Congratulations to the author on finding insurance he could afford.  For many of us the choice is between insurance or food, and that's assuming a company can be found that won't reject us.  I had to drop coverage after the financial crash and a few years of double digit premium increases.  I've come to think of health...more

Flying on any airline has become a test of strength and patience for consumers.  The cost with additional fees makes driving or taking the train a more desirable and less expensive option in many cases.  Throw in the Homeland Security folks and you'll spend a chunk of your vacation or business trip in the airport. T...more

I'm financially exhausted.  I planned carefully and live modestly, and now feel like a fool.  All that work and saving for what?  The banks, mortgage companies, and Wall Street stole a big chunk from me and are getting away with it. I've been a responsible person as have most people I know but it made no difference....more

Social Security benefits are the result of a contract between those who paid into the system and the government.  For years I've gotten the statement the Social Security Administration sent to everyone who worked at a covered job.  We were promised benefits and most planned their retirement according to what was promis...more

Agree with every point.   I think coupons have contributed to the obesity epidemic in this country.  Coupons are generally available only for products that are unhealthy plus people have to spend a lot of time sitting to clip them.  Take a walk to a local grocer or farmer's market and buy fresh, healthy food.

I'm concerned about your cousin carrying a loaded gun.

If the thief is supposed to claim stolen property as income, can the victim claim a deduction for having their property stolen?

I'd love to pay all bills online but I have one major problem.  My mortgage is held by one of the big five major banks.  Because I have no other accounts with them (and I don't want another account with them) I'm charged an extra $10 monthly to pay my own bill online.  Consequently, they get a paper check every month. ...more

@thisplanet The tax code does a lot of silly things but stimulating investments shouldn't be one of them.  I'm glad there are people who make money investing.  Taxes, however, are for the good of all citizens.  Taxes should be used for building infrastructure, good schools, decent roads, and all things for the good ...more