by Michele Cagan | Jul 20, 2023 | Do Your Own Taxes, Owning Your Own Business, Single Mom CPA
This post was originally published in 2018. It has been updated recently to include new links and the latest information, so you can use these tax breaks as you start your new business. It costs money to get even the simplest business up and running from scratch. And...
by Michele Cagan | Jun 29, 2023 | Getting Divorced?, Making Ends Meet, Managing Debt, Protect Your Financial Future, Single Mom CPA, You Need to Know This
If you’ve been thinking about asking for a divorce, you may want to take a few practical steps to secure your financial situation first. Going through a divorce is hard, regardless of your financial situation. And it almost always takes a negative toll on your...
by Michele Cagan | Feb 21, 2023 | Do Your Own Taxes, Personal Finance, Single Mom CPA, You Need to Know This
Q. How can I tell whether I should take the standard deduction or itemize my deductions? A. If your itemized deductions will be more than your standard deduction, itemize away! Of course, with higher standard deductions, fewer people than ever are itemizing. But that...
by Michele Cagan | Feb 10, 2023 | Get Help When You Need It, Making Ends Meet, Protect Your Financial Future, Single Mom CPA, You Need to Know This
A financial crisis can hit at any time. And unfortunately, most people aren’t prepared for the very serious changes that can happen in their lives when one does. To be honest, creating a “crisis budget” is not on top of anyone’s to-do list, especially when you’re...
by Michele Cagan | Dec 7, 2022 | Building a Nest, Making Ends Meet, Managing Debt, Single Mom CPA
Worrying about whether you can cover all the bills this month is one of the worst feelings a single mom can have. And knowing that you definitely can’t feels even worse. When you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck, almost anything can knock your finances off course. A...
by Michele Cagan | Feb 15, 2022 | Managing Debt, Personal Finance, Protect Your Financial Future, Single Mom CPA, You Need to Know This
8 Signs To Look for to Avoid Predatory Lending Practices Are you looking for a personal loan but feel overwhelmed by your options? You’re not alone. Choosing a lender can be scary, especially with so many different companies competing for your business. So when...
