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Dave Says: Having enormous debt after graduation is becoming more of a norm for grads, but how do you move past the worrying and start living? 

Dave Says: Sometimes it makes sense for adult children to live with their parents until they gain financial stability--but that's not always the case. 

Dave Says: When it comes to financial planning and budgeting, you can’t just act impulsively and call it faith. This is a concept that’s misused and misunderstood a lot.    

Dave Says: Career Starter Loans are not always a good idea, and how do you check a minor's credit score?

The definition of marriage is in hot debate, and future court rulings could have significant tax implications for same-sex couples. 

Don’t be scared of the taxman. Whatever your tax problem, there is a safe resolution. You only need to cooperate and meet the deadlines imposed set by the IRS once you finally make the call.

Don’t be scared of the taxman. Whatever your tax problem, there is a safe resolution. You only need to cooperate and meet the deadlines imposed set by the IRS once you finally make the call.

There's been plenty of news coverage on the possible expiration of the Bush tax cuts, but other deductions have expired with little to no recognition.     

Whether boomers are staying in the workforce to stay active and involved in the marketplace or looking for an income stream in their golden years, a home-based business allows you to work according to your own schedule and pace and best of all, be your own boss.

The health-care reform has a lot of hidden taxes in it, including one that could hit 'wealthy' individuals with an additional 3.8% surtax to cover the cost of Medicare coverage.  

Pros and cons of lending to family and friends.

Boomers might not have been born knowing how to text and update our Facebook status, but we are working to keep up on the latest online trends. 

Boomers might not have been born knowing how to text and update our Facebook status, but we are working to keep up on the latest online trends. 

For taxpayers who own a vacation destination property and rent it out when it's not in personal use, the tax rules can be murky.

Figuring out child-care deductions is not walk in the park, but if an expense is eligible it can bring hefty savings. 

The IRS recently launched the Fresh Start program to help consumers settle massive tax liabilities for pennies on the dollar---only if they qualify.

When boomers go to cast their vote this November two issues will weigh on their decision: the economy and their financial future.

Dave Says: Debt collectors have a multitude of tactics when it comes to getting debtors on the phone, but not everything they do is legal. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself from unscrupulous collectors.  

If you are filing for Social Security benefits based upon your partner’s income, several factors come into play on how much you are entitled to received. Here's how it works.

Dave Says: Payment for federally insured student loans is not due upon the borrower’s death--they are waived.