by Michele Cagan | Feb 19, 2018 | Do Your Own Taxes, Personal Finance
You won’t know it’s a problem until you try to file your tax return and it comes back INVALID – but tax identity thieves may have already targeted you. Every year, they come up with new ways to steal your Social Security number and grab a tax refund in your name....
by Michele Cagan | Feb 9, 2018 | Personal Finance, Retirement Planning, Saving and Investing
UPDATED FOR 2019 If you’re self-employed, have no employees, and are looking for a place to stash a lot of retirement cash without a lot of hassle, look no further than the SEP-IRA. This amped up retirement savings plan works well for freelancers and side-giggers. (If...
by Michele Cagan | Jan 12, 2018 | Personal Finance, Saving and Investing
You’re ready to invest in mutual funds – but with thousands of funds to choose from, the options can feel overwhelming. The 6 steps below will help you quickly pinpoint the best funds for you, so you can get started right away. Once you’ve figured out the types of...
by Michele Cagan | Jan 10, 2018 | Personal Finance
$219. That was my vet bill today for annual routine vet visits for my two dogs. And as I paid the bill, it got me thinking about how much I spend on these guys every year. I don’t regret adopting them – not for a second. But I wish I’d thought more about the long-term...
by Michele Cagan | Jan 9, 2018 | Personal Finance, Retirement Planning, Saving and Investing
If your child earns income from a job – even if it’s working for you – it’s time to open a Roth IRA. Better than a regular savings account, all the money invested through a Roth IRA grows tax-free. And since your child almost certainly qualifies for the lowest...
by Michele Cagan | Jan 9, 2018 | Do Your Own Taxes, Owning Your Own Business, Personal Finance
They’re two of the hardest jobs in the world: being a parent and running your own business. But with a few simple strategies, you can win at both, and teach your kids some valuable lessons along the way. For the pre-school set, childcare is key When your kids are too...
