When to start the process
When should you start looking for a good real estate agent and mortgage company? Dave answers Sarah's questions.
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Saving
Travel expenses?
Can Roxanne get the job done without a credit card? Dave lays out a plan to cover her travel expenses and avoid debt.
Cash out stock for emergency fund?
Cash out a small amount of stock for an emergency fund? Dave thinks that's the right call for Nate.
Worried about mom
Keith is worried about his mom's savings and investments. Dave doesn't think there's a reason for concern. He believes she can go ahead and pay off her mortgage, too.
That's a lot!
Kristi's employer takes a mandatory 20 percent out of her paychecks for retirement. What does Dave think of this practice?
Yes, you can pay cash for college
Can you attend college without going into debt? Dave says you can, and he takes on some folks who disagree. Listen to Dave at his best.
Emergency fund in a safe?
Keep part of your emergency fund in cash at home in a safe? Dave answers Will's question, and he offers a little advice.
ID theft protection in the Baby Steps?
Should you include the cost of identity theft protection in the Baby Steps? Dave doesn't think so.
Larger emergency fund?
Don and his wife work for the same company. Because of this, should they have a larger emergency fund? Dave has the answer.
Separate emergency fund?
Is a separate emergency fund for pets a good idea?
