When you’re planning your retirement, you have look at all of your income streams during retirement and the living expenses you’ll be expecting. You should also be checking on the taxes you’re expected to pay, specifically taxes on your Social...
Bonuses are an excellent way to motivate employees and reward top performers. Yet, bonuses can quickly change one’s tax return and the amount of taxes initially withheld depending on the payout. Are bonuses treated as regular income or singled out...
Are you in line for a bonus at work? Lucky you! But don’t count on the entire bonus amount appearing in your paycheck. We all know that federal taxes will be taken out for part of your bonus, and your...
When we lived in Virginia, one of our favorite spots for a quick getaway was Busch Gardens. We’re not alone: 4.1 million people visited the park in 2016. In fact, U.S. amusement parks see 375 million visits each year. Like many other...
With summer in full bloom, many states are ramping up their annual fairs. These family friendly events can be a wonderful way to enjoy the local culture, try out new rides, and of course, eat a ton of food. Before...
One of my favorite things about summer is how easy it is to get your friends and family together for an outdoor evening of grilling. Next weekend we’ll be having our friends over from out of town and we’re hoping to...
As Airbnb’s popularity continues to rise, more and more people renting out their homes and learning about the tax implications that come with it. When you offer your home, or a room in your home, as a short-term rental, you may be...
Summer has officially begun and the timing couldn’t be better. Working from home with two kids under six usually means I have a full schedule and not much time to waste. It also means that if we’re looking to make...
Today is the official start of summer! Thoughts of vivid sunsets, theme parks, beach days and weekend getaways come to mind. All of these activities can take a toll on your bank account, but remember that you don’t have to...
Father’s Day is here! From life lessons to how to throw a baseball, we can learn a lot from our fathers, especially when it comes to savings. To celebrate Father’s Day, we thought it would be fun to hear what...
When you’re planning your retirement, you have look at all of your income streams during retirement and the living expenses you’ll be expecting. You should also be checking on the taxes you’re expected to pay, specifically taxes on your Social... 
