Shopping Online More? So Are the Thieves!
As people spend more time at home and shopping less in person, many have turned to online shopping for almost everything they need.
These Sites and Articles May Help You Weather the Impact of the Coronavirus
Some of these are from major newspapers which are providing free access to many articles.
July 15 Tax-Filing Deadline is Fast Approaching. Have You Filed Yet?
If you haven't filed your 2019 federal income taxes, you will need to file them by July 15 or request an extension.
Do You Know These 8 Coronavirus Scams and Myths?
Crisis and disaster headlines typically generate misinformation and scammers try to take advantage of the situation. The novel coronavirus is no different.
Flipping Money Scams on Social Networks!
Hundreds of (young) people fall prey to money flipping scams on social media every day. It happens on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, you name it.
How to Fact Check Coronavirus Information
So, how do you determine what is factual, useful, misleading or false when it comes to the Coronavirus?
What You Need to Know About Mortgage Forbearance
What is mortgage forbearance? If you are having difficulty making your mortgage payment, you have options. Don't just stop making payments.
What Makes a Source Trustworthy?
Fake News. Newsfeed bubbles. Partisanship. We hear a lot about bias these days, from just about every direction! Isn't it unavoidable?
Can Your Credit Card Limit Be Lowered?
In this time of economic uncertainty, managing your credit card usage and your finances is more important than ever.
How Much Do You Spend on Subscriptions in a Year?
By taking the time to review all of your subscriptions and recurring payments, you can reduce unnecessary spending and increase your savings.
Make Healthy Skepticism a Habit! 10 Easy Steps to Improve Your Financial Habits
Recently, I found myself thinking of what the future may bring, and how the current pandemic will impact that. Right now, things are very uncertain for most of us.
There's a New W-4 for 2020. Here's What You Need to Know.
Your employer may ask you to complete the new W-4 but cannot require you to do so.
Needs Vs. Wants: Getting Down and Dirty with That Budget
There's broke, and then there's "digging through your couch cushions for change to buy groceries" broke. I've been both more than once in my life, and I quickly learned the difference between "needs" ...
It's Tax Time! Check Out These Helpful Tips
It's tax time. This year your federal income tax return for 2019 is due on Wednesday April 15, 2020. The following tips can help you with filing your taxes.
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Predators
There's a lot at stake these days, maybe more than ever before, so we have to stay vigilant against attempts to sway us without our knowledge and against our will.
Protect Your Messenger Accounts from Scammers and Hackers!
Are you on a messenger platform or program? Like WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat and the like? Are you aware of how many scams are happening on these platforms? Learn more...
Talking About a Rip-Off!
Have you ever been scammed? It's terrible, no matter how much money you lose. But how do scams happen, and what can you learn from others who have been through this before?
Are You a Sucker for Student Loans?
It's worth taking some time, effort, and ingenuity to figure out how to make it work for you. So go for it! Learn, grow, improve your prospects!
IRS Extends Filing Deadline. Should You Wait?
The IRS has extended the federal income tax filing due date to July 15, 2020. This applies to all taxpayers. You don't have to apply for this extension.
How-Many-Factor-Authentication?
How many online accounts do you have? Are they safe from hackers and scammers? If so, that means you've probably been careful, or at least lucky.
