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  • Question: I just paid off the last of all my debts! After getting into some serious spending problems in my 20s, I've poured everything extra over…

  • Jul 31, 2008

    Bank Failures

    Question: I know that funds (up to the limit) are safe in an FDIC insured bank, but how much of a hassle is it if the bank fails? When my S&L…

  • Question: My husband and I have accumulated $75K of credit card debt. Over the past five years we have suffered a few layoffs, and I now make half…

  • Jul 29, 2008

    529 for Adults?

    Question: I'm curious to hear your opinion–is a 529 plan a good idea for adults who are planning on graduate school?…

  • In this edition of Getting Personal, Chris and Tess talk about securing investments over $100,000, consolidation loans, options for borrowing…

  • Question: Is there such a thing as receiving interest for pre-paying a credit card? In other words, I could send in (say) $500 to my credit card…

  • Question: I have read in your archives that money in 529 plans is considered a parental asset not a student asset in the college aid financial aid…

  • Jul 23, 2008

    Budget

    Question: I am looking for a good program or book to helps us with prepare and follow a budget. Thanks. Daryl. Austin, MN….

  • Jul 22, 2008

    Roth-IRAs

    Question: I'm not quite sure I understand Roth IRAs. I know there's a limit to what you can contribute each year, but is there a limit on how many…

  • Jul 22, 2008

    Credit Score?

    Question: My husband and I are planning for our next car purchase — a late model used car. We are able to pay cash for the car, but are wondering…

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