Food. It’s the third-highest expense for Americans and usually people’s biggest budget buster.1 Whether it’s your daily coffee run, lunch with your coworkers, or a last-minute dinner via Postmates, eating out isn’t cheap—especially as food prices continue to go up. But just how much should you spend eating out each month? Let’s talk about it!…
Back in the old days, the state and local tax (SALT) deduction was arguably the most popular tax deduction in America. You probably remember your parents or grandparents saving every receipt—even on small purchases like a box of nails or a single heirloom tomato—and stuffing them in a manila folder.…
Did you ever wonder why taxes are so often mentioned in the same sentence as death? They’re both unpleasant, and you can’t, in the end, avoid either of them. But that doesn’t have to get you down! Your business is killing it and your customers are being served. You just…
Children are a blessing. Even when they test you (looking at you, teenagers and “threenagers”), you wouldn’t trade them for anything. You know what else kids are? Expensive. From buying thousands of diapers to saving for college, it all adds up. And fast. Even Uncle Sam knows how expensive raising kids…
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6. Child Tax Credit (CTC) Got kids? Well, here’s a tax credit just for you! The child tax credit lets you credit up to $2,000 per dependent child under the age of 17. The income limit is $400,000 for married filing jointly and $200,000 for all the other filing statuses.17 The CTC is also partially…
Who likes doing taxes? Basically no one. And if you’re like me, you understand that paying your taxes is necessary, but it’s an annual pain in the butt. And the thought of doing my own taxes? My eyes are crossed just thinking about it! But what if I told you…
Did your beloved truck finally stall out for the last time? Do you want to upgrade from your ’05 Corolla to something that’ll let you jam out to more than just your old mix CDs? If you’re looking to buy a new (or new-to-you) car, you may think financing is…
When you’re ready to start building wealth for retirement, you’ve got a lot of options. But not all of them are good options. Risky get-rich-quick investments (cough, crypto, cough) spell disaster for your retirement plans. On the flipside, “safe” investments like gold and bonds won’t even keep up with inflation. That’s why we have been and always…
For people with a relatively simple tax situation, using the right online tax software can make a world of difference when it comes to getting your taxes filed without suffering too many migraines. Tax software has been around since the 1980s, and today it’s wildly popular. More than 150 million…
If you feel like your grocery bill has gone up lately, you aren’t alone. Our research shows 58% of Americans are spending more on groceries this year over last year. It’s so true. Food prices have jumped 2.6% this past year.1 And they were already high before that! That can take a…
If you’re facing a foreclosure, know this: You will get through it. Yes, it can be a long and hard road. But there is hope. We’re here to walk you through what happens during the foreclosure process, so you know what to expect—and so you can take steps to avoid…
We’ve got good news, folks: After a few years of mortgage interest rates constantly climbing and reaching highs we hadn’t seen in decades, rates have finally started coming back down! Yeah, that’s definitely a reason to celebrate. It’s also a reason to talk about something that could wind up saving you a whole lot…
If you’ve been laid off, or if you’re worried your company is about to cut jobs, you’re not alone. Over the last few years, tons of companies large and small have made cuts to their staff. But don’t worry—you don’t have to be caught off guard. I’m going to walk…
Kids don’t have to wait until they’re 16 to start making money. Whether they’re 5 years old or 12 years old, kids of all ages can earn real cash right now! It just takes some effort and a little imagination. Whether it’s helping around the house, pitching in for a…
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