Project Management Basics – Overcome Inertia
Are you afraid to look at your to-do list because a big scary project lurks? Maybe it's writing your memoirs or cleaning out the garage. Maybe you want to do it, or you feel like it's an obligation you can't wiggle out of. Whatever the case, it's draining your...
How To Check The Status Of Your Tax Refund Online
More than a few people are happy to learn they are due a tax refund after filling out their tax returns. If you are one of these people, here is how to check the status of your refund online. Checking The Status of Your Tax Refund Online Before checking your refund...
Money Management Tips For Parents
The importance of money becomes apparent when we have kids. We could have squeaked by living paycheck to paycheck when it was just ourselves, but now that there are others to think about, we have to start saving our pennies. Here are some money management tips for...
How Does Your Child Custody Agreement Impact Your Taxes?
A child custody agreement can have severe implications for your tax filing and overall taxes. This issue should be addressed with your attorney or accountant while you are negotiating or litigating child custody or a divorce agreement. Waiting until after you have...
Use Your Credit Cards Wisely
Credit cards can be a great financial tool when used correctly. They can also create a lot of havoc when misused. Credit cards make it easy but potentially expensive to buy nearly anything. They're also a great way to improve your credit if the balances stay low....
Kids Finances – Teach Your Kids To Be Thrifty
Have you ever heard that it is easier to teach things to kids than adults? It’s true. This goes for money, too. If you want your kids to save more than they spend, start early. Here are some tips: Play money games with your kids. Monopoly was a popular game when I was...
Tax-Advantaged Medical Plans – The HSA
Do you have medical expenses that you incur every single year? Do you always use up your entire medical insurance deductible on co-pays? If so, a couple of medical saving plans are available that would allow you to use tax-free money to pay for your medical expenses....
IRS Tax Settlement Rules
N recent years, the IRS has made a concerted effort to get people back into good status by reaching deals on overdue taxes. The rules affecting this program have just changed dramatically. The IRS used to be the terror in most people's nightmares. Specifically, people...
Is Procrastination A Key To Success?
You might believe that success is about coming up with great ideas or doing the impossible, but most successful results from doing the mundane. It’s doing the things that no one wants to do. Whether it’s losing weight, getting a better job, doing well in school, or...
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