I'm a big advocate of a work-for-pay setup rather than an allowance that isn't attached to chores - it's a great way… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
A revocable living trust allows your heirs to avoid probate entirely and keeps you in complete control of your finances while you're… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
I generally encourage people to make good on debts when they have enough money to repay them. But once a delinquency has… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Give a portion of your money to others. By releasing an anxious grasp on your money, you will open yourself to receive… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
For all your long-term investments, such as retirement accounts that you won't touch for at least ten years, you need a mix… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Raise your auto and home deductibles to $1,000 or more, and your premium cost falls at least 10 percent. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Sometimes your mind lets you do things with your money that make no sense. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
There is no law saying you have to die before your assets can be passed to loved ones. In fact, gifting earlier… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
The foundation of a financial fresh start actually has nothing to do with money or specific financial dos and don'ts. The first,… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Pay off your mortgage before retirement, and that's one less bill you'll have to worry about when you're on a fixed income. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Success is not how many zeroes your bank account has. It's about making the most of the life you have. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Your credit score affects the interest rates you're offered on credit cards and loans, can be used to vet your job application,… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
You should keep a copy of your tax return indefinitely, but you need to save supporting documents for only three years. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
When it comes to tackling your financial goals, whatever they might be, there's no time like the present. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
While a reverse mortgage can indeed be a viable way to generate income, it is very important to understand that after you… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
I am a big believer that orderliness begets wealth. A pile of bills and statements - whether paid or not - is… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
If you wait to see how much money you have left at the end of the month to put toward savings, the… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
You must trust yourself more than you trust others. Pay attention to your inner voice - it will tell you if how… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Cash - in savings accounts, short-term CDs or money market deposits - is great for an emergency fund. But to fulfill a… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Understand and accept the cycles of money. The setbacks you may have today or next year will not keep you from financial… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Yes, your kids should go to school. No, you shouldn't bankroll their degree whatever the cost. You've spent your life creating a… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Estate planning is an important and everlasting gift you can give your family. And setting up a smooth inheritance isn't as hard… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
If you can't afford the upkeep of your home, it makes no sense to do a reverse mortgage. You will just end… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
I've never believed unemployment numbers because the way that they calculate unemployment makes no sense whatsoever. It's not how many people are unemployed. It's… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Your goal should be to pay off your credit card bills in full at the end of each month and set aside money toward… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Consider a 15- or 20-year fixed-rate mortgage instead of a 30-year, if you can afford the monthly payments - they may not be as… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
Believing you are worthy of love means that you believe I deserve to be treated well - with respect and dignity. I deserve to… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
If you're not staying on top of your money, you are putting your financial well-being at risk. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
When you understand that your self-worth is not determined by your net-worth, then you'll have financial freedom — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
I think Oprah's [winfrey] learned from me that it's OK to be harsh on people because in one's harshness you can see transformation happen… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
No well-planned retirement should be without long term care insurance. It is the very cornerstone of retirement security. — Suze Orman Copy Share Image
The chances of a bank going out of business are extremely slim, but it's always a good idea to spread around major sums so… — Suze Orman Copy Share Image