Cheerleaders
For the past four and a half years I haven’t taken the greatest care of myself. Instead I have poured …
Category Archives: Family Finances
What Doesn’t Kill You Will Make You Stronger
Last fall a minor war broke out between my in-laws and me. For months I contemplated the situation. I stood …
Time for Our Annual Financial Meeting
Way back in March of 2006 I read The Family CFO and subsequently asked my husband if he’d like to …
I Cannot Imagine a Scenario Where I Won’t Owe $3000
After publishing my last post about my insurance coverage I realized we will definitely max out next year’s medical deductible. …
Not Exactly What I Had in Mind
The day after my husband and I were married I turned to him and said, “Can we do that again?” …
Resenting the Stay-At-Home Decision
As I was digging through a series of emails I came across the offer for a job I declined two …
My Advice: Unequal Financial Gifts for Grown Children
A few days ago I posted a reader’s question about unequal financial gifts for his children. I thought I’d follow …
Reader Advice: Unequal Financial Gifts for Grown Children
Over the years I’ve written a lot about unequal financial gifts for children. In response I’ve received many personal emails …
Why Do I Feel Guilty?
Last week I spent two hours out of the house, all by myself, at a spa. I left my son …
Lucky Timing: A $32,000 Loss If I Held On
The company I previously worked for often rewarded employees with stock and stock options. When I joined the company in …