by Miranda | Finance, Taxes
Many of us pay our taxes because it’s the law, or because we feel it our civic duty. But few of use actually enjoy it. And many of us have probably wondered what would happen if we didn’t pay our taxes. With millions of tax returns processed every year,...
by Tom Drake | Finance, Investing, Retirement, Taxes
One of the most popular retirement account options available is the Individual Retirement Account (IRA). And, one of the more popular versions of the IRA is the Roth version. If you want to take advantage, you need to understand the Roth IRA rules. What is a Roth IRA?...
by Miranda | Couple Finance, Finance, Taxes
Depending on your filing status, there are a number of possibilities when it comes to your tax benefits (or costs). Whether you choose to file jointly or separately can make a difference in your tax bill. And, of course, there might be a penalty in some cases, even if...
by Miranda | Finance, Taxes
As you prepare to file your taxes in 2013 (for the 2012 tax year), it’s important to be on top of things. Every year, there are changes to the tax code. This year, though, there are a few widespread impacts. Here are some things to keep in mind as you get ready...
by Miranda | Finance, Personal Finance, Taxes
As the year draws to a close, and as you are (hopefully) beginning to gather your tax documents, don’t forget that you need to be able to identify what type of income you are dealing. The IRS makes it clear that it considers earned income different from unearned...
by Miranda | Finance, Taxes
There’s a lot of talk right now about what happens in January. Even though we aren’t likely to see a complete Financial Armageddon the moment the year turns over, there is plenty of speculation about what the fiscal cliff could mean for your finances in...
