Who Can I Claim as a Dependent?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). One of the most common tax questions out there is, "Who can I claim as a dependent?" If you're a taking care of a child or helping out other relatives financially, you might be able to claim...
Are Scholarships Taxable?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Scholarships are often seen as a saving grace for students who need help covering tuition and other college expenses. Scoring a scholarship can reduce the amount you need to borrow, or...
Mega Millions After Taxes: What’s Your True Payout?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Winning the Mega Millions jackpot is a dream come true for many. The sheer excitement of those six magical numbers aligning can set you on a path to financial freedom. But wait—before you start...
10 Tax Filing Mistakes That Can Cost You Money
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Filing your taxes can feel like a rollercoaster ride, and every year, millions of folks hit a few bumps that lead to delays, penalties, or even audits. Yikes! But don’t stress—we’re here to help...
What Is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Who Qualifies?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Have you ever heard of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)? If you haven’t, you may be missing out on thousands of dollars at tax time. Every year, nearly 1 in 5 eligible workers fail to...
Does Your Teen Need to File Taxes for Their Part-time Job?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Taxes are usually associated with adulthood, but if you’re a teen with a job or other streams of income, you may be required to file your own taxes. (Sorry to break it to you). But don’t let...
Cómo mejorar rápidamente tu puntuación de crédito
¿Estás tratando de mejorar tu puntuación de crédito? Bueno, no estás solo. Según una encuesta de NerdWallet, 4 de cada 5 estadounidenses están trabajando en su crédito. Tener buen crédito puede ayudarte a calificar para tasas de interés más bajas, límites de crédito más altos y...
Rangos y tasas de impuestos federales para el 2024
La información en este artículo está actualizada para el año fiscal 2024 (declaraciones presentadas en 2025). Los rangos de impuestos se utilizan para calcular los impuestos federales sobre tus ingresos. Muestran la tasa de impuestos que pagarás por cada parte de tu ingreso sujeto a...