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The Life-Stalling Burden of Student Loan Debt Here's how having substantial student loans has affected five parents.

What to Do When An Aging Parent Can't Manage Their Own Money Anymore If you need to take over the financial duties of an aging parent, these are the steps you need to take.

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Taking Care of Your Parents Is Overwhelming — And Expensive. This Could Help The costs of caring for your elderly parents can be extremely high. Long term insurance can certainly help. But there are some things to know.

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The Economic Impact of Erectile Dysfunction It starts in the bedroom, moves to the workplace, and ends with plummeting GDPs. Yes, erectile dysfunction has economic implications. Is that so hard to believe?

The Crazy Quest To Save 25% "Super savers" are those who are able to save 25-percent or more of their income. It's difficult for most, but especially parents. Here's how these super savers manage it.

My Students Loans Cost $2,000 a Month. Is There Anything I Can Do? A veterinarian with massive student loan bills is being overwhelmed by his interest rates. "Bank of Dad" has some advice to get out from under the payments.

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9 (Very) Simple Tricks to Help You Spend Less and Save More Every little bit counts.

5 Tips to Save Money on Health Insurance This Open Enrollment Season Open enrollment season is almost here, which means it's time to take a good look at your family health care plans. When you do, keep these money-saving tips in mind.

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Planning For Your Death Has Never Been Easier. Get. It. Done. No, we don't want to think about it either. But estate planning is essential for your family's well-being. And it's never been simpler.

I Role-Play Owning a Home Because It's Impossible to Afford One In the real world? The housing market is brutal for millennials. But in Skyrim? I've got options.

Are We Headed for Another Recession? Check Your Underwear As tighty whities and boxer-briefs go, so goes the economy. Sort of.

Yes, It's (Usually) a Very Bad Idea to Take a 401k Loan Is it ever a good idea to take a loan out of your retirement account to fund a big purchase? Bank of Dad has some thoughts.

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The Single Best Piece of Financial Advice For New Parents We asked 15 financial advisors and experts for their best advice for new parents. Here's what they said.

The Suburbs Are Overrated If you want a big backyard and an SUV, move to the suburbs. Otherwise, do the math. You'll end up with a city kid.

Your Financial Health Depends on Knowing One Number Understanding it — and, more importantly, doing something about it — is the lynchpin of a sound financial plan.

9 Big Financial Steps to Take After a Parent Dies The death of a parent comes with a lot of emotion — and a lot of paperwork. If you don't handle the latter, everything will be more complicated. Here are the financial steps to take.

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