‘Our prenup stirred up resentment’: My husband, 62, lives in my home. I pay for his credit card, car loan, vacations & groceries. Now he wants to pool our assets.

My reply: He is giving his kids coffee beans — and leaving you with the coffee grounds.

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I’m featured on MarketWatch’s podcast, “On Watch,” talking about my advice column, The Moneyist. Thanks, Jeremy C. Owens

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In reality, our only “big day” is today.

I’m a bridesmaid at three weddings. The ‘bridezillas’ chose ugly dresses — and I’m obliged to pay. Should I say no?

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Stormy Daniels on Michael Avenatti: ‘I never liked him and I never trusted him’

My latest 'Moneyist on the Road' column. Read this before hiring a lawyer:

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The Moneyist's latest column looks at the financial and emotional toll of re-entering society after incarceration:

‘My brother was released from jail and wants to buy back our parents’ foreclosed home. Should I help him?'

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Russia is holding a presidential vote in the occupied regions of Ukraine to try to legitimize its rule there. Poll workers are soliciting votes that are set to give Vladimir Putin, who has no serious challenger on the ballot, his fifth term as president. nyti.ms/3Vg1Jod

‘Is this an indecent proposal?’ I invited an out-of-towner for dinner. He said yes — but only if he could stay over and avoid spending $400 on a hotel room. trib.al/unmJdVp

My latest column:

‘He freaked out. My friend let me live in his house if I did repairs, but sued me for unpaid rent — and won $50,000. Then he died. What can I do?’

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A Palm Springs house sold off-market for $1.3 million in 2023 — a 113% rise on its 2021 sale price.

It’s now in a $625,000 short sale. How is this possible? Even local real-estate agents are puzzled.

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Fake diamonds are not a daughter-in-law’s best friend. My latest column covers money, costume jewelry, family relations and etiquette:

‘‘I was dumbfounded. My mother-in-law gave me a ‘diamond’ ring. A gemologist said it’s fake. What should I do?’’

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‘Death and money bring out the worst in people. My stepmother wants me to relinquish my rights to my late father’s estate. How do I handle this gracefully?’

Here's my reply:

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'The speech therapist took one look at my name on the form and said, Convent girl? Yeah, I see a lot of you. The nuns teach you good manners but to suppress your rage...' Mary Kate O'Flanagan, next, on losing, and finding her voice MaryKateOFlanagan RTÉ Radio 1 Culture on RTÉ RTÉ

My latest column:

'I borrowed $20,000 from my mother in 1996, but only repaid $5,000. She deducted the entire loan from my inheritance. I need that money. What now?'

Some tough words for this letter writer:

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My latest column:

‘Our American dream turned into a nightmare. I sold my home, but rising interest rates and prices locked me out of the market. What can I do?'

Here's my answer:

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‘I want to do what is right’: My father died without a will. His wife moved out of state — and left me paying the mortgage.

The Moneyist @quantanamo on how grief can lead us into making bad financial decisions:

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‘I felt humiliated. She slipped the waiter her credit card on her way to the restroom. Is it emasculating for a woman to pay for dinner on a first date?’

The Moneyist replies:

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My latest column:

‘My late 98-year-old cousin was targeted by grifters. They stole $800,000. Do I have any recourse?’

Sometimes unsavory characters arrive unannounced in a shroud of mystery. Other times, they arrive with a smile.

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I want my father to quitclaim his home so I can refinance it — and take out a $200,000 annuity for my sister and me. Is this wise?

The Moneyist: 'This is a terrible idea. It’s a terrible idea for you, for your sister and for your father.'

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‘My adult sons live rent-free in my house, while I pay for 50% of utilities in my second husband’s condo. I can’t afford to keep it up.’

My latest column: ‘You can lead by example by showing them what it means to make tough decisions and stick to them.’
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My latest column:

‘I don't want to leave my financially irresponsible daughter my house. Is that unreasonable?’

‘I’ve had cancer 4 times in the last 3 years, so I don’t know how much longer I have.’

Here's my answer:

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