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Preparing for Spending Shocks - “Spending Shocks” are large, irregular expenses. Many people do not budget enough to successfully deal with spending shocks, which can be detrimental to their personal financial health. If you don't want to get struck with a shock, invest in your rainy day fund! Read More...Business
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When to Hire a Tax Professional - Most young people are perfectly capable filing their own taxes, such as filing the Form 1040. As personal finances grow and become more complex, knowing when to ask for help can get tricky. Read More...
Planning Long-Term Purchases - When deciding whether a product is worth it or not people typically think that if the benefit of the item is greater than the cost, they should go ahead with the purchase. However, there are… Read More...
Budgeting - There's a difference between a "Project Budget" and a "Living Budget"! You'll need a different attitude when you're thinking about how to plan your monthly income, expenses, and savings goals compared to just how to… Read More...
Tax Additions: Situations Requiring You to Pay Extra Income Tax - Everyone loves getting tax breaks, but what can really ruin your finances in the long-run is forgetting about tax additions – extra taxes and fees that you need to add on to your tax bill.… Read More...