Tax tips: homeowners insurance

The purpose of home insurance is obvious. The tax rules surrounding home insurance, though, aren't always so clear. For example, if your insurance... Read the full article

Education tax credits

It's tax time, and your kitchen table is littered with papers and forms. As if this isn't bad enough, you recently paid your child's college semester... Read the full article

Taxation of investments

It's nice to own stocks, bonds, and other investments. Nice, that is, until it's time to fill out your federal income tax return. At that point, you... Read the full article

Tax planning for the self-employed

Self-employment is the opportunity to be your own boss, to come and go as you please, and oh yes, to establish a lifelong bond with your accountant.... Read the full article

Tax planning for income

The goal of income tax planning is to minimize your federal income tax liability. You can achieve this in different ways. Typically, though, you'd... Read the full article

Teaching your child about money

Ask your five-year old where money comes from, and the answer you'll probably get is "From a machine!" Even though children don't always understand... Read the full article

Getting started: establishing a financial safety net

In times of crisis, you don't want to be shaking pennies out of a piggy bank. Having a financial safety net in place can ensure that you're protected... Read the full article

Insurance concerns of divorcing couples

Few life changes are of more consequence than a divorce. In addition to the financial and emotional difficulties, you'll face special concerns about... Read the full article