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Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read
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.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20226 min read
Tax Benefits Available to Disabled Taxpayers
Many disabled individuals qualify for tax credits and other benefits. Here are a few of them:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read
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.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
How Understanding the ‘Rule of 72’ Helps You Make Personal Finance Decisions
Learn more about how compound interest works with the "rule of 72."

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 202210 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20225 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read
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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