Ask Dr. Per Cap: Vet Bills
As any pet owner knows, pets ain’t cheap. Dr. Per Cap has some ideas for curbing pet costs.
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Hot Stock Tips
A reader asks how to strike it big in the stock market. Dr. Per Cap responds – slow down!
Ask Dr. Per Cap: When in Doubt, Save
Nearly six month’s into the coronavirus pandemic and folks are feeling weary. Dr. Per Cap gives a pep talk to a furloughed casino employee.
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Low Interest Rates
Dear Dr. Per Cap: My savings account barely pays interest. Looking at my monthly bank statements I haven’t earned more than 0.01% in years. What’s the point of saving money when I only earn a few pennies of interest each month? Signed, Losing Interest Dear Losing I understand your frustration with today’s low interest savings […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: With This Ring
Dear Dr. Per Cap: Last week my boyfriend proposed to me with a cheap rubber engagement ring like I see advertised on the internet. I love him but I’m worth more than what looks like a hot pink broccoli band on my finger. Am I right to tell him he needs to step up his […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Impulse Buying
Dear Dr. Per Cap: How can I control my spending? Last week I blew $300 on Amazon and now I feel horrible. That’s money I need to pay rent. Signed, Impulsive Dear Impulsive I’m really sorry to hear about your rent money. Here are some ideas and tips to better manage your spending. Many personal […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Rising Food Costs
Dear Dr. Per Cap: I’ve noticed rising prices at the grocery store from the coronavirus. How long before prices drop down to normal? Signed, Top Chef Dad Dear Top Chef Don’t hold your breath. As we all know COVID-19 has disrupted our entire way of life, and the grocery industry has experienced some of the […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Where to Buy?
Dear Dr. Per Cap: My husband and I are planning to buy a house in the next year. I want to live off the reservation but my hub insists we’ll save money if we build on the rez. What’s your take? Signed, Suzie Homebuyer Dear Suzie You ask a burning question that impacts many Native […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: Single Parent Challenges
Dear Dr. Per Cap: I’m a single parent along with most of my friends. It’s tough but we get by. Do you think single parents are at a financial disadvantage compared to two parent families? Signed, Single and Kind of Loving It Dear Single There’s interesting research by a sociology professor from Penn State University. […]
Ask Dr. Per Cap: COVID-19 Lockdown Refund
Dear Dr. Per Cap: Yesterday I received a refund check from my auto insurance company due to the coronavirus. What exactly is the refund for? Signed, Careful Cruiser Dear Careful You’re one of the lucky drivers who received a COVID-19 lockdown insurance refund. With all of the horrible news about the coronavirus, your shelter-in-place payback […]