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Here's how much the 'pink tax' is costing women on everyday itemsWomen pay more than men for razors, shampoo, and other basic goods. But retailers and lawmakers are stepping up to address the price discrepancies.
Did you know that some home-insurance expenses may be tax deductible?Homeowners insurance premiums usually cannot be deducted from a tax return. But there are cases where they can.
How owning or selling a home affects your taxesOwning a home is exciting, challenging and the biggest investment of many people’s lives. It’s also a good way to reduce your tax bill.
Top 5 free sources for checking on the health of your creditShady sites have been known to employ bait-and-switch tactics that give you a legitimate credit score ... and a monthly fee if you don't jump through subscription cancellation hoops. Here are five of the best sites to check your credit score and to download your credit report.
New couple? Here are the money questions to address.
Here's why you should use your tax refund to pay off credit card debtIf you’ve ever committed to pay off your credit card debt 'when you have more money,' now’s your chance. The Internal Revenue Service says that 70 percent of taxpayers will get refunds this year.
The ethical shopper's guide to boycottsBoycotts can be an effective way for consumers to express their unhappiness with businesses or even entire countries. Here's what can make them successful.
11 tips to get the lowest mortgage refinance rateThe best way to earn the lowest rate on a mortgage refinance is to knock out the dents in your credit score and polish it up.
3 ways to save for your child’s futureA number of tax-advantaged vehicle are available to help you put aside for your child’s education and other requirements down the road.
What you need to know about taxes on gains from your short-term and long-term investmentsWhen you turn a profit on the sale of assets, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds or real estate, it’s called a capital gain. And that's generally considered taxable income.
Why expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit is popular on both sidesExpanding family tax credits could make a real difference in people’s lives and help return some of the income that’s been sacrificed to changing economies and technology.
The IRS can break rules, too, so know your rightsHere’s what three tax attorneys say you should know.
Here's how to talk to your partner about moneyYou should talk to your partner regularly about your financial decisions. Why? Because finances change month to month, quarter to quarter, and year to year.
5 overlooked small-business tax deductionsFailing to claim all the small-business tax deductions you’re entitled to is like flushing money down the toilet. Deductions are a legal way to reduce the amount of business income that is subject to tax.
4 credit card trends for 2017 to be aware ofIn 2016, high-end credit cards attracted a lot of attention with generous rewards and perks. But this year, issuers are going back to basics — and perhaps charging you more in the process.
What you need to know about store closing sales at Macy's, Sears, or Kmart near youOne thing you can definitely expect from store closing sales? Different stock from a traditional 'going out of business' sale.
5 cheap ways to learn new skills onlineIf you're stuck in a career rut and looking for a way to break into something more lucrative, the best way to learn from someone who already works in the field. Here are a few ways to become a marketable, hirable expert without going into debt.
Why Millennials are better with their money than their parentsWhen it comes to finances and saving for retirement, these young workers are doing better than their older counterparts in many ways.
Chronic underspending is a thing. Here's why it's OK to spend money on yourself.The methods that financial planners use to help 'underspenders' can guide the rest of us in deciding when it’s OK to splurge and when we should resist.
Why a home equity loan is a smart choice as rates risePlain-and-simple home equity loans, with the security of a locked-in interest rate that never changes, are yesterday’s news. But as the economy improves and interest rates rebound, you may have to go throwback if you want to access some of your home's value.
