Today's reader question comes from Chana in Baltimore (not her real name). I love this question - and hey, who am I to complain about another opportunity to talk about Emergency Funds! We have been working on getting out of debt for the last 18 … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: The Emergency Fund
Posted on November 29, 2011 by
Today's question comes from a reader on the West Coast. She's wondering about having an Emergency Fund - and whether everyone really needs to put aside 3-6 months of expenses. I love this question and, as you will see, had a LOT to say on the … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: 6 Steps for Getting Through the Tough Times
Posted on August 25, 2011 by
I get many questions like this one from "Jenny" (she asked that I not use her real name) and I always feel a bit funny answering them. While I want to give all of you encouragement to live your best financial lives, no matter where in that financial … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: Price Matching with Out of Town Stores
Posted on August 18, 2011 by
Today's reader question comes from Becky in Chicago, who is wondering about price matching with out of town stores. What do you feel about deal/price matching against stores that aren't in the area? For example, my parents live in Detroit, and while … [Read more...]
Reader Question: Food for Playdates
Posted on July 21, 2011 by
I am totally delinquent in posting this question from my reader Amanda (please forgive me!), but I'm hoping my smart readers will have some suggestions for her. I have a question for you or your readers about play date food. I have been trying to … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: What’s a “Money Maker”?
Posted on June 22, 2011 by
Today's reader question comes from LW. She's wondering how "money-maker" deals really work. Do you have a question about budgeting, couponing, menu planning or anything else? Please send me an email - I love hearing from my readers! You mention … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: Saving on Little Purchases vs. Eliminating Big Expenses
Posted on May 24, 2011 by
Do you have a question for me about couponing, saving money, menu planning or anything else? I love to hear from my readers, so please be in touch! I've been reading your blog for a while and appreciate all the tips about couponing - I used to … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: Coupons for Kosher Food?
Posted on May 12, 2011 by
It's been a while since we've had a Reader Q&A, hasn't it? Sorry about that! I think Pesach completely threw me off my game, but I'm hoping to get back on the bandwagon. Today's question comes from Andrea and she's wondering about coupons for … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: Stockpiling Chametz & Pesach
Posted on March 15, 2011 by
We're all about Purim in our house these days, but I'm not in complete denial that Pesach is indeed coming. So, I thought this question in the comments section last week was especially apt. It was submitted by "Annonymous", but I'm guessing that … [Read more...]
