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Confessions of a Trust Fund Baby
Every month, money drops into my checking account. It’s a middle class salary, untaxed, and it’s contingent on nothing. More
6 Co-Workers Who Could Sabotage Your Career
Learn how to handle even the most common “difficult” colleagues—and keep them from wreaking havoc on your work life. More
Generation Cry: Why I Can (Kinda-Sorta) Defend Gen Y
Is my generation—Gen Y—insanely entitled or hopelessly misunderstood? A little bit of both, if you ask me. More
The Dreaded Question: What Are Your Salary Expectations?
Whether it’s a blank field in an application, or a question from a flesh-and-blood recruiter, what should you say? More
Are Target-Date Funds a Good Fit for Your Retirement Strategy?
A no-hassle strategy for retirement: Who wouldn’t want that? But is a one-size-fits-all plan really the best choice? More
5 Popular Plastic Surgery Trends—and How Much They Actually Cost
Not all of the newest procedures require going under the knife. Here’s what the latest nips and tucks would cost you. More
The Day I Decided to Become a Certified Financial Planner™
When my mother passed away unexpectedly, I learned just how much help we all need with our money. More
Are You an Over-Giver? When Generosity Is Bad for Your Friendships
Generosity can actually hurt your friendships: Find out if you’re an over-giver, or if you know one. More
Should You Negotiate a Severance Agreement?
Some situations call for severance pay. Here are the three times that money is open to negotiation. More
