Photo: milkos via 123RF Whether you’re new to managing your finances or are looking for yet another passive income stream to fund retirement, the world of personal finance can be complicated. These seven podcasts share information from various perspectives to help you find your financial footing and stay ahead of the game as you make […]
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Avoid These Top 10 Common Financial Mistakes
Photo: fizkes via 123RF “Financially literate individuals use financial knowledge to make better financial decisions.” Unfortunately, most of us don’t learn financial literacy in school. John Pelletier, director of the Center for Financial Literacy at Champlain College in Vermont, estimates that only “30% of public school kids now have access to financial literacy courses.” This lack of financial […]
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Save for Your Biggest Financial Goals with These 7 Tips
Photo: milkos via 123RF Saving for big financial goals can be daunting. Having enough money to eliminate debt, buy a car, pay for college, or put a down payment on a house may seem way out of reach. The amount needed is large, and the deadline may feel way out in the future. However, these […]
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5 Top-Rated Antivirus Software Programs to Keep You Safe
Photo: Andriy Popov via 123RF As you pay bills online, stream your favorite movies, and buy everything from groceries to a new car on the internet, you may not consider how vulnerable your data is or the likelihood of a cyberattack. If you’re one in a sea of billions of internet users, why would anyone pick […]
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Basics of Estate Planning and Your Digital Assets
Photo: milkos via 123RF When it comes to looking to the future, one of the most important steps you can take is forming an estate plan. Unfortunately, because estate plans are meant for use after your death or incapacitation, it can be uncomfortable to think about estate planning or discuss it with your loved ones. […]
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Guide to Preparing Your Taxes for 2023
Photo: Andriy Popov via 123RF Taxes are due in April, and while preparing a return can be stressful, working ahead of time can eliminate much of that anxiety. Don’t let the deadline sneak up on you this year. Instead, optimize what you get back in taxes by following these five steps to file your return. Step […]
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How to Keep Your Identity Safe This Year
Photo: lightwise via 123RF Reported incidents of identity theft and fraud have seen a steady uptick, with 5.7 million cases in 2021, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The most commonly reported form of identity theft is credit card fraud, followed by government documents or benefits fraud, loan or lease fund fraud, employment or tax-related fraud, bank […]
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Here’s the Best Tax Software for 2023
Photo: Khaosai Wongnatthakan via 123RF One of the downsides of the U.S. tax system is its complexity. Every year, millions of residents struggle to determine how much they owe, whether they qualify for a refund, and how to file their myriad tax forms. Plus, because tax forms go out by the end of January and taxes […]
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Manage Your Money Better This Year with These Expert Tips
Photo: Tommaso Altamura via 123RF The new year allows you to review money management strategies and set new financial goals. Evaluating and adjusting your saving and spending habits can go a long way in helping you hit your targets. If controlling your finances seems overwhelming, don’t worry. Forming a solid plan and sticking to it is […]