Editor’s note: Barry Courter has a 25-year-old son who is a college graduate and a 21-year-old daughter who is a junior in college.
Q: Dad, how do you save money?
A: First, I don’t. I’m terrible with money. But all the experts I’ve ever heard or read say to pay yourself first, meaning put something away somewhere – and don’t touch it. Also, make a budget and buy things when you can pay cash. That’s what I’ve heard anyway. Never having children would likely help, too. (I kid.)