Rather than make a special trip to a coin dealer or pawn shop to sell their unwanted gold, a growing number of women are taking it to their girlfriends' homes where they can socialize with friends and leave with cash. (Today)

Q: I am 79 years old and have been married three times. (Yesterday)

According to a poll conducted by ShopSmart, a shopping magazine published by Consumer Reports, 38 percent of couples spend more money when shopping together, and the majority make joint purchasing decisions. (11/30/2008)

Question: I think I'm starting to have some debt problems. Because of cash flow problems, I've become overextended on my credit cards and am worried that I'm going to have trouble making payments in the future. What can I do to prevent myself from getting in too much over my head? (11/28/2008)

Even with a new president, the economic recession could drag on through next year. But the good news is that recessions often spark financial opportunities. (11/28/2008)