What I've learned from writing a personal finance column for 25 years  Color of Money columnist Michelle Singletary teaches a class in 2010 at the Maryland Correctional Institution for Women about saving money and spending habits. The column is marking 25 years. (Linda Davidson/The Washington Post) | I learned how to handle my money from my grandmother Big Mama. She was extremely frugal. I like to joke that she was so tight with money that if she held a penny, Lincoln would scream. My grandmother is the reason I became a homeowner in my early 20s. I only rented for one year before buying a two-bedroom, one-bath condominium in Baltimore. During the time I rented an apartment, every phone call with Big Mama started with this question: "You still giving your money to the White man?" Every. Single. Phone. Call. For a year. In the 25 years that I've been writing the Color of Money column, it's largely been Big Mama's wisdom about personal finance principles that I've passed along to readers. My first column was published on March 30, 1997. The headline was: My Grandmother's Saving Grace. 25 years of Color of Money I'd love to hear how the column may have impacted your life. Send your comments to colorofmoney@washpost.com Missed last week's 2021 tax Q&A? To find out the answers to the following questions and more, read the archive. 'How do I find a reputable accountant?' 'Do I have to report the sale of my primary residence?' 'How do I chase down a paper amended return?' Your Thoughts & Questions Send your comments and questions to colorofmoney@washpost.com, but due to the volume of mail, personal responses may not be possible. Please also note that comments or questions may be used in a future column, with the writer's name, unless a specific request to do otherwise is indicated. If you have a personal finance question for Michelle, you can also call 1-855-ASK-POST (1-855-275-7678). | 
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