Dear Carrie: I always put off doing my taxes until the last minute, and then I’m never sure whether I’m doing them right. How can I make this process less […]
Author Archives: By Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, Creators Syndicate
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7 Potential Costs of Owning a Home That Should Factor Into Your Budget
Dear Readers: I get a lot of questions regarding the costs of owning a home, typically about saving for a down payment or paying off a mortgage. But homeownership involves […]
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If You Have a 401(k), Do You Need an IRA, Too?
Dear Carrie: I already have a 401(k). Does it make sense to open an individual retirement account, too? — A Reader Dear Reader: A 401(k) or another employer-sponsored retirement plan […]
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Money Management Tips for Couples Merging Households
Dear Carrie: My girlfriend and I are both financially stable, and each of us owns our own home. We have decided to move in together and are planning to live […]
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Cash or Credit, Which Is the Smarter Way to Pay?
Dear Carrie: I’m trying to rein in our family’s spending and wondering whether my husband and I rely too much on credit cards. We pay off our balance every month, […]