Top Tax Credits For Your Federal Tax Return
January 12, 2009
Some of the top tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit, the Hope Credit, and the Earned Income Tax Credit don’t apply to everyone but if you qualify for credits such as these you could save significant amounts on your tax bill. Tax Refunds While many people hope for a big chunk of money […]
Get Out of Debt in 2009
January 6, 2009
The new year is here and many of you have new year’s resolutions on your mind. You may be motivated to change bad habits in your life, complete projects that you started long ago, or simply take a new outlook on life. Is reducing or eliminating your debt one of your financial goals this year? […]
Best Careers for a Recession
December 27, 2008
The moment that I realized this economic downturn was real was the day that I quit my job to move to Orlando. I thought to myself, “I won’t have a problem finding another job”. Three months later, I’m very aware that the economic downturn is real. I have applied for numerous jobs without receiving any […]
The Best Colleges for Your Money
December 24, 2008
The best college for your money obviously depends on what you’re looking for in a school; but whether your college search is for you or your kid, the best college for your money often boils down to a basic cost/benefit analysis. College Cost / Benefit Analysis Free Money Finance has a great cost/benefit analysis for […]
Lose Weight for Cheap Before New Years
December 20, 2008
Lose weight over the Holidays? Is it possible to avoid weight gain during Christmas time when you’re surrounded by chocolate treats and holiday parties? Of course! Weight loss isn’t something that you have to put off until your New Years Resolutions, using the tips below you can actually lose pounds without expensive diets or gym […]
Seven Cheap Foods to Serve At Your Holiday Party
December 19, 2008
Some of you will be planning a holiday party in the next three weeks, and you will find out that throwing a holiday party can be expensive! As you probably know food is often the centerpiece of any good holiday party. Putting some careful thought into your menu will help you save a lot of […]
Christmas Gift Ideas Edition
December 18, 2008
The holidays are almost here have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? My wife and I are only half way done. We’re such procrastinators when it comes to shopping, because we both hate going out to do it. After the site spotlight below are some articles to help you figure out what to get the […]
10 Hidden Holiday Costs People Overlook in Their Budget
December 16, 2008
I ran across an article on CNBC about the top 10 hidden costs associated with the holidays, and it struck a chord with me, because I often overlook these expenses during the holiday season. Here is the list from the article and my take on each of them. 1. Holiday meals/gifts for hosts/entertaining My wife […]
Second Stimulus Check – Will There Be A 2009 Economic Stimulus Plan?
December 15, 2008
If you keep up with politics and current events on a regular basis, you may have heard Congress and Barack Obama discuss the possibility an economic stimulus plan by the end of the year or early next year. The end of the year is quickly approaching and the hopes of a second stimulus plan during […]
Year End Investment Do’s and Dont’s
December 9, 2008
It’s been a tough year for investors. Many of us have seen our retirement accounts dwindle and we’re wondering when this market madness will end. The bad news is no one knows when it will get better, but the good news is that history suggests the market will eventually go back up. As we near the […]
