Another bill, oh no! It doesn’t feel great to file your tax return and find out you owe money. It’s like heading out the door and discovering your car won’t start! But don’t worry, you actually have several options if...
My husband and I just checked our bank accounts this week and noticed that our federal tax refund came in! Even before it came in, we sat down to talk about how we’d like to use that money as we...
Many people are making resolutions for what they want to accomplish for the upcoming year. Part of the resolution making process involves the excitement of new beginnings and the desire to tackle some big dreams…but what’s the other part? Some people...
About every six weeks, the presidents of each Federal Reserve Bank meet to discuss the economy and any policy changes. Known as the Federal Open Market Committee, these presidents will often decide whether or not to increase, decrease, or maintain...
As the air turns crisp and the leaves change color, you realize that the holidays are right around the corner. If you’re planning to celebrate this year, here are some ways to have a great time this holiday season without...
When I was younger, I had nearly a dozen credit cards. I wanted to have an optimized credit card strategy that maximized cash back rewards, and I had one that gave 3% at restaurants, gas stations, and bookstores. I had...
The article below is up to date based on the latest tax laws. It is accurate for your 2018 taxes, which you will file by the April 15, 2019 deadline. Learn more about tax reform here. The new year has just...
If you have tax debt that you’re unable to pay, there are simple steps you can take to avoid further tax consequences. It’s important to understand the IRS can take several actions to collect if you don’t pay your taxes...
Is your debt stressing you out? If so, you’re not alone. Nearly 70 percent of American households have some form of debt. Our friends at Mint have recommendations for how to get out of debt and find financial freedom.70 percent is...
About a month has passed since you and millions of other taxpayers took a sigh of relief and filed your taxes in time for the tax deadline. Congratulations on avoiding a hefty failure-to-file penalty and getting your taxes done on...
Another bill, oh no! It doesn’t feel great to file your tax return and find out you owe money. It’s like heading out the door and discovering your car won’t start! But don’t worry, you actually have several options if... 
