People and Families Paying For Disability-Related Expenses Should Consider an Able Savings Account
People with disabilities and their families can use Achieving a Better Life Experience or ABLE accounts to help pay for qualified disability-related expenses. ABLE accounts are tax-advantaged savings accounts that don't affect eligibility for government assistance programs. Here are...
Save Money on Car Insurance with These 6 Tips
Although car insurance may put a dent in your budget, it's required for drivers in most places. But do you know ways to reduce how much you pay for car insurance? This blog post covers six tips that will help you save money on your car insurance policy. Follow these tips, and you...
How To Spend Less on Your Clothes
Are you looking for ways to save money? One of the things you can do to save some cash is to change how you shop for clothes. Here are ideas to help you spend less on clothing: Do You Need It? Has your closet got clothes in it that you have scarcely worn? Do you often...
10 Ways to Save More and Spend Less in the Coming Year
If you want to improve your financial life and get ahead in the coming year, you need to take a proactive approach. Better finances will not just fall into your lap; if you want to do better, you need to make it happen. Saving more and spending less can seem like a daunting task,...
Best Apps for Seniors: Safety, Fun and Entertainment
If you have older loved ones in your family, you may be called up for your tech support and technological expertise. These ad hoc arrangements are common in the digital age, and they help to close the knowledge gap for seniors who are curious about the internet but not quite sure...
Special Reminder for IRA Owners Age 70½ or Over
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded IRA owners age 70½ or over of their option to transfer up to $100,000 to charity tax-free each year. These transfers, known as qualified charitable distributions or QCDs, offer eligible older Americans a great way to easily...
These Security Guidelines Can Help Keep Personal Info Safe Online
Taking online security seriously can help people keep their information safe and out of the hands of identity thieves and scammers. It only takes a few simple steps to avoid common security pitfalls. By following these tips, consumers and taxpayers can reduce the risk of losing...
Taxpayers Shouldn’t Let Gift Card Scammers Ruin the Holidays
During the holiday season, taxpayers should be aware of gift card scams thieves commonly use this time of year. Con artists will target taxpayers by asking them to pay a fake tax bill with gift cards. They may also use a compromised email account to send emails requesting gift card...