Taxes

Whether you realize it or not, April 18th is a big day. That’s when taxes in the United States have to be filed. Even if you didn’t know when the filing deadline was, anyone reading this definitely knows it’s tax season. At this time of year, accounting companies are working overtime to advertise their services […]

Tax lawyers have deep, detailed, specialized knowledge of tax law. Their expertise can be essential in complex income and taxation situations. Tax attorneys help clients craft long-term strategies for reducing tax burdens. Strongly consider hiring one if you’re being audited or charged with a financial crime. With tax season in full swing, taxpayers across the […]

You can save hundreds of dollars in fees by filing yourself. File electronically to get your refund faster. Learn how to request an extension. It’s tax season again, and that means it’s time to put your return together. While millions of people hire pros to do their taxes, it can cost a pretty penny. Tax […]

Learn what to do if you’ve changed your address or need an extension. Take action if you think you may have been the victim of identity theft. Find out how long it will take to get your refund. Tax season has a reputation for being a high-stress, confusing time of year. IRS rules and regulations […]

Serious injuries and accidents happen all the time – between 20 and 50 million people are in accidents every year according to ASIRT. When an accident happens, you need an attorney’s help. Without one, insurance companies could get away with paying you less. You need to be financially compensated for your injuries and any damage […]

Owner financing allows you to make monthly payments directly to the seller of a house, bypassing the need for a traditional mortgage. This type of deal is rare, but can work for both the buyer and seller under certain conditions. There’s an increased element of risk when buying a house through owner financing, as they […]

Inflation is hitting everyone hard right now, regardless of which state (or country) you live in. Some states are seeing a higher increase in the cost of living expenses than others. The highest state inflation rate (as of May 2022) is 13.5%, costing the average household in some places up to $825 more per month. […]

If you long for a simpler life with less stress and more fun, then these 10 towns fit the bill. They show you can escape expensive city living without sacrificing culture or opportunity. Whether you’re retired or raising a family, these towns offer a high quality of life for less. Do you ever dream of […]

You’re seeing new headlines about it every day. Inflation is skyrocketing in 2022, with every new month reporting anywhere between 5% and 12%, depending on the source. In short, everything is much more expensive these days. From fuel costs to grocery bills, Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallets like never before. For retirees […]

If you’re thinking about moving to a new city, then you should consider several factors to determine if you’ll be happy there. In addition to economic indicators like the poverty rate and median household income, consider things like the crime rate. To help get you started, we’ve done the legwork and found 10 cities from […]

It’s that time of year again. The airwaves are once again full of commercials for tax relief services. They offer a promise to settle your back taxes — sometimes for just pennies on the dollar. I can still hear some of those catchy jingles in the back of my head. Maybe you can too. But […]

Tax credits reduce your tax bill on a dollar-for-dollar basis. However, deductions are what lower your taxable income. The good news is that some home improvements can make your living space better and reap you benefits on your taxes too. There are multiple tax deductible home improvements you can undertake. That new bedroom might just […]

Most of us set out to do our taxes with two specific goals in mind: try to pay as little we can to the IRS and maybe — if we’re super lucky — get a decent refund. Those are perfectly reasonable goals to aim for, but it’s not necessarily easy to recall (or even know […]

You’d think that an activity we’re required to take part in every year might be old hand by a certain age. Shouldn’t we know all there is to know about filing taxes, especially since it’s a compulsory event in which we’re all obligated to take part? But then again, think about the homemade caramel rolls […]