January’s best shopping deals & discounts
Now that the holidays are over, perhaps it’s time to do a little shopping for yourself! And just because the holidays are behind us, doesn’t mean the deals are…you can always rely on sales […]
50 things Millennials get blamed for—but should they?
Millennials are the worst. At least that’s what a plethora of statistics, think pieces, white papers, surveys and social media trolls users would have you think. Never mind the deep-seated socio-economic reasons why millennials suck […]
What are 401(k) catch-up contributions?
Retirement savers age 50 and older get to put extra tax-advantaged money into their 401(k) accounts than the standard annual contribution limits. Those additional savings are known as “catch-up contributions.” If you have […]
Is it worth it to buy travel insurance right now?
Is it a waste of money? Do you need it or not? Should you purchase domestic travel insurance or only consider it for international trips? And what do travel insurance policies cover anyway? In this article, we’ll […]
What is IRS Form 1098?
A Form 1098 is a tax document that reports amounts that may affect a tax filer’s adjustments to income or deductions from their income on their annual tax return. There are several variations of […]
What is IRS Form 1099?
IRS Form 1099 is a key part of filing annual income taxes for certain earners—including freelancers, independent contractors, income-earning stock investors, and some retirees. The 1099 covers income earned from a non-employer source. It can be […]
America’s safest cities
Safety has taken on new significance in 2021, amid record infections and deaths from COVID-19. Despite progress overall, crime still impacts America’s communities. Crime and safety are intertwined with prosperity, income and economic opportunity. Crime […]
Why you should buy a new car instead of used
New cars depreciate — or lose value — at a rapid rate, potentially up to 20% in the first year alone, so it’s no wonder that opting for a used vehicle may seem like the […]
Most popular new car under $20K in every state
Many people are turning to used cars in lieu of new ones because of pandemic-related car parts shortages. However, a new car may be cheaper in the long run, especially if your used car needs […]
5 steps to switching your car insurance
To some, it may sound like as much fun as the dentist, but switching car insurance companies can make a great deal of sense. Besides, getting new car insurance really doesn’t have to be […]