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Same-Sex Marriage: Five things to consider about your partner’s FICO score.
'œWhen a man is in love or in debt, someone else has the advantage.' '“ Bill Balance With all of the coverage about same-sex marriage in California, there have been…
Why did you cash out your 401(k)?
I'm doing research for a post and wanted to know if you've ever cashed out your 401(k). If so, why did you do this? What did you spend the money…
Ten Money Questions for Craig Smith
Craig Smith is co-founder of Gay Celebrations, an events planning company that produces high-quality and memorable events tailored to the needs of the LGBT community. As a former studio entertainment…
Long commute causes buyer’s remorse: how gas prices are affecting life in the exurbs.
'œRemorse goes to sleep during a prosperous period and wakes up in adversity.' '“ Jean-Jacques Rousseau Awhile back, a journalist was looking for stories from our readers experiencing buyer's remorse…
In Search of Gay Money: 5 smart tips to manage money with your honey
As gays and lesbians writing about money, we've grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that's written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we've turned…
Are you shopping online to save time, money and gas?
'œTime is money.' '“ Benjamin Franklin recently reported that visits to online shopping sites are increasing. You would think people would be buying less these days. But wait '“ it…
Would you risk your life to get out of debt?
'œTrue individual freedom cannot exist without economic security and independence.' '“ Franklin Delano Roosevelt Sometimes a year makes all the difference in someone's life. Remember Nick Sloan? I posted about…
Make your money work harder: Dollar Bill Origami
'œThe safest way to double your money is to fold it over and put it in your pocket.' '“ Kin Hubbard It's likely to be a slow day at the…
Can Gay Spouses Have Spousal IRAs?
At Queercents, at least 25 - 30% of our readers (according to our last survey) are straight. Mrs. Micah happens to be one of them and she's been a wonderful…
In Search of Gay Money: Schedule a Money Date
As gays and lesbians writing about money, we've grown weary of reading all the personal finance content that's written from the perspective of straight marriages. So at Queercents, we've turned…