bgrocker / Shutterstock.com Just as your homeowners insurance may cover unexpected costs, so too your car insurance could have hidden benefits. From the work of pesky rodents to damage from falling branches, many surprising auto insurance claims can get paid. Of course, policy details vary by insurer, and you’ll need comprehensive coverage to get most … Read more
Dragon Images / Shutterstock.com In a tough economy, you don’t need to pay $50 or more each month for online movie and TV streaming services, e-books and audiobooks, college courses and tax services. Not when you can access all of those online offerings for free. That’s right. Some things in life really are free, and … Read more
Africa Studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. When we reach a certain age we must – in order to avoid tax penalties – take required minimum distributions from IRAs, 401(k)s, and other types of tax-advantaged accounts (all retirement accounts funded with pre-tax contributions). Until recently, the age for almost everyone … Read more
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FS11 / Shutterstock.com Believe it or not, many people don’t have enough income after tax deductions to owe federal income taxes. The Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017 roughly doubled the standard deduction amounts, not to mention that those amounts increase regularly to account for inflation, and taxpayers who make less than their standard … Read more
Whether it’s located at the office, in your home office or in your bedroom, you should feel your best while sitting at a desk. We’ve rounded up eight must-have products that can make your desk more comfortable, functional and attractive — from a sturdy cellphone stand and an ergonomic mouse pad to a temperature-regulating seat … Read more
Billion Photos / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. Considering borrowing student loans for your education or your children’s? Here’s the basic information you need to know. Federal student loans aren’t always superior Stephen_Payne / Shutterstock.com Long ago, private student loans were awarded in ridiculously high amounts and interest … Read more
Africa Studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Point2. Owning your own plot of land is a dream come true for many of us. But, if you’re ready to make that dream a reality, you might be wondering exactly how to go about buying land. Let’s look at the key steps you’ll … Read more
Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com As housing prices cool significantly in many U.S. markets, experts have mostly had reassuring words for nervous homeowners. These real estate professionals have insisted that although a price correction is indeed underway, it should be modest — in most places. However, a handful of markets might not be so lucky. A recent … Read more
Jim Barber / Shutterstock.com The tax-filing season officially is underway: The IRS now is accepting tax returns for 2022, so the countdown has begun to Tax Day, which this year falls on April 18. If you hope to get a tax refund this year — especially if you want it to be big or arrive … Read more