What That Kitchen Remodel Will Really Cost You

Q: The bids for our kitchen renovation looked low—until we realized they le...
Q: The bids for our kitchen renovation looked low—until we realized they left out cabinets, appliances and such, which apparently we buy separately. Is there a way to ballpark those costs, so we can judge...

How Much Money Do I Really Need to Retire at 55?

Q: I'm 40 and can't imagine working till I am 65. If I want to retire in my...
Q: I'm 40 and can't imagine working till I am 65. If I want to retire in my mid-50s, how can I make sure I have enough money to live a comfortable lifestyle? A: How...

How to Impress Your Boss When You're Never Face-to-Face

Q: I work in a regional office and report to someone who works at headquart...
Q: I work in a regional office and report to someone who works at headquarters. How do I maintain a good relationship with my boss if we never see each other? A: Getting your job...

How to Know When Your Car is Really a Lemon

Q. My new car has been in the shop for a month. Will a “lemon law” be of he...
Q. My new car has been in the shop for a month. Will a “lemon law” be of help? — Mark Wisner, Morrisville, N.C. A. Assuming your car is deemed a lemon, you’re entitled to—your...

Help, My Spouse Is Afraid of Stocks. What Should I Do?

Q: I just got married, and my husband and I are both contributing to 401(k)...
Q: I just got married, and my husband and I are both contributing to 401(k)s. But he is very conservative with his investments and keeps very little in stocks. We have more than three decades...

Why You Should Tell Your Boss About the Job You Really Want

Q: I want to apply for an opening in another department at my company. Shou...
Q: I want to apply for an opening in another department at my company. Should I tell my boss? A: In most cases, yes. Telling your manager you are going for another position may be...

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