Month: December 2013

Last-Minute Tax Planning Tips, Part 3

The past two weeks we covered some last-minute tax planning tips on what to do before the end of the year. Here is the final article in the series. If you need free tax help and qualify, visit our other articles for more information, where you also will find top finance and tax apps for […]
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One of the Best Gifts We Can Get

Every day during the Christmas Season many are concerned with the perfect gift we can give to friends and family. Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that we take for granted. Imagine that everyday you got a gift of $86,400.00 to use in any way that you wish! There are however some restrictions on […]
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End-Of-Year Tax Planning Tips, Part 2

  Image courtesy of ddpavumba at FreeDigitalPhotos.net Last week we covered some last-minute tax planning tips to do before the end of the year. Click here to read Part I! Here are some more tips to keep more of your money! Accelerate Your Mortgage Payment. Unlike rent, which is paid in advance, mortgage payments are made […]
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What Are the Best Mobile Finance Apps?

I literally have my smart phone with me 24/7. Even though they have only been in existence in its current form for about 5 years, I can’t imagine life without it! Regardless of whether this is good or not, it certainly has made life easier in many cases. Once a week or so, I go […]
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Thinking of Starting A Business or Need Help Growing Yours?

 * Click here to enter our drawing for a $100 OfficeMax gift card to use for the new OfficeMax Services Center! Recently I was invited by OfficeMax to test out their new Services Center for business owners. The Center was launched this past October to help business owners grow by providing them with operational support. […]
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Follow These Five Simple Investment Principles for Success!

Since being involved in the finance industry for almost 20 years now, I have learned quite a bit through the highs and lows of the market. First and foremost, everyone in the finance industry is selling something. It is either a product, service, advice, ideas, or anything that would separate your money from you. That’s […]
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End-Of-Year Tax Planning and Tips, Part 1

As the end of the year approaches, we are busy with holidays, family and travel, but this also is a good time to do some last-minute tax planning. With tax cuts expiring last year, taxes will go up for some people on their income and capital gains. In addition, several tax exemptions are being phased […]
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Need Last Minute Christmas Ideas?

Need ideas for some Christmas gifts? I am always lookout for products that are not only awesome, but useful and can really make a difference. I think buying something just because others have it or for something that has limited use is a waste of money. Also if you give a gift (or buy it […]
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Important Tax Issues to Watch For in 2014

To avoid headaches and penalties, mark your calendar with the following key dates. January 15, 2014 4th Quarter 2013 Estimated Tax Payment Due. If you are self-employed or have other fourth-quarter income that requires you to pay quarterly estimated taxes, get them postmarked by January 15, 2014. April 15, 2014:  2013 Individual Tax Returns Due Individual […]
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