By Mighty MaxSpring – It’s the dreamlike time of year when the weather is heating up, the landscape is brimming with color, and we turn our attention to a new season. It’s also when we dust off the cobwebs, break out the broom and tidy up our homes. During the dormant months of winter, it’s easy to . . .
Read More from Spring Cleaning with MaxTax deductions aren’t just for the super-rich. Many deductions help middle and lower income individuals. Some of those deductions are common, like deducting auto expenses for business travel, and some are less commonly known, such as deducting the storage unit fees for your move. Then there are some downright, unusual deductions that are surprisingly acceptable (within the right . . .
Read More from Outlandish Tax Deductions You’ve Never Heard of But May Be Eligible ForBy Mighty MaxBy Mighty MaxDo you and your money care about the same things? By Heather Marshall, CFPC, MPP; Educator, AAA Fair Credit Foundation/Utah Saves As the old adage goes “Actions speak louder than words.” On the topic in question, it is fair to say spending is an action that implies values. Which explains why the nature of finances . . .
Read More from Do you and your money care about the same things?By Mighty MaxBy Justin Chu, Program Associate, Taxpayer Opportunity Network Every year, the middle of April marks the end of the federal tax return filing season. For many Americans, that can mean seemingly endless forms, paystubs, and other paperwork. However, tax time can also be a unique opportunity for saving for your future! You can maximize tax . . .
Read More from Make Your Tax Refund Work for YouBy Mighty MaxHi there! Max here, with the first installment of my DIY home improvement tip series! With all of the chilly weather we’ve been experiencing, I wanted to share some helpful tips to keep the cold out and the warmth inside your home. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that as much as one third of . . .
Read More from DIY Home Improvement: Insulating Your WindowsOn the 3rd Monday of February, we celebrate Presidents’ Day in the U.S. to honor George Washington, our first president born on February 22, 1732, and Abraham Lincoln, our 16th president born on February 12, 1809. It is also commonly recognized as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents. For many years, it was celebrated on February . . .
Read More from Happy Presidents’ Day!The history of Valentine’s Day and the story of its origin is somewhat of a mystery. We do know that February has long been celebrated as a month of romance and that Valentine’s Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and Ancient Roman tradition. The day of romance we call Valentine’s Day dates back to the 5th century (401 to 500 AD). . . .
Read More from Happy Valentine’s Day!By Mighty MaxValentine’s Day is right around the corner and while a night out on the town is the usual go-to, it’s not always the easiest on your wallet. If your New Year’s resolution is to get your finances in order, you don’t have to lose sight of your goals in order to impress your mate. With . . .
Read More from Valentine’s Dates on a BudgetGroundhog Day is observed on February 2nd, each year in the United States and Canada. For a nice welcomed break during the winter, the groundhog awakens from his nap and goes outside to see if he can see his shadow. It is believed by many that if the groundhog sees his shadow that there will . . .
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