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Crucial Steps You Can Use To Take Control of Your Finances in 2022 and Beyond

Take better control of your finances in 2022 by following these simple steps.

Tax-Free Gifting

If you have a large estate subject to the estate tax upon your death, consider ways to give some of your wealth to your loved ones now.

Tax Benefits Available to Disabled Taxpayers

Many disabled individuals qualify for tax credits and other benefits. Here are a few of them:

The Smart Money Moves That Gig Workers Need

For those without regular income or with no automatic taxes withheld, here’s how you can be methodical & responsible with income & taxes.

How Understanding the ‘Rule of 72’ Helps You Make Personal Finance Decisions

Learn more about how compound interest works with the "rule of 72."

Fall Tax Planning May Be Wise

The tax situation of every taxpayer is unique. Below you will find a list of possible tax strategies that you might find useful:

Post-Pandemic Savings Burning a Hole in Your Pocket?

Consumers resisted spending during COVID. Now, the urge to splurge is high. Nevertheless, you shouldn't overextend yourself financially:

Consumers Lost Over $500 million Due to COVID-related Fraud

A report on COVID-related fraud cost consumers nearly $500 million. As COVID-19’s cost on society becomes clearer, here’s what it shows:

Tax Ramifications of Disposing of a Vehicle

If you buy a new car, how should you deal with an old car? Options with and without tax ramifications are available:

Here’s how to take a page from the ultra-wealthy playbook and make full use of Roth IRA Accounts

Here's how ultra-wealthy individuals have accumulated millions and billions of dollars through Roth IRAs:

3 Reasons Paying Your Bills Early Will Benefit You

It may seem like paying bills early won’t change anything, but there are three important ways it makes a big difference:

4 Ways to Stop Overspending

Putting an end to overspending will help you achieve your financial goals—and it's not as hard as you might think.

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