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Financial Rules of Thumb

Financial rules of thumb are designed to be broad, simple guidelines that give consumers a way to save, spend and invest wisely.
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How Rules of Thumb May (or May Not) Work for You

Financial rules of thumb are designed to be broad, simple guidelines that give consumers a way to save, spend and invest wisely.

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The Rule of 72 and the Power of Compound Interest

Would you rather have one million dollars or a penny that doubles in value each day for four weeks?

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The 50/30/20 Budgeting Rule

The 50/30/20 budgeting rule offers a simple yet effective way to organize your spending and saving.

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Retirement Planning: Investing Rules of Thumb

Using financial rules of thumb regarding your investment targets and diversification offers a starting for creating a plan that suits your goals.

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The 90/100 Rule for Student Loan Debt

Keeping student loan debt aligned with or below starting salaries may set new graduates on a path to financial success.

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Facts About Taxes

This week, we'll explore strategies for a successful tax season. Whether you're a first-time filer or a seasoned pro, learn how to take advantage of tax credits, make the most of a refund, avoid common errors, plus more.

1040 Tax Form and Refund Check

Tax Return Basics

An introduction to this week's coverage of common tax return challenges for a variety of workers.

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Tips for First-Time Filers

By understanding the basic ideas outlined here, you'll be able to complete the filing process quickly and painlessly and...

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Tax Tips for Gig Workers

Gig workers have a few distinct advantages that other workers don't always enjoy, like possibly working from home or...

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Ten Common Tax Mistakes

Even a small error can have large repercussions when it comes to tax filing. Here are 10 top errors and how to avoid...

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Important Tax Credits

Smart use of tax credits can make a huge difference for people struggling to pay for childcare, education or retirement...

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What to Know Before Filing an Extension

Filing an extension is an easy process, but it doesn't give you extra time to pay without incurring interest on the...

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Making the Most of Your Refund

Unlock the full potential of your tax refund with these ideas for investing it wisely.

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