Michelle Singletary

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Michelle Singletary is a nationally syndicated columnist for The Washington Post, where she writes the award-winning column, "The Color of Money." In her spare time, Singletary is the director of “Prosperity Partners Ministry,” a program she founded at her church in which women and men, who handle their money well, volunteer to mentor others who are having financial challenges.

Stretching your retirement dollars

05/23/2013

Michelle Singletary: I'm a long way from retirement. But as time passes, I've become more aware of the challenges of leaving the workforce and trying to live off my savings.

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Calculating a ticket's true cost 05/16/2013: Michelle Singletary: For many drivers, the fear of rising auto-insurance rates keeps them from driving too fast or leaving their license at home.
Your monthly retirement payout may disappoint 05/14/2013: Michelle Singletary: Let's say you've saved $125,000 in your 401(k) for retirement. That's a lot of money, but how does that translate into a monthly payment?
Why moms are worth it 05/09/2013: Michelle Singletary: Study confirms a no-brainer: Mothers discuss money and family finances more substantively than fathers do.
The rich have issues, too 05/07/2013: Michelle Singletary: Yes, money can't buy happiness. But surely it isn't as problematic or stressful as living paycheck to paycheck. And yet we shouldn't be so envious of those who are prosperous - many of their families aren't thriving.
Keeping prom in perspective 05/02/2013: Michelle Singletary: Don't tell her I said this, but I'm happy that my daughter isn't overexcited about her senior prom.
8 steps to stretch your money 04/30/2013: Michelle Singletary: One of the keys to a better financial life and security is to become better at making decisions. But how does this happen? One step at a time.
Seem phishy? It’s likely a scam 04/24/2013: Michelle Singletary: I received a distressing note from "a friend" named Mark who needed help with his bills after his bag and passport were stolen in Manila. Many of you would spot this note for what it is, a scam.
Curing refinancing envy 04/22/2013: Michelle Singletary: As mortgage rates fall, people are rushing to refinance. But is that the right move?
Be your own savior with the IRS 04/18/2013: Michelle Singletary: What if you didn't hustle to file because you couldn't pay? Or maybe you did file, but couldn't pay all that you owed?
Retirement is rocket science 04/16/2013: Michelle Singletary: You know the saying "It's not rocket science." Well, today's retirement planning is rocket science. It's often confusing and overly complex. There's so much you need to know. Let me put you to the test.