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Congratulations! You’ve completed your tax return and submitted it to the IRS on time. All you have to do now is sit back and wait for that sweet return if you’re owed one. You’re not the only one excited about tax refunds. Scammers love them, too.
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Some years, like this one, just seem more eventful than others. Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world rapidly. And the quest to redefine other worlds is picking up, too. It seems like virtually every other month, a new mission takes off for the moon in anticipation of setting up permanent bases and, one day, colonies. Credit Union branches in space – now there’s an intriguing thought!
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Tax season is in full swing. Is your business ready? Here are 10 tips for insurance agents that can help optimize your finances. Remember, always consult with your tax advisor regarding tax consequences and your specific situation. Let’s get started.
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Are you expecting a substantial income tax refund this year? If so, you are in the majority, with the average refund being around $3,000 according to the IRS. Rather than having those dollars become a part of your regular spending routine, get the most out of your cash.
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You tear open the letter marked “Internal Revenue Service,” wondering whether it contains an unexpected refund. But, to your dismay, you find that you owe more than you projected because of a mistake on your tax return. Your heart sinks as you figure out where you’ll get the money to pay the bill.
To avoid this scenario, it’s important to exercise caution when filling out your taxes to avoid an error that will come back to haunt you.
Spring is finally here. Even the groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, predicted an early spring this year. Use the start of this season of new hope and possibilities to refresh your thinking and review your withholding information when you do your taxes.
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Researches has shown the benefits of focusing on one task at a time. In fact, every time you multitask, you open yourself up to doing both tasks poorly. Plus, breaking away from the task at hand to answer a text, call, or email, makes it harder to get back in the groove, harming productivity. Okay, what does this have to do with checking accounts with direct deposit? It’s the exception to the rule. It proves doing two things at once is a good thing. Let us explain.
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The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) holds its next meeting on March 19-20. And with it comes serious questions that impact your financial well-being. Will the Fed raise interest rates? Will they drop interest rates? Will they hold rates where they are today?
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Do you know your credit score? More importantly, why does it matter? Put simply, a variety of financial businesses use your credit score as an indicator to predict the likelihood you’ll pay them back. The higher your credit score, the more likely you’ll be able to obtain credit and pay less interest, which can save you significant amounts of money.
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The 2×2 System is where you set aside two hours on the calendar two times a month to complete a predetermined financial task. This modest but consistent effort can help you sustain financial health and build wealth in bite-sized chunks.
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