I wrote a bad check to the IRS. Accidentally, of course, but still. Behind my name are the initials "CFP," for Certified Financial Planner™, so supposedly I'm some kind of financial expert. And yet, I …
Honey, Ain’t Money Funny? 4 Ideas For Lightening Things Up
Sometimes talk about money ain't so funny. As Valentine’s Day came and went, a couple struggled with questions about consumerism, the meaning behind gifts, and how money affected their relationship. …
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Making the Most of Monthly Money Dates
Monthly money dates sure don’t sound very romantic. However, it’s said that money and sex are the two biggest reasons for divorce. Could it be just a coincidence they are also …
Transitioning to Retirement – Retired Husband Syndrome
I first heard of retired husband syndrome at a book signing event in 2013. From across the booth, I watched a black-haired young man stare at the back of my newly-published book. He turned it over to …
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When She is Better Off Than He Is
Some couples find finances difficult to discuss when she is better off than he is. According to the website FiveThirtyEight, 40% of women now earn more than their husbands. In the July/August 2019 …
