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Dave Says - November 29, 2010

November 29th, 201001:21 PM ET

By Dave Ramsey

Pulling the plug on a bad job Dear Dave, My husband and I are completely debt-free. He makes about $100,000 a year with great benefits, plus we have $80,000 in savings. The problem is he hates his job. He wants to try something else, but he’s not sure where his passion lies. When is it okay to pull the plug? Sarah Dear Sarah, In a situation lik...
Dave Says - November 22, 2010

November 22nd, 201012:48 PM ET

By Dave Ramsey

College kids don't need new cars! Dear Dave,I’m 24, and I’m finishing up college. I’ve been driving an old, used car for a while now, and I’m thinking about getting a new one. I’ve managed to save up about $30,000 from my jobs, but every time I go to a car dealer they want me to finance a new car instead of paying cash for one. What do y...
Thanksgiving in the Marketplace

November 17th, 201010:23 AM ET

By Buck Jacobs

Paul’s exhortation to us, “To give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1Thes 5:18), must have been especially challenging for the Pilgrims when they gathered to celebrate God’s providence on that first American Thanksgiving day in the autumn of 1621. Those of us who feel burdened this T...
Dave Says - November 16, 2010

November 16th, 201011:12 AM ET

By Dave Ramsey

A ring on her finger ... Dear Dave,My girlfriend and I have been dating for about three years, and we’re talking about getting married. I have some money saved up and would like to buy her a nice engagement ring. Do you have any guidelines on how much to spend on something like this?Dustin Dear Dustin,If you’re working a good, steady, full-ti...
Dave Says - November 9, 2010

November 09th, 201012:25 PM ET

By Dave Ramsey

Prepping kids for healthy habits Dear Dave,We have two kids, ages eight and 11. When they get some money we have them take out 10 percent for tithes or giving, and 10 percent for saving. It’s difficult with the younger one sometimes, because all he wants to do is spend money. And really, what’s the point if he gets ten dollars of putting away ...
Selecting Mentors with One Life in Mind

November 08th, 201003:49 PM ET

By Buck Jacobs

Seven key qualities we’ve identified as paramount when seeking a mentor are: 1. Intimacy with God 2. Commitment to a godly marriage 3. Commitment to godly parenting 4. A proven history of fruitfully ministering the truth in live to others 5. Aware of the dangers of materialism and models active res...
Dave Says - November 1, 2010

November 01st, 201012:50 PM ET

By Dave Ramsey

Buying used or new? Dear Dave,What things do you advise buying used versus buying brand new?Amy Dear Amy,This is a great question. But I’m afraid there’s not one good, across the board answer, because it all depends on where you are in your financial plan. When it comes to cars, you should always buy good, used vehicles, unless you have a mi...

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