For many people, the first real look at their credit report is not a planned event. It happens when something goes wrong. That’s how it went for Josh. He had tried to increase his existing credit line ...

My 43-year-old daughter, “Patti,” a mom of two from different dads, is constantly in financial difficulties and periodically ...

Dear Dad at his limit: If you really want to help Patti, close the Bank of Daddy. Stop bailing her out. At her age (43!), ...

A father is concerned about his 43-year-old daughter’s repeated requests for financial assistance, noting her poor spending ...

DEAR DAD: If you really want to help Patti, close the Bank of Daddy. Stop bailing her out. At her age (43!), your daughter ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

When the world feels uncertain, spend the season of renewal taking charge of what you can control: your budget.

DEAR DAD: If you really want to help Patti, close the Bank of Daddy. Stop bailing her out. At her age (43!), your daughter ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

She filed for bankruptcy 20 years ago after amassing huge credit card debt, but continues to spend frivolously.

My 43-year-old daughter, "Patti," a mom of two from different dads, is constantly in financial difficulties and periodically asks family members for money. Her live-in boyfriend earns a ...