Posts by Money Talks News

Smaller Cars = Bigger Insurance Bills
Mar 15, 2009 - The whole purpose of buying a little car is so you don't have big bills. In fact, some smaller cars cost more to insure than bigger ones.

Is Now The Time To Remodel Your Home?
Mar 13, 2009 - Good time to sell your house? Not really. But good time to fix it up? Definitely. But you have to be careful about both the work you're doing and those doing it.

Adjusting Your Tax Withholding
Mar 10, 2009 - Take home more money by adjusting your income tax withholding.

Free National Vehicle History Database Coming Soon
Mar 10, 2009 - 17 years after Congress ordered one created, a free national used car database, called the National Vehicle Title Information System, may finally be in the works.

Claiming The Child Tax Credit
Mar 04, 2009 - You know your kids are tax deductions. Did you know that other people's kids might reduce your taxes too? The rules have changed. So if you've got kids living in your house, you really need to see this.

7 Most Common Tax Mistakes
Mar 03, 2009 - Every year, millions of tax returns are filed with mistakes... mistakes that can delay your refund... even cost you money. Want to avoid the most common?

CNBC’s “House of Cards” Documentary
Feb 27, 2009 - If you haven't seen it yet, CNBC's House of Cards is an excellent documentary on the origins of the economic crisis. Wondering how we got into this mess? Just watch this video...

Checking Out Tax Professionals
Feb 26, 2009 - If you'll be getting help with your taxes this year, you probably want to make sure its the best help around. Here's a few tips to make sure your choice for a paid tax professional adds up.

Refund Anticipation Loans
Feb 24, 2009 - If you're a tax service, you love em if you're a consumer advocate, you don't. What's bad about tax refund anticipation loans? Let's find out...

Who Has to File Taxes?
Feb 20, 2009 - Don't you hate filing taxes? Well you know, millions of people don't even have to file a return. But if you think that sounds lucky, you might want to think again.

Finding Free Tax Help
Feb 20, 2009 - Just because you have to file your taxes doesn't mean you have to go out and buy expensive software, pay a professional, or even do it yourself.

Employed? What’s in the Obama Stimulus Package for You
Feb 17, 2009 - The recently passed stimulus bill is about creating jobs: but that doesn't mean it ignores workers. How the stimulus bill will stimulate you...

Unemployed? What’s in the Obama Stimulus Package for You
Feb 17, 2009 - With the passage of the Stimulus Bill, the most expensive piece of legislation ever attempted is now law. But will it help you? In this two-part series, money reporter Stacy Johnson sifts through the bill to explain how it will affect both those with jobs and those without.

Tax Law Changes for 2009
Feb 16, 2009 - Started those taxes yet? Well, when you do, you're going to find some changes to the tax laws that will probably mean a lower tax bill. Money reporter Stacy Johnson begins his special tax series with some good news on income taxes.

What is Gap Automobile Insurance?
Feb 13, 2009 - Today's new cars offer more standard safety features than ever before. But if you're planning on hitting the showrooms anytime soon, there are also new ways to protect your wallet. For example, gap insurance for car loans. Should you buy it?