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Briefing Book! John McCain Is Angry at Barack Obama
- John McCain and Americans are angry! So much for change Mr. President! — Town Hall
$634 Billion Fund For Health Care — Right Prescription?
In the $3 trillion budget unveiled today, President Obama includes a $634 billion, 10-year healthcare reserve fund. The fund is considered a down payment for expanding health care. Half of the money will come from raising taxes on those earning over $250,000 a year and the other half on Medicare changes.
Details of Obama's Budget: A Tax and Don't Spend Democrat?
Putting yourself on a budget isn't the most exciting thing to do, but when it comes to President Obama's first federal budget the details inspire hot debate. The final outline is yet to come, but Obama plans on cutting the federal deficit in half by the end of his term. The money will come from higher taxes on businesses and wealthy Americans, and much of it won't be spent in Iraq and Afghanistan, as the president plans to slash spending on the wars.
Relationship Protocol: Do His Spending Habits Affect Yours?
Even if you’re not married, a relationship requires certain financial negotiations: Who pays for what? And when? Often the lines are easily drawn, but sometimes things can get complicated, especially if your boyfriend likes to spend more money than you.
You Asked: I Can't Stand My Family
Dear Sugar,
I'm a 23-year-old, recent college graduate living with my mom and her new husband. My mother and I have had issues with our relationship for years. I've always been her scapegoat whenever she needs to vent, which is almost every day.
The How-To Lounge: Saving Money When Your Friends Aren't
There’s nothing quite like a night out on the town with friends to burn a hole in your pocketbook. In fact, hanging out with people — even a significant other — who aren’t trying to save money can put a serious damper on any budget you might have in place. But there are some great ways to maintain your savings plan while also enjoying the finer things!
The How-To Lounge: Celebrating Christmas on a Budget
In this special How-To Lounge, I am going to give Saving Up Sandie some tips on how to have a wonderful Christmas on a budget. I am sure many of you have questions similar to hers so check out my advice below.
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The How-To Lounge: Budgeting your Honeymoon
Just like your wedding, it is imperative to make a budget when planning for your honeymoon. According to TheKnot.com, today's average honeymoon costs anywhere between $2,000 and $5,000 but can be as high as $10,000 depending on how extravagant you choose to travel and the length of your honeymoon. I am here to offer some helpful tips on how to get the best bang for your buck.
The How-To Lounge: Budgeting your Wedding
Now that your save the dates have been sent and your time line is in place, it is time to budget for the big day. Weddings can be extraordinarily expensive and like everything else, the cost of an average wedding keeps climbing. With that said, outlining a budget is imperative before breaking the bank.
Stress-Relief Kit: Budgeting for Peace of Mind
This DearSugar feature is all about ways to understand, limit or manage stress. It's also meant to help you be prepared for stressful situations (thus the kit) and to know how best to care for yourself during the worst of it. And we can't talk about stress without talking about cash.
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