When to claim children as dependents on your taxes
Updated 01/01/18 to reflect new amounts for 2017 tax season Parents with young adult children face a complicated decision when it comes to filing their taxes: should they be claimed as dependents?
Eight Tips for Becoming a Smart Spender
When it comes to beefing up your finances, it’s not all about having a solid savings plan. You also must know how to spend money wisely.
How to Save for Long-Term Health-Care Costs
Many Americans aren't saving enough for retirement, leaving even less--or no--funds to cover any unexpected or long-term health-care expenses.
EA vs. CPA: Which is Right for You?
If you've decided to seek professional help filing your taxes this year it is important to find the most appropriate person for the job at the best price.
When to Hire Tax Help
Wage-earning taxpayers who don't itemize deductions can usually prepare their own tax returns without making mistakes, but experts advise more complicated returns may require a professional.
When to Spend, Save or Invest Your Tax Refund
Strategically using your tax refund is one of the smartest money moves you can make all year long.
Who Needs ZIP Codes? Other Ways Merchants Can Glean Customer Information
The California Supreme Court's ruling that the state's merchants can no longer ask customers for their ZIP code have some merchants scrambling for new ways to target their customers, but there are steps small businesses to collect valuable customer information.
Who Needs ZIP Codes? Other Ways Merchants Can Glean Customer Information
The California Supreme Court's ruling that the state's merchants can no longer ask customers for their ZIP code have some merchants scrambling for new ways to target their customers, but there are steps small businesses to collect valuable customer information.
What You Need to Know Before Buying Foreign Property
If you are interested in purchasing a home outside of the U.S. free or subsidized familiarization tours can be helpful if you know what you are looking for.