Karin Price Mueller

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Karin Price Mueller is an award-winning writer and money expert. She's the founder of NJMoneyHelp.com, a new website that offers smart and objective advice on everything money. She also writes the Bamboozled consumer affairs column for The Star-Ledger. Mueller has won several national and local journalism awards, including nods from the Society of Business Editors and Writers (SABEW), the New Jersey Press Association (NJPA) and the Financial Planning Association.

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Help! My Sister and I Can’t Agree on What to do With Our Late Dad’s Home
Q. My sister and I both own our dad’s home. He died last year. ... read more

October 16, 2016

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Where Should I Stash My Emergency Fund?
Q: What’s the best way to keep my emergency fund? Bank accounts... read more

October 9, 2016

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Can Grandma’s 529 Plan Hurt My Kids’ Chances for Financial Aid?
Q: My parents saved in a 529 for my son and never told me about ... read more

October 2, 2016

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My Home Was Damaged in a Storm. How Long Will It Take for My Insurance to Pay?
Q. What is the proper wait time to give the insurance to answer y... read more

September 22, 2016

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What Should I Do if My 401K Stinks?
Q. I don’t think I have good investment choices in my 401K plan... read more

September 14, 2016

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Are Your Dog’s Expenses Deductible?
Q. I show my dog at dog shows, and sometimes he wins money. If I ... read more

September 11, 2016

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