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Saving more for retirement is always a good idea, especially now. In 2009, the Employee Benefit Research Institute estimated that Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), a cornerstone of retirement savings, sank to a medi..Read More
Date published: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:07:36 PSTSeeing the results of their federal tax return is a happier experience for more Americans this year. From credits for homebuyers and energy-efficient home improvements, to increases for the Earned Income Tax credit and s..Read More
Date published: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:23:53 PSTRecent figures published by various lenders have indicated that the number of mortgage products on the UK market has reached around 2,500 for the first time since May 2009. This is due partly to one of the biggest lender..Read More
Date published: Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:39:48 PSTToday's recession is not the right time to talk about paying for your taxes dutifully. It’s adding salt to an open wound, especially when you just lost your job. However, this is a duty you need to fulfill lest you wan..Read More
Date published: Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:43:19 PSTIn the past years, different types of credit scoring systems have been used in calculating a person's credit score. There was a time when the credit score was largely based on the number of credit cards owned, the amount..Read More
Date published: Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:29:50 PSTIf you are one of America's 78.2 million baby boomers, you are likely considering what ideal retirement will look like, and the steps required achieving it. With the current economic downturn, many boomers are finding it..Read More
Date published: Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:35:13 PSTDo not underestimate the power you have over your credit. It does not matter how bad your situation was in the past, credit repair can mitigate any derogatory event and produce a dramatic improvement in your scores. It i..Read More
Date published: Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:19:32 PSTIt now takes more than 71,000 pages to cover and explain federal tax laws. So it's not surprising the vast majority of taxpayers look for help preparing and filing their tax returns. Use of online tax preparation and e-f..Read More
Date published: Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:06:25 PSTDebt keeps you trapped for years if not for life when you do not have a plan of action to get out. Men feel a sense of shame with debt for not being able to provide for their family and women fears for the family in gene..Read More
Date published: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:23:20 PSTIf you are facing foreclosure, you may have tried a variety of strategies that could allow you to stay in your home, such as a workout with your mortgage company, or even a federal program such as the Home Affordable Mod..Read More
Date published: Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:39:42 PSTThe average person spends nearly five hours a month managing his or her finances, according to a recent study by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In a society where Americans yearn for simplicity, even the most financiall..Read More
Date published: Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:27:20 PSTA recession in the economy is bad news, right? Wrong! A bad economy is not good for your finances, right? Wrong! This may seem contradictory but it is true. When your economy is in recession, it is the right time for you..Read More
Date published: Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:57:13 PSTFor many small businesses who weathered the economic storm in 2009, 2010 represents a new beginning to return to growth and jump-start projects put on hold during the recession. Goal setting will be critical to help smal..Read More
Date published: Wed, 13 Jan 2010 10:42:53 PSTThe typical taxpayer is expected to spend more than three business days and more than $200 completing his or her tax return. That's too much time and too much money, says Gary Lundberg, product management director for..Read More
Date published: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:24:48 PSTA rising number of American households - nearly 45 percent - are 'at risk' of not having enough money in retirement, according the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. But some retirees have discovered a sur..Read More
Date published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:05:45 PSTGetting relief from tax debt either means you don't have to pay the taxes in full all at once or you settle the taxes owed for less. When it comes to getting relief from taxes owed many people don't realize the various o..Read More
Date published: Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:58:33 PSTThe bills are coming in, complete with due dates, minimum amounts due and debt dollars adding up. Sure, you had a great time over the holidays, but now it's time to figure out how you can prepare yourself to start the ne..Read More
Date published: Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:47:11 PSTForget about getting rich quick. Better to build wealth over a long period of time. That's why these 10 rules will guide you along the way. Some are about capital preservation, others are about capital appreciation. Rega..Read More
Date published: Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:12:11 PSTThe media has given a lot of attention to the $8000 first time home buyer credit. With this credit, thousands of people have flocked to buy their first home. With a tax credit, you get a dollar for dollar reduction in th..Read More
Date published: Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:03:44 PSTIdentity theft affected 10 million Americans last year, an increase of 22 percent from the previous year, according to Javelin Strategy and Research. Those numbers make identity theft one of the nation's fastest growing ..Read More
Date published: Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:32:13 PSTVirtually everyone today is feeling the affect of the current economy; none of us is untouched by it. Here’s the good news. If you can anticipate financial changes and develop a sound financial plan, you can protect yo..Read More
Date published: Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:48:37 PSTJob loss, divorce, death of a spouse, serious illness or disability – it's hard to imagine experiencing a major life crisis. Unfortunately most of us will at some point in our lives. A recent survey by AARP Financial I..Read More
Date published: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:27:03 PSTAbout 71 million American households (47 percent) will owe no federal income tax for 2009 thanks, in part, to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), according to estimates by the nonpartisan Tax Policy Center..Read More
Date published: Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:53:56 PSTThese are the top 10 questions about loan modification that anyone in financial difficulties should read. #1 Q: The government and different lending institutions promote loan modification as a sure way to prevent foreclo..Read More
Date published: Thu, 14 May 2009 11:28:14 PSTIf you are merely looking at doing your taxes or you maybe want some voluminous financial record keeping concluded, you'll ascertain that it is invariably advisable to make sure that you pick out a local accountant to op..Read More
Date published: Thu, 14 May 2009 11:12:31 PST