What I Wish I Knew About Taxes for Freelancers When I Started
I write about money for a living. You would think that fact alone would protect me against some, if not…
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How to Manage Taxes with a Full-Time Job and a Side Gig
The first year I started a side gig in addition to my day job, I had no clue about quarterly…
How to Get Health Insurance as a Freelancer
One of your biggest expenses as a freelancer — after income and other taxes — might be health care coverage…
What The Self-Employed Should Know About Filing Taxes
Updated for tax year 2017 Whether you call yourself a freelancer, a solopreneur, independent contractor, part of the gig economy,…
Education Tax Benefits: Can They Help You Pay for College?
Many people know if they pay tuition, they may qualify for tax benefits when they file their tax returns the…
It’s Taxable: Report Your Tip Money as Income
Updated for tax year 2017 If you work at a job where you normally receive tips, you understand how that…
9 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Day
Weddings are known as a once in a lifetime event. But, while choosing the perfect venue and finding a beautiful gown…
7 Steps to Complete a Mid-Year Financial Check-Up
Annual wellness check-ups are a great way to keep tabs on your health and ensure you’re making the right choices…
What to Expect When You Meet with a Financial Advisor
Whether you’re struggling to reach your financial goals or have a good start toward wealth prosperity, meeting with a financial…
How to Start a Side Hustle and Stop Stressing About Saving
Pay yourself first. Set financial goals. Automate your savings. It doesn’t matter which version of this personal finance mantra you’ve…
Keep More of Your Money: Adjust Your Tax Withholdings
Updated for tax year 2018 Every year millions of Americans jump for joy when they receive their tax refund from Uncle…
Racing the Clock: How to Beat the Tax Filing Extension Deadline
Another year, another tax return. As we inch closer to the tax extension filing deadline, you may be scrambling to…