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Is it ever a good idea for a teenager to have a credit card? Some, like Dave Ramsey, say absolutely not ... while others give a qualified yes. As a parent, who do you listen to? My kids watch closely as I swipe the card through the magic slot at the register. In their short lives it's something...

It always amazes me how many people think borrowing money to buy a car can be part of a responsible, intelligent, long-term financial plan. News flash: It can't. But don't take my word for it. Watch the Dave Ramsey video below for a powerful explanation of just how stupid buying a car with...

Could you use an extra thousand bucks to store away for a rainy day? Get out of debt guru Dave Ramsey is giving away one $999 emergency fund every day from now through September 17th. Just fill out this form to register. For those of you who aren't familiar with Mr. Ramsey's teachings, his...

Demographically, I should hate Dave Ramsey.I'm a gay, Jewish liberal from New England, and he's a Bible quoting family values type from Tennessee.Still: He's one of my favorite financial gurus. He offers sensible financial advice with no shortcuts: 15-year fixed rate mortgages with large down...

This is a round-up of the most popular finance links from Tip'd, the social media site for finance, in the past week. This week's stories includes a power guide to scoring free grub, an ode to the joy of local banking, and a blast from the past (depression). Suze Orman Vs. Dave Ramsey: Should Your...

What is wrong with us as consumers when it is considered "normal" to be broke? Weren't our parents a part of a generation who saved their money, bought things only when they needed them and had the money in hand, and generally were responsible with their money?But one of my favorite personal...

For a lot of families with children, the holidays the most stressful time of the year. Endless demands for toys and video games place a heavy financial burden on parents who have trouble saying no, and a season that's supposed to be about love and family often ends up being about credit card...