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Lying on Taxes: It's Always a Bad Idea

It may be tempting to lie on your taxes, but it's never a good idea. Find out why and tips for ensuring you're always honest in this article.

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Lying on Taxes: It's Always a Bad Idea
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Lying on Taxes: It's Always a Bad Idea

It may be tempting to lie on your taxes, but it's never a good idea. Find out why and tips for ensuring you're always honest in this article.

Kat Tretina

Tax Deductions: What You Need to Know for the 2021 Tax Year
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Tax Deductions: What You Need to Know for the 2021 Tax Year

Are you getting ready for tax season? Learn how to reduce your taxable income with these common tax exemptions.

Mackenzie Halversen

What’s a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio?
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What’s a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio?

Learn the definition of debt-to-income ratio; discover why your DTI matters, and learn how to improve your DTI.

Natalie Issa

Claiming an Elderly Parent as a Dependent and Other Caregiver Tax Benefits
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Claiming an Elderly Parent as a Dependent and Other Caregiver Tax Benefits

Tax deductions for taking care of elderly parents can be confusing. Can you claim an elderly parent as a dependent? Find out in this article from Credit.com.

Constance Brinkley-Badgett

What Is a Tax Refund Advance Loan?
Taxes

What Is a Tax Refund Advance Loan?

A tax refund advance loan gives you access to a portion of your tax refund before the IRS issues it. You don't have to wait on the IRS to process your refund. Find out about the benefits of tax refund

Natalie Issa

3 Ways to Manage Expectations When Starting Out as an Investor
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3 Ways to Manage Expectations When Starting Out as an Investor

For new investors, it’s crucial to come in prepared to a highly volatile market. Here’s how to manage your expectations as an investor.

Dmytro Spilka

Are You One of the Credit Invisible?
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Are You One of the Credit Invisible?

Are you a credit invisible? It's not a science fiction term. Find out more about this financial issue and how you can impact it today.

Kaitlyn Mahoney

10 Pros and Cons of Mortgages
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10 Pros and Cons of Mortgages

Mortgage loans are a lengthy process that requires you to have a thorough understanding of your finances. Here are the pros and cons of mortgages.

Eric Williams

9 New Year's Financial Resolutions for Better Credit, Savings, and Wealth
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9 New Year's Financial Resolutions for Better Credit, Savings, and Wealth

Want a stellar credit score this year? Empower yourself with these realistic financial resolutions and make your money work for you in 2021.

Natalie Issa

How Is Credit Limit Determined?
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How Is Credit Limit Determined?

Do credit card companies determine your credit limit? Learn the factors that determine credit card limits and the recommended cards with the highest limits.

Gerri Detweiler

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