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Dave Says: Talking finances with family members can create a long-lasting feud, but sometimes it has to be done. And sometimes, there is a time to drift away from the paying down debt and stockpile cash.     

If you think next year’s income will potentially be high enough to subject you to the surtax hidden within health-care reform, you need to start adjusting your portfolio and income sources today.

Dave Says: Coupons are definitely a ploy to entice you to buy something you may not have purchased otherwise--but that doesn't mean you shouldn't use them. 

Ready to tell your traditional teller to take a hike? Try one of these new methods of banking.

It's tempting to dump lowly bonds for a better return. First consider that other "R" word -- risk.

Free checking is a banking perk offered to consumers 50 and older. What else do they get?

Baby boomers have changed the retirement landscape and they have a sunny outlook on the strength of their finances and health when they leave the workforce.

If you are considering selling your home, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to minimize your tax risk.

After writing that hefty tuition check, many parents and students might be wondering if a college degree is really worth the massive cost. 

After writing that hefty tuition check, many parents and students might be wondering if a college degree is really worth the massive cost. 

When a family member dies, it's important for you to remember that his debt is his debt--not yours. But try telling the creditors that.

For many of us, our pets are like children, and if you want to know they will be properly cared for in the event you are incapacitated, it's in your best interest to create some legal guarantees. 

The former model and current author feels like she's never been a huge financial success.

The boomer generation has always played an active role in politics and it shows no signs of slowing involvement as November nears. 

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s recent remarks caught on camera regarding the 47% of Americans who don’t pay income tax are all over the news. But who makes up this percentage of Americans?  

Recent headlines have been focusing on how the super rich avoid paying taxes, but what about help for those on the other end of the spectrum?

Dave Says: Disagreements over money and finances are the No.1 cause of marital strife and divorce in America. Fighting over debt and the stress brought on by financial problems will take a heavy toll on any relationship, so is it a waste of time to enter into a relationship with someone saddled with debt?

Boomers need to evaluate their estate planning periodically to make sure it still reflects their current life and financial situation. 

Nothing tests the sanity of the ordinary American more than seeing gas prices steadily climb at the pump or food prices inexorably rising at the cash register. Here are some ways to keep your wallet happy.

Dave Says: Whether it's receiving an illness diagnosis or getting laid off, there are steps everyone can take to be financially prepared for life's unexpected events.