How a 529 plan affects your taxes
Learn when to include 529 plans on your taxes and what deductions you may claim.
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Oct 14, 2024
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Are home improvement loans tax deductible?
Home improvement loans are tax deductible under these specific circumstances.
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Should I take out student loans? Steps to help you decide
Here’s how to determine if taking out student loans is the right choice for you.
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How to get Perkins Loan forgiveness in 2024
The Perkins Loan program ended in 2017, but you can still get old loans forgiven.
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What is a CD loan? Your complete guide to CD-secured loans
A CD serves as collateral for this loan, but watch for restrictions.
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How to get an emergency loan in 5 simple steps
To get an emergency loan, you’ll need credit, income and debt information.
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The biggest pros and cons of bad credit loans
Consider the benefits and drawbacks to decide if a bad credit loan is a good fit.
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Will student loans take my tax refund?
If you are in default on federal loans, your 2025 tax refund could be seized.
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What is the maximum Social Security benefit?
Your maximum Social Security benefit depends highly on the age you file.
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Gen Z and soft saving: Finding the balance between financial and mental health
Here’s how young adults can live within their means while saving for the future.
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Checking account fees: What they are and how to avoid them
Here are simple steps to take to avoid paying checking account fees.
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Most haunted places in the U.S.
Think you can guess the most haunted properties in America? Our list may surprise you.
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How to get an RV loan
If you need an RV loan to pay for your recreational vehicle, you need to meet certain qualifications to find a lender.
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What is the ROI of your college degree?
Here’s how much of your salary could go toward student loan payments.
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10-year US Treasury note: What it is and how to buy
What investors should know about the 10-year Treasury, including how to buy it.
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What is a business credit card and how does one work?
Find out what a business credit card is and how this type of card works.
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How Social Security benefits are calculated
Find out how your Social Security benefits are calculated for your retirement.
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My child is going to college. Are they allowed to share their car with friends?
Communal life on college campuses encourages sharing — but cars might be an exception.
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Your car insurance company wants your data. Is it worth the discount?
Privacy concerns may prevent some drivers from adopting telematics programs.
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CDs or fixed annuities: Which is a better way to save for retirement?
CDs and fixed annuities can be great retirement options. Here are the differences.
5 min read Oct 11, 2024
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