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Six Types Of People Who Have Trouble With Money

May 15, 2017

Whatever your personality, there are ways to ensure you are not holding yourself back. For six personality quirks that can keep you from financial success, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

7 Things You May Think Are Terrible For Your Finances, But Actually Aren’t

April 10, 2017

There are smart money moves that won't kill your financial stability. For a break down on some common personal finance myths we can all stop believing, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

Fed Rate Hike: 7 Questions (And Answers)

December 19, 2016

Now that the Fed has made its pronouncement and the interest rate winds have changed direction, the next step for consumers depends on which side of the saving-borrowing divide they stand. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

How Borrowing More Raises Your Credit Score

August 22, 2016

While the precise credit scoring formula is a trade secret, FICO says that 65% of the score comes from how much you owe and your payment history. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

50 Weird Ways People Go Broke

August 15, 2016

Financial security is determined by financial decisions, meaning everyone is susceptible to financial ruin. That's why there are many strange ways to go broke. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

The 10 Biggest Lies We Tell Ourselves About Money

March 21, 2016

Recognizing the most common money lies is one key to moving toward a more honest — and profitable — future. For some of the biggest lies we tell ourselves, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

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Biden Tax Increases Won’t Hit Middle Class, Treasury Secretary Yellen SaysMay 6, 2024 - 6:12 pm
Republicans just pressed the Treasury Secretary on President Biden’s tax proposals and the fate of the Trump tax cuts that will expire in 2025. Lawmakers are girding for a legislative battle over which ones — if any — will be extended next year.
New FAFSA Rules Opened Up A ‘Grandparent Loophole’ That Boosts 529 PlansApril 29, 2024 - 9:35 pm
Beginning with the new 2024-25 FAFSA launched late last year, a student’s total income is only based on data from federal income tax returns. That means any cash support, no matter the source, won’t negatively affect financial aid eligibility. And though it’s called the “grandparent loophole,” any nonparent, including friends and relatives, can use it.
When To Worry If Your Tax Refund Is DelayedApril 22, 2024 - 6:55 pm
The IRS used some of its $80 billion in funding from the Inflation Reduction Act to hire thousands of new employees and improve its automated systems, which reduced the backlog significantly. But some returns can still take a while to process. If you’re still waiting for your tax refund, there is some information you need to know.
Can’t Pay Or File Your Taxes By April 15? Here’s What Happens If You Missed Monday’s DeadlineApril 15, 2024 - 9:35 pm
Failing to file on time when you still owe taxes will subject you to a failure-to-file penalty, which is based on how late your return is and the amount of your unpaid tax . You will also be hit with a failure-to-pay penalty. The good news is you still have time to rectify those situations before you’re penalized.
Four Must-Dos Before Tax Season Wraps UpApril 8, 2024 - 8:39 pm
It’s gratifying to close the books on tax season. But before you do, there are just few things you might want to take care of while you’re still on the tax zone.
Don’t Like Your 2024 Tax Refund? Here’s An Easy Way To Get A Bigger One Next YearApril 1, 2024 - 8:58 pm
It’s fairly simple to make your tax refund bigger or smaller each year: It takes just a few minutes, once you have the paperwork in hand. The IRS even bakes the process into one simple step on its tax forms.
How To Reduce Capital Gains Taxes And Save MoneyMarch 26, 2024 - 1:04 am
There are various tactics and techniques investors can employ to reduce their capital gains taxes effectively. From tax-loss harvesting to utilizing retirement accounts and charitable giving strategies, actionable methods can help save money and optimize tax outcomes.
Student Loan Forgiveness Email Scams: How To Detect It And Avoid It?March 18, 2024 - 9:07 pm
From suspicious calls to deceptive emails and text messages, student loan forgiveness scams can come in various forms. There are ways, however, you can identify and avoid these scams along with steps to take if you believe you’ve been targeted.