Couples consistently report finances as the leading cause of stress in their relationship. Here are a few tips to avoid conflict with your long-term partner or spouse.   Be transparent. Be honest with each other about your financial status. As you enter a committed relationship, each partner should learn about the status of the other person’s…

Don’t forget the taxman! From supplementing their current income to replacing income that was lost because of layoffs, the pandemic or other reasons, many people have started side hustles over the past 2 years to help make ends meet. If you currently have a side hustle, don’t forget about the tax implications from earning extra…

As a busy working parent, you may be on the lookout for activities that are available for your kids this summer. There may be a solution that’s also a tax break: Summer camp! Using the Child and Dependent Care Credit, you can be reimbursed for part of the cost of enrolling your child in a…

Keeping your taxes as low as possible requires paying attention to your financial situation throughout the year. Now that you’ve filed your 2021 tax return, here are some tips for getting a head start on tax planning for your 2022 return:   Check your paycheck withholdings. Now is a good time to check your tax withholdings…