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My Dad Spends Up to $30K/Month. Could I Be Liable for His Debt?
Dear Penny, A few years ago, my parents got divorced. I’m in my mid-30s with my own family. The divorce…
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Is the Coverage Worth the Cost?
Life insurance provides cash to your beneficiaries after you die. It’s meant to help replace your income. But what about…
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7 Dangers of Buy Now, Pay Later Apps
Buy now, pay later apps are an increasingly popular way to finance purchases. Companies like Affirm, AfterPay and Klarna let…
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Extra SNAP Benefits Ending — 9 Ways to Save on Food
Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP benefits, will receive less money for food starting…
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How Do I Motivate My Boyfriend Who’s Refused to Work for 4 Years?
Dear Penny, My boyfriend of eight years stopped working four years ago. At the time, he told me it was…
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Its a Good Time to Walk Dogs for Money Thanks to Pandemic Pups
Break out the leashes and the poop bags! There’s never been a better time to be a dog walker. Who…
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Do You Qualify for Any of February’s Class-Action Settlements?
Consumers who file a claim before February settlement deadlines could receive cash payments and other benefits. Settlements are available for…
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My Handyman Says I Should Tip Him $20/Job. Seriously?
Dear Penny, I had a handyman with two helpers do remodeling in my house over a period of many months.…
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Here’s How to Avoid the Mail Delivery Scam I Fell for
Don’t be like me. Don’t be dumb. I feel like a fool. After years of occasionally writing articles about scams…
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Can I Pay My Wife So She Can Get Bigger Social Security Checks?
Dear Penny, I’ve earned more than the Social Security income limit for more than 35 years. I own my own…
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