If you were expecting your typical refund after filing your taxes, finding out that you actually owe money to the IRS can come as quite an unpleasant shock. Many Americans find themselves in this situation, although the reasons for owing taxes vary. Don’t Put Off Filing After you complete your 1040 form and learn that […]

Using coupons comes with a variety of benefits for both customers and businesses. However, as a customer, you need to understand that couponing requires time, effort, and attention to be able to utilize them to their full advantage. At some point, you may even ask yourself whether couponing is worth it. Here are the pros […]

Debt is guaranteed in today’s society or so many believe. This does not have to be the case though. A person can eliminate their debt and look forward to a bright financial future. Most people don’t seem to realize this basic fact and it is time for individuals to wake up. Following are five debt […]

We’ve all been told that in order to make money, we have to work hard. But, thanks to the internet and the ever-growing number of apps, full-time and part-time jobs aren’t the only ways you can put more cash in your pocket. In fact, we live in a world where the majority of people have […]

Even if you’re not that good with managing your money or have made mistakes in the past, it’s always in your best interest to keep educating yourself in this area. You’ll sleep more soundly at night knowing you’re doing all that’s in your power to put yourself in a good position financially. The following tips […]

You are a young couple who is in love and just landed the job of your dreams. It’s now time to start focusing on financial planning. You want to find someone who you can work with for many years to come. Choosing the right financial planner can take a bit of time, but it’ll be […]

Since the advent of the first minted coin, “experts” have advised that you have to spend money in order to make it. But, do you really? Is there any truth to this cliche –– or is it just that, a worn-out idea devoid of any substantive meaning? Today we’ll focus on this question and provide […]

Image via Flickr by verchmarco No taxpayer wants to have problems with the IRS. It’s a huge government agency with far-reaching powers. That said, the reality is that many tax problems are easily resolved. It’s a myth that the IRS is out to put people in jail or bankrupt them. In most cases, the agency […]

Careful money management is the bedrock of financial security. Those who spend with reckless abandon tend to end up in dire straits. The only way to effectively build a bankroll and establish a portfolio is budgeting. The simple act of budgeting is a balanced allocation of funds towards multiple categories of expense items, grudge purchases […]

Having heard the term ‘debt consolidation’ regularly via the press and media then surely it must be a sure-fire and legitimate way to get out of debt. After all, all of those television and Internet advertisements can’t be wrong, can they? However, consolidating your debts isn’t always the best answer for everyone. It’s an added […]

Families and business owners seeking bespoke financial services providers very often rely on independently owned and operated organizations capable of devoting substantial resources and attention to their unique, ever-evolving needs. There’s nothing inherently wrong with seeking out a globe-spanning financial services conglomerate, as long as you know what you’re getting yourself into. Before you do, […]