The Other ‘Insurance’ Benefits You Can Count On
Most of us know about — and pay for — common types of insurance that protect us from financial risk. These include health insurance, auto...
The Middle of the Night Call – How to Protect Family Finances When Children Make Mistakes
If your children have reached adulthood, it’s likely that you’ve answered the phone and been surprised by upsetting news about a problem...
How to Calculate the Return on Your Investment
Despite files — or email folders — full of investment statements and reports, you still may not really be sure how much your money is...
Should I Pay for Home Renovations by Refinancing?
Low interest mortgage rates have given some homeowners the option to refinance their mortgage and free up extra cash, either through...
Why Getting a Tax Refund Can Be a Good Thing
Many financial experts advise taxpayers to avoid getting a big tax refund. They make the valid point that it’s silly to let the...
How to Amend Your Tax Return
You’ve submitted your tax return and the refund’s in the bank. Then a W-2 or a 1099 income tax form arrives for work you totally forgot...