Is a Home Inventory Necessary?
Is a Home Inventory Necessary?

on March 27, 2009

Nobody thinks it will happen to them. But every day in every city across America, families lose everything they have to fire, flood or other disaster. Of course, that’s why we have insurance. But according to Stacy Johnson, there’s one key ingredient that can hurt your ability to collect.

Credit Card Rewards Less Rewarding
Credit Card Rewards Less Rewarding

on March 25, 2009

Credit cards can be a convenient alternative to cash, and one that pays you back with perks from reward points to frequent flier miles. But those rewards may soon be getting less rewarding.

Penny Wise, Pound Foolish? 5 Expenses NOT To Cut
Penny Wise, Pound Foolish? 5 Expenses NOT To Cut

on March 23, 2009

When it comes to the economy, it seems the headlines get scarier every day. Which has many Americans looking for new ways to cut expenses and add to savings. But trimming some expenses may save some now but cost more later.

How To Get A Live Person On The Phone
How To Get A Live Person On The Phone

on March 20, 2009

Isn’t it odd that companies that presumably want your business give you the runaround when you call them on the phone? But you know, you can fight back. You name the company, we’ll tell you how to get a human on the phone… instantly.

3 Reasons to Try Temporary Work
3 Reasons to Try Temporary Work

on March 18, 2009

With the national unemployment rate over 7% and rising, finding work can be a full-time job. But there’s more than one path to a new job. Here are the pros and cons of temp jobs.

Better Budgeting With The Web
Better Budgeting With The Web

on March 16, 2009

While battling the family budget is nothing new, there are new weapons out there that can help you win the war. Can free technology make you a budget winner?

Smaller Cars = Bigger Insurance Bills
Smaller Cars = Bigger Insurance Bills

on March 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?
Is Now The Time To Remodel Your Home?

on March 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
Adjusting Your Tax Withholding

on March 10, 2009

Take home more money by adjusting your income tax withholding.

Free National Vehicle History Database Coming Soon
Free National Vehicle History Database Coming Soon

on March 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
Claiming The Child Tax Credit

on March 4, 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
7 Most Common Tax Mistakes

on March 3, 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
CNBC’s “House of Cards” Documentary

on February 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
Checking Out Tax Professionals

on February 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
Refund Anticipation Loans

on February 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?
Who Has to File Taxes?

on February 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
Finding Free Tax Help

on February 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
Employed? What’s in the Obama Stimulus Package for You

on February 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
Unemployed? What’s in the Obama Stimulus Package for You

on February 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
Tax Law Changes for 2009

on February 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.

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