Finance Resource

Best Tax Credits and Deductions

Blake Ellis on CNN Money highlighted 5 new tax breaks you don’t want to miss this year. They include: Home Buyers — Law has been expanded to include any new homes purchased by April 30, 2010 Students — American Opportunity credit, which can be claimed for 2009 or 2010 college and graduate school tuition, text [...]

Don’t Let Overdraft Fees Get You!

A recent entry on My Bank Tracker highlighted the increasing problem of bank overdraft fees. In their article, How to Avoid Overdraft Fees, they highlighted some tips on how to stay away from unexpected bank overdraft fees.

Solutions to Short-Term Debt

Short-term cash flow issues can lead to more devastating financial problems if they’re not resolved quickly. When you’re faced with an unanticipated outlay of cash for a broken down car, medical bill or emergency travel expense, consider the following financial safety nets. Savings accounts The wisest way to plan for the inevitable, it’s a smart [...]

How to Save Money on Home Utilities without Sacrificing Comfort

As all homeowners know, utility bills can be expensive. There are a lot of tips out there that tell you how to save money with your utilities, but it usually comes with the cost of losing comfort. For example, a common suggestion is to set your air conditioner to 78 degrees. However, if you’re like [...]