You've Been Told Owning a Home Is Better (Financially) Than Renting. But Is That True For Everybody?
Is it better to buy or rent? This decision can vary for everyone, consider these advantages and disadvantages for each.
You Want to Offer a 401(k) For Your Employees. As a Small Business Owner, These Are the 3 Next Steps to Take
As a small business owner, offering a 401(k) is a great incentive for attracting and retaining employees. Get started by following these 3 important steps.
Having a Baby? 8 Financial Decisions To Make Over the Next Nine Months
With a baby on the way, there are endless details to keep in mind. From health insurance to car seats, here's what expecting parents should do to get ready for their new arrival.
Keep These 5 Filing Tips in Mind Before Completing Your 2020 Tax Return
Whether you're taking a DIY approach to filing your taxes this year or working with a professional, here are 5 filing tips to help make things a little easier.
GameStop, Reddit, and Market Mania: What You Need to Know
Over the course of 11 trading days from January 13 to January 28, 2021, the stock of GameStop, a struggling brick-and-mortar video game retailer, skyrocketed by more than 2,200% — creating a mix of excitement and concern throughout the financial world, as well as among many people who pay little attention to the stock market.1 Other stocks of small, struggling companies made similar though less dramatic moves.
Federal Tax Filing Season Starts Soon
The IRS has announced that the federal income tax filing season for tax year 2020 returns begins on Friday, February 12, 2021. Although tax seasons frequently begin in late January, the additional time will allow the IRS to update its programming and test its system to take into account any changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA 2021), signed into law on December 27, 2020. Last-minute changes to tax law have already been included in IRS tax forms and instructions.
Capital Gains & Your Taxes: A Brief (But Important!) Guide
Capital gains taxes apply to more than stocks. And the amount you pay will depend on a variety of factors. Here's how capital gains taxes work and a few methods you can use for reducing them.
2020 is Hindsight: Vows to Treat Our Money Differently in 2021
If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that you should always be prepared for the unexpected. Now that this year is behind us, here are 7 ways that we should treat our money differently and plan for the future.
Inauguration Day Is Coming: What Financial Challenges Could High Earners Face During the Biden Administration?
After a tumultuous 2020 election season, inauguration day is almost here. If you are a high-earner, here are 6 challenges that could arise during a Biden administration.
Millionaire & Former Zappos CEO Died in November Without a Will. Here's Why That Makes Things Extremely Complicated
Celebrities are just like us - meaning when they die without a proper will in place, things can get complicated. Here's a reminder about the importance of having a will, no matter your net worth.