J.D. Blackwell articles

Gift cards sold at chain retailers are an increasing target of fraud.

When an elderly parent remarries late in life, their adult children often worry about what happens next.

You can recommend a friend to your manager for a possible job, but you can't influence the job interview process.

Home inspectors are usually prohibited from soliciting work on a home that they've inspected. We also look at the pros and cons of putting in a metal roof.

If you helped out your roommate when he was short on rent, it's important to get a timeline on when he's going to pay you back.

If you came into a large sum of money, you must think carefully before you commit to co-signing a loan for a family member.

If you are not permitted to live in your condominium because of fire damage, it's critical to get on the same page as the HOA and the property managers about the timeline for repairs.

The realtor insisted that you use his recommended home inspector, but he missed several problems with the house that are going to cost you money. We look at what options you still have.

Your husband’s Christmas bonus just came in, but instead of paying off debt, he wants to splurge on luxuries over the holidays. We look at ways to put the money to better use.