Dear Dave, My husband and I are in our mid-20s, and we are expecting our first baby this year. We are also debt-free, except for our mortgage, and we expect to have it paid off in about four years. It has always been our dream for me to stay home with our kids, and maybe…
Follow the ‘Smart Money’? If Only They Could Agree
Commentary The S&P 500 index ended May flat, despite massive volatility in the public markets throughout the month amidst increasing angst around slowing economic growth and risks of runaway inflation. The U.S. economy is on shaky ground. The specter of rising rates, weak consumer sentiment, slowing economic growth, and inflation have severely dampened risk appetite…
Sell the Cars, Keep Your Dignity
Dear Dave, My wife and I are in our late 20s, and we have two kids. Our combined income is about $110,000 a year, but we have $70,000 in loans on two cars, plus about $15,000 in credit card debt. My in-laws have offered to let us move in with them to save money and…
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