A smart couple with a healthy financial relationship is always talking about money and how they're handling it. If there's a medical emergency or a job loss, talk about it. If there's a windfall, talk about it. Your financial situation is a constantly changing thing.
Michelle SingletaryMany debt collectors offer a lump sum option so ask. And if you get it, make sure it's in writing and you keep the payoff statement FOREVER.
Michelle SingletaryIf you haven't saved, your child may have to work. But do what you can to NEVER take out student or parent loans.
Michelle Singletary