Category Archives: personal finance

Picking the right Bank Account

There are several things to consider when selecting a bank account.  There are also several perks that many banks now offer.  Some of these include interest, free checking, student checking, and free gifts.  But what should you consider when shopping … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Six Tips for People Who Pay Estimated Taxes

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2012-65 Inside This Issue You may need to pay estimated taxes to the IRS during the year if you have income that is not subject to withholding. This depends on what you do for a living … Continue reading

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Action Items for the New Year

I wrote this blog two years ago as a means of encouraging readers to prepare for the New Year.  Well, two years later, this message is still relevant as the times have not changed much from the prior years. Therefore, … Continue reading

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Start Smart in 2025

Let’s face it, 2024 had been a very challenging year for everyone regardless of income level.  As we prepare for 2025, let’s start planning now in order to avoid some of the financial pitfalls encountered in 2024. For example, have … Continue reading

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Top 6 Action Items for the New Year

As 2008 draws to a close, many are hopeful for significant changes in 2009.  Among these is a better economic outlook.  But what can you do now to make way for a better economic outlook?   Keep enough cash available.  … Continue reading

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Check up on your charity

    These days you may receive several calls or mailings for making charitable donations.  Of course we all want to help out.  Money is very tight in this economy and no one wants to feel that they are being … Continue reading

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To transfer or not to transfer

Credit card balance transfers are very common.  We usually think we are getting a good deal if we are offered a zero percent APR balance transfer.  This is a great offer.  However, too often we fail to think about the … Continue reading

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Don’t let credit card debt get you down

So you have a lot of credit card debt?  So what now?  Many people find themselves in this situation and feel helpless and hopeless.  The key is to not give up.  There are many resources out there to help you. … Continue reading

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IRS Can Help When Starting a Small Business

If you are opening a new business this summer, the IRS has some basic federal tax information to help you get started. Here are some things to consider when starting a business: Type of Business One of the first decisions you … Continue reading

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