It appears that the Northern Rock saga will probably continue to roll on (pun!) until next year. Pity. Don’t worry though, the reputation of British banking and future of £24 billion (and counting) of tax payers money is in the hands of the Daily Mail readership’s financial expertise. "Close all branches, make all staff redundant, […]
5 Tax Breaks You Weren’t Thinking of For Your Small Business
Small business owners everywhere know the importance of running a tight ship. Rent, labor, and operating costs all hit smaller companies the hardest, so keeping cash drainage to a minimum is key. Tax breaks, deductions, and credits are crucial for keeping small operations afloat. As helpful as these can be, they also have a […]
How Trump’s Tax Reform May Affect Your Taxes
Tax season isn’t everyone’s favorite time of the year, but don’t let a new reform overwhelm you. President Trump’s Tax Reform Act was passed on December 22nd, 2017. The Act is designed to cut income tax rates, it doubles the Standard Deduction, and eliminates many personal exemptions. The individual changes became effective January 1st, 2018, […]
What to Do When You Can’t Afford Your Taxes
Tax season can be harrowing, especially for those that find they owe the IRS money. If you can’t tackle your tax bill in its entirety this tax season, don’t give up. There are options, but they take strategic planning and a bit of elbow grease. Let’s get started. File Your Tax Return Anyway Tax deadlines […]
Five Tax Rules Every FD Investor Should Know
A lot of Indians see bank deposits as a good investment option. Fixed deposits (FDs) are the type of financial services which are considered as old and safe to save some funds by many. Fixed deposits are a risk-free way to save some money in case of emergencies. As the name suggests, a preset amount […]
Best board games to teach money management & investment
Image credit: stock.tookapic.com The desire to achieve financial freedom is present in everyone – the ability to do whatever you want in life without worrying about your income or spending. This is probably why you can find many courses and workshops revolving around topics such as managing finances, maximizing profits, and investing wisely. These topics […]