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Can I Afford To Get My Master’s Degree?
Many graduates are so buried in debt by the time they earn their Bachelor’s degrees they are hesitant to pursue their educations…
May 3, 2012Articles
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Move Along, Nothing to See Here
It’s been a full two weeks since anything new has hit this site. I’d call that a record! Believe me when I…
April 30, 2012
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4th Annual Earth Day Is My Birthday Giveaway
I have the distinct honor of sharing my birthday with Earth Day on April 22. For the past three years, I’ve celebrated…
April 15, 2012
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The Procrastinator’s Guide To Filing Income Taxes Infographic
It’s no secret that I file my taxes late every year. This year is no difference. Based on the lines at my…
April 12, 2012
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GE Adds Manufacturing Jobs In The U.S.
GE is investing $800 million in its appliance arm. That means there are new jobs opening right here in the United States.…
April 9, 2012
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Ten IRS Tax Audit Red Flags
I’ve been doing my own taxes since I was 16. It’s really not that hard when your taxes aren’t too complicated. That…
April 2, 2012
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Chance To Win Half A Billion Dollars? Yes, Please!
My friend Len Penzo does an occasional 100 word or less post, so I’m stealing borrowing his idea for this one. All…
March 30, 2012
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Nine Tax Deductions That Prostitutes Can Claim
I had an interesting conversation with my cousin over lunch – which she made me pay for, damn college student – as…
March 28, 2012YIAC
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High School Students Do Taxes for Free
This innovative new program is helping high school student become certified tax preparers while helping low-income individuals get their taxes prepared for…
March 26, 2012
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Get Out Of Debt in 2012: Fix Your Credit Report
We have been going through the process of getting our finances in order so that we can get out of debt or…
March 23, 2012
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Four Ways to Upgrade Your Teen’s First Car on a Budget
You probably remember your first car fondly, no matter how much of a beater it was. It no doubt gave you your…
March 19, 2012
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Calculating Your Mortgage Payments with Excel
I have friend who is getting married in the next two months. While his fiance is busy planning the big white wedding…
March 14, 2012