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Learn what a VantageScore can tell you, why different scores do not always match and how to track a comparable reading without guessing.
A hot topic among the working class is how much retirement income they are going to need once they retire. While this issue may not…
A startling new study was released last week and the numbers should cause every one of us to take a step back and re-evaluate priorities.…
At the beginning of last year, Congress passed a number of tax hikes to try and solve the current financial situation. Unfortunately, the tax hikes…
There are many ways to wisely invest your tax return. Your financial planner can help you dig through options including mutual funds, IRAs or even…
Now that Obama has officially signed the order implementing sequestration, you need to know how it will affect you. Since the Republicans and the Democrats…
The relationship between a human and his pet is unselfish, unyielding and everlasting. You pet can provide constant companionship for years and years, but what…
Gold has seen five months of decline, which is not the first time that gold has seen such a drop, so this is not necessarily…
A practical 8-step financial-emergency plan to protect essentials, prioritize bills, request hardship help, find legitimate aid and avoid costly quick fixes.
Recognize tax identity theft, follow the right IRS verification or affidavit process, secure an IP PIN, and check for fraud beyond your tax account.
Increasing costs of medical aid, the shortage of doctors, and the hurtful Obamacare reforms that have expanded the ambit and cost of healthcare are two…
It is never too late to start a business and many baby boomers have realized this. Despite times when economic conditions are not the greatest,…
Cooking all the food for a month in just one day? I must be crazy. Oh but I’m not! Freezer cooking, or once a month…
It can be very frightening to find out you are being audited by the IRS. Immediately, you begin fearing the worst because the end result…
Start with one manageable reporting account, on-time payments and clear costs. Avoid unnecessary loans, application stacks and promises of instant score gains.
Saving money has always been my Achille’s heel when it comes to personal finance management. I just like to shop. The rule of thumb is…
Tax planning and filing of returns can appear tedious but is necessary to ensure that you have claimed all the deductions and rebates you are…
Everyone loves a new baby. They bring joy and happiness. However, those cute little bundles often need a lot of stuff. From bottles and beds…