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Scam Alert: Tax Time Frauds

Scams have become so prevalent that you can practically follow a schedule of scams based on the time of year. This time of year, it is time to start [...] read more »
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Investing Terms: Growth Stocks and Value Stocks

As you formulate an investing strategy, make sure you understand the difference between growth stocks and value stocks. read more »
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Have Student Loans Contributed to the Rise in the Cost of College?

One of the big issues debated recently is whether or not a four-year degree is worth the cost. The cost of education continues to rise at a pace that[...] read more »
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» Financial Options for the Unbanked

It becomes necessary for many to interact with some sort of financial services provider, since many of the unbanked still have paychecks to cash. Som[...] read more »
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Are You Judging Others’ Personal Finance Choices?

Watch out for financial judging. After all, what you choose to spend money on may appear stupid to someone else. read more »
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» Kids & Money: When to Look for Scholarships

While you are hopefully saving up for college with the help of a savings account or a 529 plan, it doesn’t hurt to look for other ways of paying for [...] read more »
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PayPal, Home Business Payments and the 1099-K

If you receive a 1099-K, you need to be prepared for the possibility that a portion of your income might be double-reported to the IRS. read more »
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» Frugal Love: 9 Low-Cost Valentine’s Day Ideas

A good relationship doesn’t have to be based on expensive things and grand gestures. Instead, here are 9 ideas that will cost you less, and help you [...] read more »
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9 Common Ways You Could Be Wasting Your Money

Most of us scoff at the idea of just throwing money away. However, you might actually be doing just that — every day. There are a number of practices[...] read more »
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What Makes You Rich?

The current presidential election is bringing to light, the differences between the “rich” and those who do not have as much money. As a result, the [...] read more »
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Are You Eligible for Free File with the IRS?

Free file is a great way to get help on your taxes for free. You can check with the IRS free file site to get started, and get a list of participatin[...] read more »
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» Protect Your Online Accounts

Whether you are trying to protect an individual account from being compromised, or whether you are trying to limit the damage due to a breach at some[...] read more »
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Could Rapidly Growing Yields Mean Problems for Your Dividend Stock?

It’s important not to get too hung up on yield. You should consider that a rapidly growing yield could be an indication of problems to come. read more »
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Things to Consider Before Freelance Staff Writing

Staff writing for blogs can be a good way to make money as a freelance writer. But you need to be aware of the drawbacks. read more »
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How to Maximize Your Charitable Contributions

Instead of spreading your money thin, consider ways that you can maximize your charitable contributions so that they have a bigger impact. If you foc[...] read more »
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