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Jeff Brown

Jeff Brown has nearly 20 years experience as a personal finance columnist for publications including The New York Times, The Nightly Business Report on PBS, The Philadelphia Inquirer and MSNBC.com. For the past 11 years, he has been a frequent contributor to Knowledge@Wharton, the business journal of the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. With a son soon to start college and a mother in retirement, Jeff lives the sandwich generation experience daily. He and his son and wife live in Yardley, Penn. Follow Jeff on Twitter: @JefBrownFinance.

Tips on keeping family reunions fun and on budget.

Sandwich Generation: Planning a Family Reunion

Here's how to keep spirits up and costs down at your next get-together with the relatives
February 14, 2013
Aging parents needing caregiving from their adult children.

Sandwich Generation: The 'Fair Share' Dilemma

Here’s how to make sure every family member accepts responsibility when it’s time to step up
January 30, 2013
It's inevitable that a decision needs to be made about your aging parents' home.

What to Do With Mom and Dad's House?

For Sandwich Generation families, the ultimate decision can be fraught with financial issues and emotional baggage.
January 16, 2013
Piggie bank with scroll symbolizing saving for kid's or grandkid's college fund.

Sandwich Generation: How to Save for College

A 529 plan provides tax benefits for parents and grandparents. Here’s how to find a good one.
January 2, 2013
If you’d like to give your old car to your child or grandchild, keep it simple

Sandwich Generation: Large Gifts to Family Can Be Tricky

Here’s a guide to the thorny issues concerning taxes, control and fairness when you want to assist your child, grandchildren or parents.
December 19, 2012
Mortgage interest deduction may well be trimmed or capped in upcoming tax reform

Sandwich Generation's Mortgage-Deduction Debate

As Washington considers cutting the popular write-off, some family members may have more to lose than others
December 5, 2012
An African-American intergenerational family having a Thanksgiving meal

No Money Talk at the Holiday Table, Please

Discussing financial matters at holiday family gatherings is a lousy idea. But you can look for clues.
November 21, 2012
Thrift store clothes vs tailored suits on hanging a rack

Sandwich Generation: The Money Habits We Inherit

Some financial customs that get handed down can serve you and your kids well, but others may be destructive
November 7, 2012
Model house on top of a stack of cash

Sandwich Generation: Advice on Reverse Mortgages

Before you or your parents take out one of these loans, be sure you understand the implications for your entire family
October 19, 2012
facing debt

Sandwich Generation: Should You Go Debt Free?

Eliminating high-interest obligations may not be a smart move if your parents and adult children need financial help
October 10, 2012
house for rent

Sandwich Generation: Try a Temporary Downsizing

Instead of selling your home and moving to a smaller one, rent it out and come back in a few years
September 25, 2012
financial planning chart

Sandwich Generation: Tips for 'Club Sandwichers'

Devising financial principles for the entire family is essential when you have responsibilities for your parents, kids and grandkids
September 12, 2012
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