Financial Etiquette: How to Handle Questions About Your Income [BONUS CONTENT]
February 7th, 2013 at 12:53 pm by Ally
Over the last few weeks, Ally Bank and Randy Cohen have brought you tips for handling all sorts of potentially awkward situations regarding money — from how to handle a loan request from a friend or relative, to the rules of re-gifting. “Knowing how to confidently handle an awkward money question before it actually occurs is invaluable,” said… read more
Financial Etiquette: Giving the Gift of Cash [VIDEO]
Posted in Community,Financial EtiquetteJanuary 24th, 2013 at 10:00 am by Ally
When it comes to weddings, birthdays, baby showers or the holidays, cash can be a great gift. But what are the rules for giving money? And are there ever times when it’s just not a good idea? In our latest installment of “Financial Etiquette with Randy Cohen,” the author, humorist and original The New York Times “Ethicist” offers advice… read more
Financial Etiquette: What to Do if a Friend or Relative Asks For Money [VIDEO]
Posted in Community,Financial EtiquetteJanuary 17th, 2013 at 10:03 am by Ally
It was William Shakespeare who wrote, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft lose both itself and friend.” While few people would argue with the wisdom of The Bard, turning down a relative in need or an enticing business venture from a friend can be difficult. So what do you do? In this… read more
Financial Etiquette: What to Say When Someone Asks How Much Something Cost [VIDEO]
Posted in Financial EtiquetteJanuary 10th, 2013 at 10:44 am by Ally
It’s been said that money is one of the last conversational taboos – but that doesn’t mean your brother-in-law won’t ask you the sticker price of your new car. In our latest episode of “Financial Etiquette with Randy Cohen,” the author, humorist and original The New York Times “Ethicist” gives his advice on how to… read more
Financial Etiquette: What Are the Rules for Letting Friends Use Your Property? [VIDEO]
Posted in Financial EtiquetteJanuary 3rd, 2013 at 12:15 pm by Ally
There’s nothing more rewarding than saving up and making a major purchase like a boat, summer home or sports car. But what happens when family or friends ask to use them? What’s the best way to respond? In this week’s edition of “Financial Etiquette with Randy Cohen,” the author, humorist and original The New York Times “Ethicist” tells… read more

