Lizzie O'Leary
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Shared housing: A look at real-life 'Golden Girls'
Sep 6, 2013
"Golden Girls" may have ended, but the housing model in the TV sitcom -- of elderly women living together -- is gaining popularity.
How psychology interferes with retirement saving
Sep 6, 2013
Most people know to save for retirement. But what do you do with your money after you retire?
Advice and tips on saving for retirement at any age
Sep 6, 2013
Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s, of 50-plus, most everyone has to save for retirement. A personal finance expert offers some advice.
Navigating your retirement future
Sep 6, 2013
When we talk about retirement, it's not just how much you save, but how you save it. But the different types of retirement accounts can be confusing to navigate.
What to do with your mortgage when you retire
Sep 6, 2013
Traditional wisdom says you should pay off your mortgage before you retire, but sometimes that's not the best choice.
Is student loan debt the next housing crisis?
Aug 30, 2013
As more and more debt piles on, many make comparisons between this bubble and the one that burst a few years back: housing. But are they really that similar?
Setting limits: Advice on paying for college
Aug 30, 2013
For many families, paying for college is a balancing act. You want to give your child the best options, but you don't know how to talk about what you can afford.
Advice on 529s and other college savings plans
Aug 30, 2013
Breaking down the pros and cons of college savings plans.
Paying for college: We don't spend as much as we think
Aug 30, 2013
The cost of college is rising faster than inflation. But when you take financial aid into account, it’s gone up only modestly faster than inflation.
What should homebuyers ask themselves before entering the market?
Aug 23, 2013
Existing home sales topped an almost four-year high in July. So what should you expect to encounter as a first-time home buyer?