Year: 2013

Tax Mistakes To Be Avoided

The average taxpayer spends 23 hours on their tax return, and 80 percent of them will hire a professional or use tax software – even though 64 percent of them will not owe any taxes. Taxes are becoming more and more complicated, increasing the chances of making mistakes on a tax return. There are more […]
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Green Living Tip of the Week

Ants and leaf cutters can wreak havoc on a new garden. Instead of reaching for a chemical spray, try using a DIY green alternative. Combine 1 part of borax, 2 parts of flour, and 1/2 part of icing sugar, then add water and mix them into soft dough. Leave small bits around areas frequented by […]
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Tax Breaks For Homeowners

With taxes due April 15, it’s important to do tax returns properly, especially if you do it yourself. Tax planning is a very important part of the financial planning process. If you understand credits and deductions, you can save potentially thousands of dollars. If you own a home, you could qualify for great tax breaks. […]
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5 Traits of Bad Bosses

Face it, we all have had bad bosses or seen what a bad boss looks like. Nothing can destroy company morale and culture as a bad boss, it’s contagious. For those of you that have watched the cult-classic Office Space, a bad boss can be a micromanager that only cares about pointless tasks, or a […]
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Tips For Being More Productive

Recent studies show that Americans are busier today than they have ever been, working longer than anyone else in the industrialized world. With so much to do and so little time, here are some tips to help you be more efficient, productive and most importantly, maximize your time to live your life to its fullest. […]
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The Right Rate For Retirement

For years, people planning for retirement have used the 4 percent rule of thumb to determine if there is enough money saved to retire. To use the rule, you take the total value of your retirement accounts and calculate 4 percent of it. That amount is how much you can withdraw the first year and […]
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Green Living Tip Of The Week

Get Your Hot Water Faster Most people run their showers for a few minutes to let the water warm up. This accounts for hundreds of gallons of wasted water (and wasted energy) each year. By situating your hot water heater closer to your bathroom or other points of use, you can save energy and get […]
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Tips For Refinancing Your Home

Mortgage rates today are at a 60-year low, giving many Americans the ability to refinance their mortgage. Home mortgage or home loan refinancing is basically taking out a new mortgage to pay off the existing one. Refinancing can be a good idea if you can get a lower mortgage rate to save on costs, lower […]
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The Other Ways Lenders Judge You

Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your financial life. It plays a huge role in buying a house, a car, getting loans, credit cards and even, in some cases, a job! Your credit score is primarily made up of paying bills on time, credit history, credit mix, recent inquiries and […]
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