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Test Your Financial Knowledge With A Simple 3-Question Quiz That Stumped Most American College Graduates

February 1, 2016

If you’ve been taught about personal finance, the answers to the quiz will probably come easy to you. But the majority of surveyed Americans (55.7%) with college degrees didn’t get them all right. To take this quiz stumper, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

3 Money Moves To Make (And 1 To Avoid) Before Lending Rates Begin To Rise

August 17, 2015

There are a lot of smart moves American consumers and investors can make before lending rates start rising but there's one that is cautioned against. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Is A 401k Loan Ever A Good Idea?

July 20, 2015

If you need to borrow money to improve a long-term financial situation, and the cost is better than any alternative loan options, a 401k loan may be a option to consider. But before you decide, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR A FEW THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Should You Buy, Finance, Or Lease Your New Car?

July 13, 2015

Should you buy a new car, or lease? And if you need financing, where should you seek a loan? For tips and tricks from car dealers, loan officers and auto experts to help you decide, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

5 Debts You Should Pay Off Now — Or Later

December 29, 2014

Most people get through life by borrowing money, but there's good debt and there's bad debt. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR GUIDELINES TO HELP YOU PRIORITIZE YOUR DEBTS

50 Ways To Improve Your Finances In 2015

December 15, 2014

Take some time to consider these 50 action steps to help you improve your finances over the next 12 months. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

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Congress Considers Major 401(k) Changes For 2026: What High Earners Should KnowDecember 1, 2025 - 9:25 pm
Recent reports indicate that Congress is reviewing proposals that may adjust contribution limits, tax benefits, and eligibility rules beginning in 2026. The uncertainty is prompting many investors to revisit their retirement strategies sooner rather than later.
How New Tax Laws Might Help You Keep More Money In Your Paycheck This YearNovember 24, 2025 - 8:52 pm
The “One Big, Beautiful Bill” introduced several new tax breaks and expanded others, which will likely lower 2025 tax bills or increase refunds for many taxpayers. Because of this, some people may want to adjust the amount they have withheld from their final paychecks of the year.
IRS Increases Contribution Limits for 7 Retirement Accounts — Including the First IRA Catch-Up Hike In Years. Here’s How Much More You Can Save In 2026November 17, 2025 - 10:46 pm
The IRS has announced inflation-based increases for seven types of retirement accounts. Income limits for IRAs and the cap for qualified charitable distributions are also rising. These changes will apply to tax returns filed by April 2026.
How The ‘One Big Beautiful Act’ Changes The Business Interest Expense LimitationNovember 10, 2025 - 8:49 pm
Given the significant role of debt financing in real estate ventures, understanding and planning around these updates is essential to maximize tax efficiency.
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Six Ways Your Income Taxes Change In Retirement — For Better and WorseOctober 20, 2025 - 11:31 pm
When you retire, your federal income tax situation will almost certainly look different from what it did during your working years. Understanding how your tax situation evolves in retirement may help you keep more money in your pocket.
IRS Cracks Down On Travel And Meal Deductions: What Expenses Won’t Fly In 2025October 13, 2025 - 8:25 pm
Inflated or unsupported business travel and meal write-offs could trigger audits or penalties. Experts say this move reflects the IRS’s broader effort to curb abuse of business expense claims.
New Tax Rules: Income The IRS Won’t Touch In 2025October 6, 2025 - 8:31 pm
While the OBBB tax and spending law will offer potential breaks for many, it also introduces confusion about what’s truly non-taxable. Here’s a breakdown of income the IRS won’t tax and how the new law might impact your next return.