I'm keenly aware of how important it is to set a good example. You may not think that your kids are paying attention to you, especially with something like money, but they probably are.

You are NOT a financial failure if you rent. You are getting something for your money. A roof over your head.

[My grandmother] managed her money better than some financial professionals I know. I give credit always to her because she is the reason I have my column and national recognition.

Save what you can toward the emergency and life happens fund. But don't worry yourself sick at the slow growth. The point is it's growing even it's just one dollar at at time.

Sometimes your gut is right. And sometimes not.

I love teaching people how to handle their money and I've built a brand on that skill.

Having kids doesn't mean they would have taken care o you.