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How To Avoid Frugality That Turns Costly

September 7, 2015

There are circumstances where frugality can end up hurting you financially. For ten examples where thrifty ambitions can actually end up backfiring and costing you lots of money, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

5 Bad Financial Habits That Could Hurt You Down the Line

February 23, 2015

There are many other financial habits that are not quite so obvious, but can wreak havoc over your finances as time passes. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Senior Confidence May Be The Biggest Financial Risk In Retirement

January 26, 2015

Seniors lose ability to sort out financial decisions but hold on to the confidence they can get it right. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

9 Insanely Simple Steps To Fix Your Finances This Year

January 12, 2015

If you really want your wallet and credit to be in better shape come 2016 there are nine simple tips to implement now. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

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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This Charitable Giving Strategy ‘Almost Always’ Provides The Biggest Tax Break, Advisor SaysDecember 2, 2024 - 10:39 pm
Qualified charitable distributions, or QCDs, are direct transfers from an individual retirement account to a non-profit organization. Additionally, retirees can give more in 2024, according to the IRS. Financial experts say this is a key move to maximize a tax break.
Tax Deductions 2024: What Can I Deduct and How Do They Work?November 25, 2024 - 7:31 pm
The Internal Revenue Service offers scores of deductions to help you keep more of your earnings in your pocket. With a filing deadline of April 15, 2025, here’s what you need to know about deductions for tax year 2024.
How You Could Benefit from Tax-Loss Selling This YearNovember 18, 2024 - 7:01 pm
It’s important to note that tax-loss selling is only a worthwhile strategy if you have taxable accounts. As 2024 winds down, here are some of the most fruitful spots to look for tax-loss candidates.
Eight Groups Who Can Expect New Tax Breaks Under TrumpNovember 11, 2024 - 10:23 pm
Donald Trump’s biggest campaign promises included extending the tax law he signed in 2017, which lowered many Americans’ income taxes. But he also promised to “pursue additional tax cuts” if elected. Now that he’s headed back to the White House, you might be wondering — even if you didn’t vote for him — whether you stand to benefit from those new tax breaks.
The 401(k) And IRA Contribution Limits For 2025: Here’s How Much You Can SaveNovember 4, 2024 - 10:22 pm
The IRS sets annual caps on contributions to both workplace and individual retirement plans that fluctuate to keep up with inflation. See the 2025 contribution limits that were just announced.
2025 Tax Brackets: Here’s Why Your Paycheck Could Be Bigger Next YearOctober 28, 2024 - 7:51 pm
The IRS typically makes tax code changes each year to account for inflation. This also helps prevent “tax bracket creep,” which could push you into a higher tax bracket, despite inflation eating into your wages. Read everything you need to know about next year’s tax brackets and the standard deduction increases.
Inherited IRA Rules Are Changing In 2025 — Here’s What Beneficiaries Need To KnowOctober 21, 2024 - 9:40 pm
According to financial experts, some non-spousal beneficiaries should consider taking distributions sooner, depending on their situation, even if annual withdrawals aren’t required. This is about multi-year tax planning to maximize the benefits of an inherited IRA.
Watch Out: These Post-Hurricane Scammers Can Steal Your Money Or IdentityOctober 14, 2024 - 10:21 pm
With the recent hurricanes, thousands of households are facing property damage. What’s more, fraudsters and scam artists are capitalizing on the disasters to take advantage of vulnerable residents.