Life is full of significant milestones that shape our futures and impact our finances. Two of the most transformative events that many people experience are marriage and parenthood. While these events bring joy and fulfillment, they also come with various financial considerations, including tax impacts. Understanding how marriage and having a baby affect your taxes […]
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Smart Tax Tips For Millennials: Navigating Deductions and Credits
As tax season rolls around, millennials are increasingly finding themselves navigating the complexities of the tax code. With side hustles on the rise and unique financial circumstances to consider, understanding the ins and outs of taxes is essential. Fortunately, there are several smart tax tips tailored to millennials that can help maximize deductions, leverage credits, […]
Continue Reading5 Smart Financial Moves To Make With Your Tax Refund Money This Year
Tax season is upon us, and for many individuals, that means receiving a tax refund. Instead of splurging on impulse purchases, consider making wise financial moves that can positively impact your future. Let’s take a closer look at five smart financial strategies to make with your tax refund money this year. Build Or Strengthen Your […]
Continue ReadingThe Upcoming 2023 Tax Season And What You Need To Know
It’s a new year, and many people are already anticipating the need to get their taxes in order. That could be because the official tax-filing season is scheduled to start on Monday, January 23rd. That is less than two weeks away. Another thing to think about is that Tuesday, April 18th arrives rather quickly, and […]
Continue ReadingClever Ideas For What To Do With Your 2021 Tax Refund
Will 2021 be the year you save your tax refund for an emergency, or will you spend every last penny like the majority of Americans do? The Internal Revenue Service will let you directly deposit your refund money into three different types of accounts. You can have part of the refund sent to your checking […]
Continue ReadingHow To Start Your Year-End Financial Planning Now
The end of a year brings a lot of good things with it. The holiday season is a time for warmth, sharing, and joy. However, the end of the year also brings the need to begin your year-end financial planning. With December fast approaching, it’s time for you to start thinking about taxes, new as […]
Continue ReadingHow Workplace Financial Wellness Programs Can Help
The 2018 PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Employee Financial Wellness Survey found that 54% of employees are stressed about their finances. According to a Country Financial Security Index survey, 67% of Americans worry about their financial future, credit card debt last year hit a record high, and 44% of people can’t come up with $450 to cover an […]
Continue ReadingIt’s All About Property Taxes And Reassessment
As many as 60 percent of properties across the country are over-assessed, according to the National Taxpayers Union, a nonprofit group that promotes lower taxes. Many people don’t fully understand what a reassessment is and what it could mean for your property taxes. What is a reassessment? – Let’s start with the definition of Reassessment […]
Continue ReadingHow to Build a Strong Financial House with Housing Counseling
For most Americans, buying a home is the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. But it’s not enough to know what neighborhood, style of house, or square footage you want. Consumers also need to have their financial affairs in order prior to considering homeownership. A consumer’s financial history and credit rating are two […]
Continue ReadingTax Season Fraud and Identity Theft
Founded by the Federal Trade Commission, Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week sets aside 5 days to encourage and educate taxpayers to protect their tax and personal identification information. As reports show, there was a staggering 400% increase in tax-related phishing attacks during the 2016 filing season. Therefore, it’s important that taxpayers are aware of the […]
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