There is still time to amend your tax return.

During the course of tax season, many people make mistakes when preparing their returns.  Some of the most common involve the filing status, number of dependents, total income and deductions.  Other mistakes such as computational errors are usually corrected by the IRS. 

Corrections to your return should be made using Form 1040X, Amended US Individual Income [...]

Useful Tips from the IRS to Help Protect Your Identity

Identity theft is so prevalent these days.  It is too easy to have your social security number stolen.  It has actually happened to me.  Someone stole my identity and filed a tax return using my social security number.  Luckily for me, I caught it early and was able to prevent any major damage to my [...]

Earn extra dollars with InboxDollars.com

Nowadays you often hear about how bad the economy is.  Unemployment is high and everything costs more.  Many people are looking for alternative means of earning extra money.

I recently came across a new website titled Inboxdollars.com.  This site provides individuals with an easy way to earn extra money.  As an additional incentive, there is a [...]

Free Government Resources on Personal Finance

Have you ever wondered what government resources are out there? Well, don’t keep wondering, simply click and take advantage of these great resources.

Mymoney.gov-This site provides a wealth of resources for businesses and individuals alike.  Whether you are looking to educate yourself about personal finance or looking for financial management ideas for your business, this is [...]

Money and Dating

Should you date someone who makes more or less money than you do?  This is a tough question because we can’t help who we end up falling in love with.  But personal finances are a big part of any relationship and are a topic that we can’t avoid.

I’ve been in situations where I earned more [...]

Teaching your kids how to save

It has often been said that a penny saved is a penny earned.  This phrase has been passed down from generations.  But sometimes it gets lost and not passed down from a parent to a child.  But how do we teach our children to save?  I learned from my frugal mom and from personal finance [...]

Keeping the New Year’s Resolution

The first quarter of the year is almost over.  And if you are like me, you haven’t been keeping your New Year’s Resolutions.  Of course we are all human and so far this year has been full of surprises and challenges for the entire country.  These challenges often force us to take our eyes off [...]

Countdown to April 15th

The tax filing deadline is only a month away.  If you are like many Americans, you haven’t filed your taxes yet.  But do not delay.  April 15th will be here before you know it.  What can you do now in order to stop procrastinating? Listed below are some quick tips to help you meet the [...]

America Saves Week 2010

Join First Capital Advisors along with several organizations across the county as we participate in America Saves Week, February 21 – 28, 2010.  The purpose of America Saves Week is to encourage, individuals and families to set savings goals and to improve their financial goals and financial education.  Several organizations across the country will be [...]

New Credit Card Application Procedures

 

Within a few weeks, credit card companies will start verifying your income before they process your credit card applications.  This will also apply for credit limit increases. The companies will go as far as asking for pay stubs and copies of your prior year tax return. 

Companies such as the major retailers are using another tool [...]