Budgeting

Today’s Money Matters: Things I Learned From My Mother

This morning on Today, my mother, Elaine, joined me and Tamron Hall to talk about what financial lessons she taught me growing up. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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American Express OPEN Forum: Business Expenses

In my latest American Express OPEN Forum article, I discuss five ways to trim your business expenses and boost efficiency.

Money 911: Budgeting & Saving

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about retirement plans for federal workers and if free online budgeting websites are safe to use. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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Money 911: Debt & Taxes

On Today’s Money 911 we answered viewers questions on refinancing a home, self employment tax rates and the best way to increase your credit score when paying off credit cards. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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New York Daily News: Using Common Cents

In this week’s New York Daily News column, I show you how some small tweaks to your financial habits can make a big difference over time.

Today’s Money Matters: Are You Fiscally Responsible

This morning on Today I spoke with Kathie Lee and Hoda about what states are the most fiscally responsible and how you can continue good saving habits. To learn more watch the video clip below.

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CBS The Talk

In my appearance on The Talk I gave some tips about teaching your kids about money then answered some viewer questions. Check out the two video clips below to learn more.

Money 911: Using Your Income Tax Refund

On Today’s Money 911 we discussed financial planning for living with a chronic illness and how best to allocate your income tax refund. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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American Express OPEN Forum: Bartering

In my latest American Express OPEN Forum article, I discuss what you need to know to go about structuring a barter agreement.

American Express OPEN Forum: Financial Fear

In my latest American Express OPEN Forum article, I discuss the No. 1 financial fear, and how you can overcome it.

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Not YOUR Parents' Money Book

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Pay It Down

In this updated edition, I give you up-to-date strategies to help you get out of debt within three years.