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  1. my two cents
    ‘My Elderly Parents Refuse to Make a Will’Be respectful. A lot of people — especially older ones — hate talking about things they don’t understand.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  2. my two cents
    Erika Kullberg Reads the Fine PrintFrom broke law student to 20 million followers and a bank account to match.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  3. first person
    I’m a TV Writer on Food StampsWhile writers like me struggle to make ends meet, Hollywood studios get rich off the content we create.
    By Jeanie Bergen
  4. my two cents
    ‘My Parents Would Be Horrified’What happens when you overspend on buy-now, pay-later platforms.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  5. my two cents
    How to Survive a LayoffEven if you don’t see it coming.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  6. my two cents
    ‘I Got $300,000 in a Personal Injury Settlement. What Do I Do With It?’Find a financial planner you trust, and ignore everyone else.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  7. my two cents
    What If Spending Money Felt … Good?Ramit Sethi wants you to stop feeling bad about your finances.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  8. my two cents
    ‘How Can I Afford to Pay $8,000 for Bachelorette Parties?’Remember, this period in your life is finite.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  9. my two cents
    ‘I’m 8 Months Pregnant and I Just Got Laid Off’Rally your support system. This is what it’s for.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  10. it’s over
    How Rich People Get Divorced in SecretThose with upwards of $600 an hour to spare can make like Brangelina and hire a private judge.
    By Michael Waters
  11. how i get it done
    How Designer and Artist (and New Mom) Sarah Nsikak Gets It Done“Guilt isn’t going to help me be there for my daughter more. If she’s with the right person, she is fine, and I should feel good about that.”
    By Charlotte Cowles
  12. my two cents
    Why You (Probably) Shouldn’t Get a PrenupAdvice from a prenup expert who thinks most couples should steer clear.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  13. my two cents
    ‘Do I Need to Pay My Husband Back for My Medical Bills?’You don’t owe him money. But you do need to acknowledge that you made some mistakes.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  14. my two cents
    ‘What Happens If I Just Don’t Pay My Taxes?’It’s bad, but not THAT bad.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  15. my two cents
    The Only (Sort of) Fun Thing About TaxesYes, you can write those drinks off your taxes! (Sometimes.)
    By Charlotte Cowles
  16. my two cents
    ‘I Inherited Millions From My Mother, and Everyone Knows’Most people probably aren’t thinking about your money — they just want to be there for you as you grieve.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  17. my two cents
    ‘My Boyfriend Sucks at Gifts’It’s time to bring this up with him more directly. But remember — gifts are supposed to be fun.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  18. money talks
    The Matchmaker Who Doesn’t (Always) Work With Millionaires“I want to work with all sorts of people, not just wealthy ones.”
    By Charlotte Cowles
  19. money talks
    ‘People Can Do Everything Right and Still Be Broke‘Dasha Kennedy creates safe spaces for women left behind by traditional financial advice.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  20. my two cents
    ‘Saving Money Is Ruining My Social Life’Don’t lecture your friends on their finances. If they want to change, they will.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  21. my two cents
    ‘Do I Need to Attend All of My Boyfriend’s Friends’ Weddings?’Start by examining your priorities.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  22. my two cents
    ‘Why Am I So Bad With Money?’Forget the big picture. You need to take small concrete steps.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  23. my two cents
    How to Deal With ‘Inflation Creep’The sneaky, maddening phenomenon of not being able to afford your life anymore.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  24. my two cents
    A Late Person’s Guide to Being on TimeBecause running late gets expensive.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  25. my two cents
    Is a ‘Money Diet’ As Terrible As It Sounds?Here’s how to cut back on spending without depriving yourself.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  26. my two cents
    How to Donate Money Even If You Don’t Have a Lot to GiveFive steps to effective giving.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  27. my two cents
    What to Do About That Credit-Card DebtA four-step plan for getting rid of your holiday-debt hangover.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  28. my two cents
    ‘How Do I Get Through the Holidays When I’m Already Broke?’You can still enjoy yourself! You just need a plan.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  29. my two cents
    How Can I Offer My Brother Money Without Insulting Him?Be honest and clear, and make sure he feels heard.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  30. my two cents
    How to Buy the Best Gifts With Less Money and TimeIt’s simple: Ask people what they want.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  31. my two cents
    ‘Do I Need to Buy Gifts for My Boyfriend’s Family?’Not necessarily, but it’s a good idea to rethink your gifting plans in general.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  32. money talks
    What It Takes to Run a Day-Care Center“I’m absolutely exhausted. I don’t know anyone who works in child care who isn’t.”
    By Charlotte Cowles
  33. money talks
    ‘I Regret Letting My Dad Pay for My Wedding’Talking with a bride-to-be who wishes she’d never cashed the check.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  34. my two cents
    ‘Do I Need to Pay for My New Stepkids’ Stuff?’They shouldn’t feel like an obligation. Here’s how to be supportive in a way that feels fair.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  35. my two cents
    ‘Should I Sell My House and Move Back to New York?’It’s time to step back and research your options before you make another move.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  36. my two cents
    ‘What’s the Best Way to Split Expenses With My Partner?’Now that you’ve figured out which costs to share, it’s time to find a budgeting system that works for both of you.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  37. my two cents
    ‘I’m a New Parent and Our Finances Are a Mess’You need a loose, forgiving plan that helps you feel more in control.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  38. student loans
    How to Get Your Student Debt CanceledApplications for student-debt cancellation should be available in early October. The sooner you file, the better.
    By Bindu Bansinath
  39. money talks
    3 Women on How Much It Cost to Get Married in 2022“My sense of money got so warped that it stopped being real to me.”
    By Charlotte Cowles
  40. my two cents
    ‘What If I Never Own a Home?’Homeownership isn’t all it’s cracked up to be — especially in this market.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  41. money talks
    ‘What Happened After I Quit’Five women reflect on the financial fallout of their own “Great Resignation,” a year later.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  42. my two cents
    ‘Should I Let My Estranged Dad Pay My Student Loans?’If you can, just take the money and run.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  43. my two cents
    ‘How Do I Tell My Friends About My Six-Figure Inheritance?’To start, ask yourself what you hope to accomplish by telling them.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  44. my two cents
    ‘I’m Finally Making $55K, But I’m Scared It Won’t Last’The best antidote to anxiety is to create a safety net.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  45. student loan forgiveness
    What to Know About Biden’s Student-Debt PlanThe president announced he will cancel up to $10,000 in federal loan payments for Americans making under $125,000.
    By Bindu Bansinath
  46. love and war
    I Will Never Share a Bank Account With My HusbandI’ll give up my name, but never my financial independence.
    By Christina Wyman
  47. my two cents
    ‘I’m Good at Saving, But I’m Still Miserable’Not to oversimplify matters, but what if you thought about money less?
    By Charlotte Cowles
  48. my two cents
    I Know I Should Invest My Money, But It Makes Me AnxiousActually, putting your money in the market is the less risky option in the long-term.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  49. my two cents
    My Fiancée Has a Ton of Debt. Should We Do a Prenup?First, make sure you understand what prenups can and cannot do.
    By Charlotte Cowles
  50. my two cents
    What Can We Learn From Recessions Past?Advice for handling the next downturn based on previous ones.
    By Charlotte Cowles
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