Finances Archives

True to conventional wisdom, I believe home ownership still makes sense—even economically— ...for certain people!

But the more I obsess over it, the more I realized that living with less is actually a blessing. Here’s why.

Dear Deborah, Can you help us decide how to use our tax refund? ~ Dear Deborah, What is the "rule of 72"?

Decided that you want to be debt free? Now you have to do the work it takes to get yourself to that debt free destination.

Does a lack of funds make it impossible to launch a great idea? Absolutely not!!

Today's Finances Q&A deals with privacy rights (know yours!) and promotional checks (are they really safe & smart to use?)

I need $1 million to create a ministry event in my community. Where can I get the money?

The decisions you make financially can affect the rest of the world, sometimes in ways you’d never expect.

72% of workers say their dream retirement includes nice vacations, but 40% haven't estimated their annual retirement expenses!

Everyone’s approach to what they do with money needs balance, and nothing helps that balanced approach more than responsibility.

The biggest difference between the rich and those that tend to struggle with money comes down to one thing: Impulse control.

What may come from the current debate about the charitable deduction? Only the Lord knows—literally.

Don’t be fooled, there are no financial planners that you will find that have a 100% perfect track record on picking investments.

Paying off medical debt can be a very daunting task, especially if you’re living on a very limited income with which to do it.

The Good Samaritan was willing to get involved. Are you? He ignored racism, and he had a giving fund on hand. Do you?