Landlords will typically require a security deposit to cover the cost of any repairs if you leave an apartment in worse shape ...

Now that I'm a mom myself, I think my upbringing has definitely influenced the way I parent. My mom grew up in a family with three kids, and her siblings were considerably older than she was.

This dynamic is a recurring theme in our household. My tenacious professional wife leads most of our domestic responsibilities. And while I'm an engaged father, I can't deny the imbalance.