As a high school student, I can identify with my fellow students who have challenges in their lives that can block us from being strong in our faith. But little things like simple prayers, going to Mass, being involved in a prayer group or volunteering... More
My grandma and grandpa, heroes of the faith, put six kids through Catholic school, grades K-12. They lived across the street from St. Theresa Church and School in southwest Little Rock.
My grandpa was a welder, and my grandma helped clean the church.... More
Dear Dave,
How do you handle a situation where someone needs financial help but has misspent money you’ve given them in the past? My wife and I have been trying to help a young man we recently met. He told us he was trying to get his life... More
Dear Dave,
I’m single, and I make $35,000 a year. Next year, my salary and bonuses should be around $50,000. I have a little over $30,000 in debt right now, including student loans, and I’m not sure how I’ll be able to keep up with... More
Getting adjusted to the hustle and bustle of New York City and Columbia was not easy.
I was used to the slow and calm feeling of a small town, but all that changed when school started. All of a sudden, I felt like I had to always be productive,... More
Dear Dave,
My parents are both in their 70s. They have been healthy and active all their lives, but in spite of them both having good jobs they neglected to plan and save for retirement. Is it my responsibility now to provide them with financial help... More
Dear Dave,
My husband and I just heard of your plan. We are excited to learn more about money, and we have already saved up $1,000 for our beginner emergency fund. Right now, we have a problem. My father has never taken his finances seriously, and the... More
Faith has been a concept I have struggled to grasp throughout my life.
Ever since I can remember, I had questions about my Catholic faith. When I was younger, I would ask plenty of questions to more fully understand the different lessons and... More
Dear Dave,
Is it even worth it to buy a house these days? I’ve always been told buying a house is the adult thing to do and that it’s a great investment, but I can’t find anything decent and livable in my area for less than $350,000.... More
God will open doors with the best surprises behind them if you let him lead you. I just completed my first semester of college at the University of Dallas. It was a rollercoaster. I have never been happier, but it did not come without hardship. Academic,... More