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I’ve never met someone who doesn’t want more financial security and peace of mind. The secret to making that happen is simple: invest for the future.No matter how much or little you earn, if you...
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Taxes are probably not your favorite topic. But it’s important to understand the basics because taxes take a big bite out of our income.One tax document that you may receive at the beginning of the...
View Article7 Simple Principles to Invest Money Wisely No Matter Your Age
Many people mistakenly believe that investing money and building wealth is a complicated game that’s completely out of their reach. While you can make investing complex, I don’t recommend it because...
View ArticleHow to Fill Out a W-4—Plus, 7 Reasons to Adjust Your Tax Withholding
As soon as you start a new job, someone from the human resources or payroll department asks you to complete on-boarding forms. One of them is the often-dreaded Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding...
View Article8 Ways to Legally Pay Less Tax and Save Money
There are many ways to legally shelter your income from tax so you save money. But you may overlook strategies because you’re not aware that they exist or you don’t understand the often-complex rules....
View ArticleFinancial Considerations When Getting a Divorce
In a recent episode, I shared that I would be doing a 4-part series on divorce. I’ve been divorced for 5 years now and wanted to share what has worked for me, my ex-husband, and our 8 kids during this...
View ArticleCan You Contribute to a 401k and an IRA in the Same Year?
Taking advantage of more than one retirement account in the same year allows you to cut taxes and save more money for the future. But in some cases, having an extra retirement account changes the rules...
View ArticleHow to Make Kids Rich by Investing in an IRA
A little-known benefit of an IRA (Individual Retirement Arrangement) is that kids can have them too—if parents follow some simple rules. Setting Junior up with an IRA is a smart way to provide a head...
View Article4 Penalty-Free Ways to Use a Roth IRA Before Retirement
I’ve written about the Roth IRA many times before, with good reason. Hands down, it’s one of the best places to invest for the long-term because it’s one of the only accounts that gives you tax-free...
View ArticleInvesting FAQs: How to Get Higher Returns, Retire Early, Do Rollovers, and...
Investing for the future is one of the most powerful ways to create security, feel in control of your money, and reduce financial stress. But it can be difficult to get started when you don’t feel...
View ArticleWhat Is a Trust and Who Needs One? Expert Attorney Gives Advice
Many people have heard of trusts but don’t really know what they are or who needs one. In a nutshell, a trust is a fiduciary relationship where the creator or trustor gives another party, the trustee,...
View Article7 Savings Tips Restaurants Don’t Want You to Know
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View ArticleThe 8 Cheapest Ways to Pay Off Your Student Loans
If you’re like many who graduated college in the past decade or so, you’re suffocating under a mountain of student loan debt. The average is at an all-time high: $37,000.Approximately 43 million...
View ArticleInvesting Q&A: Smart Tips to Make More Money
I’ve never met someone who doesn’t want more financial security and peace of mind. The secret to making that happen is simple: invest for the future.No matter how much or little you earn, if you...
View ArticleHealthcare Q&A: Reform, Rules, and the Role of HSAs
The future of healthcare is a red-hot topic right now. President Trump and Republicans in Congress have plans to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, which took effect...
View ArticleWhat Is a 1099 Form? 8 Things to Know About Taxable Income (in Plain English)
Taxes are probably not your favorite topic. But it’s important to understand the basics because taxes take a big bite out of our income.One tax document that you may receive at the beginning of the...
View Article7 Simple Principles to Invest Money Wisely No Matter Your Age
Many people mistakenly believe that investing money and building wealth is a complicated game that’s completely out of their reach. While you can make investing complex, I don’t recommend it because...
View ArticleHow to Fill Out a W-4—Plus, 7 Reasons to Adjust Your Tax Withholding
As soon as you start a new job, someone from the human resources or payroll department asks you to complete on-boarding forms. One of them is the often-dreaded Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding...
View Article8 Ways to Legally Pay Less Tax and Save Money
There are many ways to legally shelter your income from tax so you save money. But you may overlook strategies because you’re not aware that they exist or you don’t understand the often-complex rules....
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