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7 Smart Tax Moves to Make Before the New Year

Key Takeaways: Taking a few steps now will ease tax planning and make sure you’re prepared for your 2024 tax bill. This is the time...

Is a Mortgage Loan Modification Right For You?

If you’re a homeowner struggling to make your mortgage payments, a loan modification might be one option. We explore when it might make sense.

How to Shop for Homeowners Insurance 

Finding a homeowners insurance policy can be a challenge. We offer guidance on what to look for and how to save money.

Getting a tax refund? Here’s how to spend it wisely

Expecting a tax refund? Here are some tips to make the most of that money.

Time for Taxes: 6 Key Changes to Know About This Season

Nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes, according to Ben Franklin. But this time of year, we can add one more...

Debt Consolidation, Debt Settlement: Understanding the Differences

Key takeaways: Debt consolidation and debt settlement offer different ways to pay off your credit card and other debt. Debt consolidation helps you pay off...

Money Issues to Discuss Before Tying the Knot

Key takeaways: Money issues are the primary source of conflict and arguments in marriages. You can avoid much of this conflict by committing to discuss...

How to Start the Year with a Savings Challenge

Key takeaways: Savings challenges can be fun ways to develop sound long-term savings habits. Try an established challenge, or create your own. Open a dedicated...

Buy Now Pay Later: Pros and Cons

Key Takeaways Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is a short-term loan that is typically repaid in four equal payments, usually over a six-week period. BNPL...

Stay Safe This Holiday Season: Advice on Avoiding Scams

Key takeaways The holiday season, when consumers are primed to spend on everything from gifts to charities, is an active time of year for scammers. ...

High-yield Savings Accounts Offer High Rewards

Key takeaways: There are big benefits to high-yield savings accounts, including having money close at hand. You might consider using one of these consumer-friendly accounts...

How to Make the Most of Black Friday

It’s a time-honored Thanksgiving tradition: stuffing ourselves with turkey on Thursday and shopping until we drop on Friday. Black Friday – which lands on Nov....

Medicare Basics: The What, When and How You Need to Know

If you or a family member have a 65th birthday on the horizon, there may be thoughts of working less (or not at all), taking...