Category Archives: Savings

What Makes You Feel Rich?

I recently read an article about what makes people feel rich.  Immediately, I started to think about myself and my current financial situation.  I am not a millionaire.  I do not have rich parents and I have a 9 to … Continue reading

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Yet another great way to save.

  If you are like most people, saving money can be a bit challenging.  Well how about splitting your direct deposit check amongst several bank accounts.   The month of May is National Direct Deposit and Direct Payment Month.  This is … Continue reading

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Men vs. Women: Who is better at personal finances?

I was reading an article about personal finance regarding which sex is better at managing the finances.  The article mentioned that women are better at personal finance because we are more organized and pay more attention to detail.  Although in … Continue reading

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Save Money on Childcare

I just had to share this article.  Great advice for parents considering the current state of the economy. http://www.smartmoney.com/spending/deals/8-ways-to-save-money-responsibly-on-baby-care/     Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter: http:// twitter.com/1stCapAdvise    

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Ten Tips to Help You Choose a Tax Preparer

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2013-07 Inside This Issue Many people look for help from professionals when it’s time to file their tax return. If you use a paid tax preparer to file your federal income tax return this year, the … Continue reading

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Six Social Media Tools to Help You Get Free Tax Information

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-10 Inside This Issue The IRS uses a variety of technologies to help you get the tax information you need. Here are six ways the IRS uses social media to share information on tax changes, … Continue reading

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Eleven Tips for Taxpayers Who Owe Money to the IRS

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-13 Inside This Issue Most taxpayers get a refund from the Internal Revenue Service when they file their tax returns. For those who don’t get a refund, the IRS offers several options to pay their … Continue reading

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Beware of Bogus IRS Emails

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2013-19 Inside This Issue The IRS receives thousands of reports every year from taxpayers who receive emails out-of-the-blue claiming to be from the IRS. Scammers use the IRS name or logo to make the message appear … Continue reading

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Social Security Benefits and Your Taxes

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2013-24 Inside This Issue Some people must pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. If you get Social Security, you should receive a Form SSA-1099, Social Security Benefit Statement, by early February. The form shows the … Continue reading

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Tax Help ‘en Español’

Issue Number:    IRS Tax Tip 2013-14 Inside This Issue Tax information can be tough to understand in any language. It may be more difficult to understand if it is not in your first language. The IRS offers a wide range of … Continue reading

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