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How to Get the Most Out of Your 401(k)

Posted on February 23rd, 2012 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

Most people realize that they should be contributing to a 401(k). However, most people don’t know how to manage their 401(k). Guest blogger Ms. Money Savvy gives a few easy rules to keep you on the right track.

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10 common tax mistakes you can avoid

Posted on February 23rd, 2012 by Alexis Cala No Comments
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It may not seem like a big deal, but even the smallest mistake can lead to tax troubles. Sometimes it’s as simple as one number off or a missing signature. But, big or small, these tax mistakes can delay your refund and cause a serious (avoidable) headache.

So, make sure you have everything you need to file your taxes and give them a double or triple check to avoid these common mistakes:

  1. Not signing or dating your return
  2. Selecting the wrong filing status (single, married filing jointly, etc.)
  3. Including the wrong social security number or ITIN, or not including one at all
  4. Not waiting for all of your tax forms (1099, W2, etc.) and estimating your taxes
  5. Simple math errors
  6. Using the wrong tax table for your tax bracket
  7. Sending your return to the wrong address – if you’re filing a paper return use the peel off sticker if you can
  8. Using the wrong banking information for your refund. See how to find your routing and account numbers.
  9. Miscalculating your EITC – avoid this one with MyTaxBack
  10. Not including or miscalculating the Making Work Pay Credit

Of course, having an extra pair of eyes can help prevent some of these common tax mistakes. Why take your chances? File your state and federal taxes online or in person for Free at MyFreeTaxes.com.

New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep: 7 tips on employment

Posted on December 22nd, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

On PIC Daily you will find a series of articles on resolutions that you can actually keep, with helpful tips to make them happen! Here are resolutions on employment.

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New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep: 5 tips on personal finances

Posted on December 21st, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

On PIC Daily you will find a series of articles on resolutions that you can actually keep, with helpful tips to make them happen! Here are personal finance resolutions.

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New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep: 5 tips on learning

Posted on December 20th, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne 2 Comments

On PIC Daily you will find a series of articles on resolutions that you can actually keep, with helpful tips to make them happen! Here are resolutions on learning.

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New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep: 6 tips on a healthy body

Posted on December 15th, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

On PIC Daily you will find a series of articles on resolutions that you can actually keep, with helpful tips to make them happen! First up: Healthy Body!

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12 Financial New Year’s Resolutions for 2012

Posted on December 13th, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

If one of your New Year’s resolutions for 2012 is to improve your finances in some way, join the club! Lynnette Khalfani-Cox gives us 12 crucial and doable financial goals worth putting on your list of New Year’s resolutions for 2012.

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Free video help: First Lady Obama on staying active in cold climates

Posted on December 5th, 2011 by Alley Pezanoski-Browne No Comments

It’s hard to exercise when the weather gets cold. But First Lady Obama has some good ideas in this video about how to stay active when you can’t get to the park or the gym.

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