Tax Return Time    

Tax Return Time    

Tax day is April 15th, but for many U.S. workers, it starts earlier than that. W2s will soon start to arrive, and you can begin the process of filing your tax return. So what happens next? How do you use your tax return smartly to keep yourself ahead of the game in...
The Gig Economy and Your Credit  

The Gig Economy and Your Credit  

Are you familiar with the Gig Economy? The name has only become popular over the last few years, but the idea has been around for a long time. Gig work doesn’t fit neatly into a 9-5 career bucket, such as driving for delivery services, ride-sharing, freelance...
Unemployed: How to Protect Your Credit

Unemployed: How to Protect Your Credit

The 2022 job market is crazy and can mean many things to different people. Even though unemployment is low, many companies are engaging in layoffs. If you’re faced with unemployment, make sure you’re protecting yourself and your financial health. Here are some things...
Credit Card Mistakes to Avoid 

Credit Card Mistakes to Avoid 

Credit cards are an essential part of today’s economy. We build credit, which impacts our ability to get loans for purchases like homes or cars. But having credit cards also means using them wisely, and it can be easy to let some things fall through the cracks...
How Your Credit Score is Calculated

How Your Credit Score is Calculated

How your Credit Score is calculated is a great mystery for many, but here we break it down and answer, “What does all this mean?” 1 – Payment history (35%) – This is how often you pay on time. Pay a bill late. This is dropping your score by 35%. 2 –...
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