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2019, 2020 Contribution Limits For 401(k)s, IRAs, And HSAs

December 16, 2019

The 2020 IRA contribution limit is the same as the 2019 IRA contribution limit, but taxpayers will be able to contribute more to their 401(k) accounts and health savings accounts (HSAs) in 2020. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

This Is Americans’ No. 1 Financial Regret

September 30, 2019

It's hard to go through life without any regrets, but don't let yours stem from a lack of action. For the No. 1 financial regret Americans are most likely to kick themselves over, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

Are You Making One Of The Top 3 Investing Mistakes?

September 9, 2019

There are all-too-common investment mistakes that are easily avoidable. If you've gotten tripped up, like so many other investors have, here's how to fix the problem before it's too late. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Borrowing From Your 401(k) Is Easy. But Should You Really Break Open That Piggy Bank?

May 27, 2019

While taking a loan from your 401(k) isn’t ideal, it’s essential to understand the complete picture before deciding whether to break open your retirement savings piggy bank. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Six Money Steps All New Grads Should Check Off Their List

May 27, 2018

What should a graduate's financial goals be and how can they be achieved? Financial experts recommend doing six key things for a new grad to build a foundation for financial success. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Top Five Money Regrets: See Where Not Saving Enough And Too Much Student Debt Rank

May 29, 2017

In a recent survey, Americans looked in the rear-view mirror and reported their biggest regrets about money. FOR THE TOP FIVE, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

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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.
Answers To 15 Common Tax QuestionsMarch 11, 2024 - 9:11 pm
This is the time of the year people are searching for free tax help they can trust, trying to squeeze out more valuable deductions, hoping to avoid penalties or audits, eagerly awaiting their refunds or wanting to make sure they aren’t victims of tax scams. Read on for answers to the most common tax questions.
2024 Tax Refund Schedule: When Will You Get Your Payments This Tax Season?March 4, 2024 - 8:48 pm
The IRS has been processing tax returns more quickly this year. It’s important to note, however, that the IRS Tax Refund Schedule 2024 lists additional conditions that may affect the timing of tax refunds, including how quickly you submit and whether you are seeking certain credits.