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- October 5, 2021
- by Angela
8 Profitable Hobbies You Can Monetize
Hobbies are great for relaxing, exploring creativity, and honing your skills at something you are passionate about. However, did you know you could also earn a bit of income from all the time and effort you are putting in?
- October 5, 2021
- by Angela
8 Profitable Hobbies You Can Monetize
Hobbies are great for relaxing, exploring creativity, and honing your skills at something you are passionate about. However, did you know you could also earn a bit of income from all the time and effort …
- September 22, 2021
- by Michael
How to Reduce Your Taxable Income / AGI
Paying taxes sucks. What you might not know is that you can lower your taxable income so you end up paying much less in taxes. Even if it is late in the year, there are …
- September 14, 2021
- by Michael
Robo Advisors - The Future or a Flop?
Robo-advisors are a new technology powered way to handle wealth management. They often consolidate all of your investment management, tax harvesting, and retirement planning requirements in the most efficient way possible.
- August 30, 2021
- by Angela
Is Freelancing Better vs a Full-Time Job
Many employees due to their small monthly salary or boring work dream of one day becoming independent. Not everyone is cut out for it though.
- July 21, 2021
- by Michael
Calculating MAGI for Various Tax Credits and Deductions
Tax benefits and their phase out ranges are often based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). Updated for 2021. MAGI is calculated slightly differently for each program. See more below for how income is actually …
- July 2, 2021
- by Michael
What Should a Car Cost per Day to Operate?
Are you paying as little as $2.50 per day, or over $10.00 per day for your car? Being attentive to how much your car costs and how those costs break down provides an opportunity to …
- June 17, 2021
- by Michael
EE Bonds and I Bonds – Worth a Look
The United States Treasury offers two lesser known types of bonds which are sold directly to consumers. They offer distinct advantages over CDs, bond funds, and premium savings accounts which we will discuss below.
- June 8, 2021
- by Angela
How Does Gambling Affect Your Budget?
Gambling can be a great way to have fun and hang out with friends. It is smart to think about how gambling can affect your budget and what the risks are. In some cases it …
- May 7, 2021
- by Angela
Budgeting Guide for Freelancers
Freelancing is a great option for making an income but it does require a bit more work. This includes setting up and sticking to a budget since freelancers essentially run their own small business.
- April 22, 2021
- by Michael
ETFs for Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies
There are several ETFs available for investing in crypto currencies. See the list below and a discussion of the pros and cons of investing in cryptocurrency this way.
- April 5, 2021
- by Angela
Building an Emergency Fund for Peace of Mind
Have you ever had a sudden expense that you did not expect? The question is not if but when. The next question is, how can you pay for a sudden expense? That is the purpose …
- March 19, 2021
- by Ashley
Experian Boost Could Improve Your Credit
Is there any way to quickly improve your credit score? Experian, a credit reporting bureau, offers its free service, Experian Boost, as a possible answer.
- March 8, 2021
- by Ashley
How to Budget for a High-Ticket Item
Dreaming about a luxury purchase is one thing. Going through with the purchase is another. If you’ve found yourself seriously tempted by an item or experience, there may be a reason for it.
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