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7 Ways to Keep Your Divorce from Damaging Your Credit

There’s so much going on during a divorce that it’s easy to overlook things that aren’t problems yet … like your credit score. Getting a divorce doesn’t do anything to your credit by itself, but sometimes the aftermath can damage or destroy your credit. That can...

Divorce and Taxes: 5 Things You Need to Know

Divorce and Taxes: 5 Things You Need to Know

If you’re dealing with divorce, taxes can be get confusing and sometimes contentious. That's especially true when there are children in the mix. And if you haven’t managed the taxes before , it can feel really overwhelming. The best thing you can do is ask questions –...

Divorce and Taxes: 11 Questions You Need Answered

Divorce and Taxes: 11 Questions You Need Answered

If you’re in the middle of a divorce or have just come through the other side, income taxes can be very confusing and sometimes contentious … especially when there are children in the mix. And if you haven’t had to deal with a tax return in the past (other than...

Beware the Nanny Tax!

Beware the Nanny Tax!

What’s my risk? Consider this very common scenario: You have a nanny that you and your kids love, and she works for you until the kids start all-day kindergarten. Now out of a job, the nanny files for unemployment, and lists you as her former employer.That sets off...