5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Health Insurance Plan
The open enrollment period for 2022 health coverage runs from November 1st until January 15, 2022. This is your chance to shop around for a new plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace or update the plan you already have. You must enroll by December 15th for coverage that...
How to Have Your Best Financial Year Ever
The pandemic has made the last few years rough for a lot of people. But 2022 can be different. The new year is your chance to hit the reset button and feel good about your finances again. Use these tips to put yourself in a position to have your best financial year ever. Create...
Why Was My Credit Card Declined?
Having your credit card declined in public can be incredibly embarrassing, especially if you don’t have a backup card handy. It feels like all eyes are on you and you can’t get away fast enough. If your card is declined, the best thing to do is call the issuer immediately to find...
Will the 2022 Tax Filing Season Be Normal?
Because of the pandemic, the last two tax seasons have been anything but normal. Stimulus payments were haphazard and confusing, there were numerous tax law changes, the filing deadline was extended, and millions of taxpayers experienced refund delays. To make matters worse,...
Taxpayers Who Aren’t Eligible for the Child Tax Credit Should Look Into the Credit for Other Dependents
The credit for other dependents is a tax credit available to taxpayers for each of their qualifying dependents who can’t be claimed for the child tax credit. The maximum credit amount is $500 for each dependent who meets certain conditions. These include: Dependents who are age 17...
Fun Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Home
Until COVID-19 is behind us, the safest way to celebrate the holidays is virtually or with people you live with. Although Halloween may look a bit different than you’re used to, you can still have a scary good time. Here are some fun ways to celebrate Halloween at home. Put...
The 6 most haunted roads in America
Whether you believe it or not, some highways and byways in the U.S. have a reputation for being haunted by ghosts, UFOs and phantom hitchhikers. If you’re looking for a spooky road trip, then look no further. Taking a late-night drive on one of these roadways is sure to have you...
5 Smart Ways to Use Your Child Tax Credit Payments
Millions of parents will be receiving advance monthly payments of the child tax credit through the end of the year. Eligible families will receive $300 per child aged 5 or younger and $250 per child aged 6 – 17. How the money is spent is completely up to you. So, what’s the best...