Dear Eric: Kate and I have been friends for more than 20 years. More than 10 years ago, I would’ve almost considered us best friends. My husband considered her husband his best friend. As years went ...

Dear Eric: I’m worried I’ll lose my longtime friendship. I met S several years ago when we lived closer to each other. She probably is the closest friend I’ve ever had. Her husband, T, sometimes ...

My husband and I live in a pricey city. We work hard and make good salaries and save money, but we don’t have a windfall coming. We rent a small apartment, but we’ll never be able to buy here. Many of ...