What Exactly Is A Tax ID Number?
When it comes to tax ID numbers, this actually refers to a group of identification numbers used by the IRS. From SSNs to ITINs, here's a closer look at each.
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12 Simple Tricks To Improve Your Credit Score
Building your credit score doesn't have to be only a long-term game. There are ample quick and easy steps you can take to see progress.
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13 Tricks To Save You Money When Buying Gas
Gas is expensive, and global tensions only exacerbate this. Fortunately, if you must drive a gas-powered vehicle, there are ways to cut the cost.
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The Most Important Tax Breaks You Need To Know
Tax time can be stressful, but these tips can help you cut down on what you owe based on common factors that apply to many people.
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The Biggest Crypto Scams To Look Out For In 2024
Beyond bitcoin, the cryptocurrency market is home to thousands more altcoins. If you're new to digital currency this year, beware of these five crypto scams.
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How Much Extra Money Do NFL Players Make During The Playoffs?
While you may know NFL players get paid extra for winning the Super Bowl, their bonuses begin by making the postseason. Here's what they can earn each round.
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11 Car Leasing Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs
Leasing a car isn't always the smart option, but if you opt for this route there are several negotiation points you can take advantage of.
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Which State Has The Highest Tax Burden?
Three tax types comprise a state's tax burden: property taxes, personal income taxes, and sales/excise taxes. Four total states have a double-digit tax burden.
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Which State Has The Lowest Tax Burden?
Nine U.S. states don't levy a tax on earned income. However, tax burden is more than just income; it's all the ways a person is taxed at the state/local level.
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How Getting Divorced Affects Your Tax Returns
While divorce will obviously change a person's tax filing status, there are other tax implications to think about now too, like assets, credits, and deductions.
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Money Scams To Watch Out For In 2024
Protect your money by learning about the latest scams, which use new technology, like AI, as well as old tactics, like impersonation, to perpetrate fraud.
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Sneaky Ways Amazon Tricks You Into Spending More Money
Shopping on Amazon is convenient and generally affordable -- but the company has optimized its business to maximize your spending.
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The Simple Way To Tell Which Federal Tax Bracket You're In
To figure out your tax bracket, you need to know your taxable income; then check it against the seven income brackets: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%.
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Can You Deduct Gambling Losses On Your Taxes?
From casinos to sports betting to iGaming, a lot more people are gambling these days, but, likely, many may not know the tax rules on winnings and losses.
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The Worst-Performing Stocks Of 2023
Last year was a banner year for the U.S. stock market, but not all stocks shared in the year-end surge, like these five companies, which lost the most in 2023.
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How To Know When You Should Itemize Your Taxes
Based on IRS data, only about 10% of taxpayers itemize their tax returns; however, this number will likely increase once the 2017 tax law expires to end 2025.
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How Much Money Do Background Actors Really Get Paid?
Background actors (extras) are essential to a film or television production's authenticity. For those in LA, NYC, and Atlanta, it can even become a regular gig.
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Will Energy Prices Finally Fall In 2024?
For consumers hoping for energy prices to fall in 2024, numbers suggest the opposite will happen. Here's a look at factors impacting this increase in rates.
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Tips That Can Get You A Smoking Deal On A Hotel Room
Finding the best deal on a hotel room comes down to timing, doing thorough research, and occasionally, being willing to hop on the phone.
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Dave Ramsey's Worst Financial Advice
Dave Ramsey is a financial guru known for being very opinionated in his advice, but it turns out that some of that advice misses the mark.
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What Really Happens If You Don't Pay Your Medical Bills
While the impact of medical debt on credit reports has gotten better, there are still consequences if you don't try and pay a debt you've verified you owe.
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How Long Should You Hold On To Your Tax Returns?
After successfully filing your return, does this mean you're done with your tax records for the year? No, you'll want to hang on to them. And for this long.
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Telltale Signs Of QR Code Scams To Watch Out For
QR codes are everywhere these days, but as with anything popular, criminals have found a way to exploit this technology. Here are signs of a scam to look for.
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The Biggest Mistakes New Users Make On Sports Betting Apps
With sports betting legal in over 30 states, there are new sports bettors joining apps every day. If this includes you, here are a few rookie mistakes to avoid.
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Telltale Signs Of Facebook Marketplace Scams To Watch Out For
With over 1 billion users, Facebook Marketplace might very well have that hard-to-find item you've been searching for, but as you do, beware of the scams.
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This Is The Safest Way To Store Your Tax Returns
To keep tax returns and other important documents safe and organized, you could always go the classic route, or you could opt for a more technical solution.
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11 Most Effective Ways To Avoid Paying Taxes (Legally)
Minimizing your tax burden doesn't have to require illegal scheming or hiding assets from the government. These strategies will help.
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