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Personal Finance By The Book

Has the American Dream Become a Nightmare?

May 13, 2011 by Joe Plemon 24 Comments

A reader recently shared these thoughts with me, “My husband and I are from the ‘great depression era’, which always meant if at all possible, don’t go in debt.  For the past 10 to 15 years we have watched people as they lived ‘the American Dream’. To us it was watching them as they lived […]

Filed Under: Life Planning, Self Improvement

My Answer to Reader: Do the Math and Leave Your 401(k) Alone

May 9, 2011 by Joe Plemon 15 Comments

A reader recently wrote the following comment on my post 4 Reasons You Should Not Use Your 401k to Pay Off Your Credit Card so I have pasted both the comment and my answer, hoping that you readers will help scrutinize my logic and point out any flaws you may notice.  Obviously, I made some […]

Filed Under: Investing, Life Planning, Retirement

Spring Cleaning Your Finances

April 18, 2011 by Tim 15 Comments

I don’t know about you, but my cleaning alter ego kicks in every once in a while. There just comes a point where I can’t stand the mess of papers on my desk, drawers, laptop bag, bookshelf, nightstand, you name it. Usually I’ll get on a roll and knock out a room or two in […]

Filed Under: Life Planning

How To Handle Identity Theft When It’s Family

April 11, 2011 by Tim 5 Comments

The following story about identity theft among family members is true, but the names have been changed to keep both parties anonymous. Jack was a good friend of mine and always took care of his finances well.  The last thing on his mind was the possibility of having his identity stolen.  In fact, he wouldn’t […]

Filed Under: Life Planning

Reader Asks About Selling Home to Pay Off Debt

February 21, 2011 by Joe Plemon 8 Comments

Readers sometimes ask for my advice, as in today’s post.  Although the advice I give might be worth what they paid for it, I strive to do my best.   Following is a copy of an actual email (without names), along with my response.  I would love to hear your thoughts on whether this family should […]

Filed Under: Dollars and Sense, Life Planning, Retirement

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