Penelope Singh articles

When your son graduated with a computer science degree, he thought it would be a ticket to stable tech employment. But the tech job market has shrunk; here's what he can do to respond.

For many people in their 60s, the idea of turning a home into an Airbnb seems like a smart way to create steady income. But as appealing as this sounds, it’s not as simple as snapping a few photos and waiting for guests to roll in. If you’re considering using Airbnb or short-term rentals to fund your retirement, there are a few big questions to ask and plenty of things to know before you dive in.

You’ve worked hard, saved smart, and now you’re sitting on a solid nest egg. But as the retirement horizon comes into focus, one big, uncomfortable question keeps popping up: What about healthcare?

Retirement is supposed to be a time to relax, travel a little, and finally spend your days without alarm clocks or endless meetings. But then your spouse casually drops the bomb: “Honey, what if we buy a timeshare?” So, is this how you go broke?

The holiday season brings joy but it can also be very stressful financially. Creating a clear game plan for your spending can enable you to enjoy the holidays without overspending or accumulating new debt.

Your dad’s lack of a will could complicate your life after he passes. Without a will or trust, state law decides how his assets will be handled.

Your monthly alimony payments are fixed while inflation keeps rising. We look at how to keep up, whether you can adjust your alimony, or allternatively, find a more lasting solution.

Your mom has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and it’s affecting her judgment, but the bank can't cancel her accounts without some key legal steps. Here are the steps you can take to protect her assets.

You co-signed your brother’s car loan, but he's now a missing person and creditors are pursuing you. We look at options for managing this difficult situation.