Jane O'Shea articles

Getting married later in life often means combining two people with decades of habits, expectations, and financial experiences. Many couples assume they share the same retirement vision until they finally sit down and compare notes. That conversation can reveal completely different ideas about when to retire, how much to spend, where to live, and what retirement should actually look like.

Financial experts consistently say there is no universal formula for married couples. Some fully combine everything, others keep separate accounts, and many choose a hybrid system with both joint and individual accounts. The best approach is the one that supports your shared goals while respecting each partner's comfort level.

Setting boundaries for lending to family members is important, but what it they resort to high-interest payday loans instead?

Medical debts typically expire after a few years, but that doesn't mean collections agencies won't try to track you down.

What happens when you and your neighbor are both trying to sell your homes at the same time for the exact same price?

You've been in your current job for months but your replacement in your old job is still calling you for help and advice.

What to do if your LinkedIn account is restricted or deleted without your knowledge.

Your company issued you an office chair, but may object if you try to provide your own. We look at why, and what you can do.