Family

5 Affordable ways to Spend Spring Break

Spring break and tax refunds are the original dream team. Whether you’re getting a breather from classes or organizing time as a family, that tax refund cushion can go a long way. Remember, you don’t have to rack up South Beach-levels of debt to have a…

Refunds delayed for some early filers this tax season

Updated for tax season 2019*
Are you among the many Americans who file your taxes early so you can get your refund sooner? If you claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Child Tax Credit (ACTC) and expect to receive a refund, you’ll have to wait u…

5 smart ways to spend your refund

The average 2019 tax refund was $2,833 — that’s a big pay day. Regardless of the amount, refunds can do big things when used wisely. Consider your family goals: Want to be able to pay cash for college? Want a house that’s all yours? Or maybe you’d like…

Vasectomies and your taxes: Are they linked?

Considering the Big Snip? There’s a Deduction for That.
While it may be a sensitive subject for some, a vasectomy is one of the most effective methods of preventing unintended pregnancy. About half a million men in America elect to undergo this simple …

Vasectomies and your taxes: Are they linked?

Considering the Big Snip? There’s a Deduction for That.
While it may be a sensitive subject for some, a vasectomy is one of the most effective methods of preventing unintended pregnancy. About half a million men in America elect to undergo this simple …

529 Savings Plans in 2019

It’s never been more important to save for college, as tuition continues to rise – and rise. One way people have saved for their children’s tuition has been through 529 savings plans.

If you have a 529 savings plan or have thought about s…

How Retirement Contributions Impact Your Tax Bill

We all know how important it is to save for retirement. If you’ve started contributing to a retirement plan, at work or on your own, the next thing you’ll want to know is how to deal with it on your tax return.
Fortunately, entering retirem…

5 Ways to Quickly Earn an Extra $100

Side hustles are a smart way to bring in extra money and protect your financial life with multiple income streams. But it can take time and even cost money to build up a consistent side hustle. For instance, you may need to buy a domain name for a webs…

A Mom’s Guide to Tackling Taxes This Year

Moms are busy. That goes without saying. Between chauffering kids to activities and likely working a full-time job, finding extra time for anything else is next to impossible.
But yet, it’s also necessary.

Many moms…