Articles tagged with: Dave Says
Brother Needs Help, But How?
Brother Needs Help, But How?
Dear Dave,
My brother and I recently received an inheritance after our mom died. He’s never been very good with money, so I was proud of him when he used …
How Much Do You Spend On An Engagement Ring?
A ring on her finger…
Dear Dave,
My girlfriend and I have been dating for about three years, and we’re talking about getting married. I have some money saved up and would like to …
Prepping Kids For Healthy Habits
Prepping Kids For Healthy Habits
Dear Dave,
We have two kids, ages eight and 11. When they get some money we have them take out 10 percent for tithes or giving, and 10 percent for …
Which One First?, Credit Report Questions, and Time To Buy A House?
Which One First?
Dear Dave,
I was wondering if I should save up three to six months of expenses, Baby Step Three, before I pay off my debt with the debt snowball – …
Counseling Before Marriage A Good Idea & Car Insurance And The Great FICO
Counseling Before Marriage A Good Idea?
Dear Dave,
I just got engaged, and already people are telling us that pre-marital counseling is a good idea. What is your opinion?
Bradley
Is Opting Out Wise? & Bailing At The Wrong Time
Is Opting Out Wise?
Dear Dave,
I’m a pastor, and I’d like to know your opinion on opting out of Social Security.
Art
Does Pride Keep Us In Debt?
Not Time For A Reunion
Dear Dave,
My husband says we can’t travel to Illinois for a family reunion next summer if we’re not out of debt by then. He thinks your rule is no …
The Car Rule and Do Rich People Need The Envelope System?
The Car Rule
Dear Dave,
What’s your rule of thumb about how much your car should be worth in comparison with your income?
Madea
Working Isn’t Child Abuse and Thoughts On Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Working Isn’t Child Abuse!
Dear Dave,
I’ll be starting college next fall. Is it okay to take out student loans if you have no other income to live on while you’re in school?
Keeping College Costs In Check!
Keeping College Costs In Check!
Dear Dave,
We live in Boston, and we’ve got three kids who are almost ready for college. My wife and I make about $114,000 a year combined, and …
