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Does the IRS have your money?
The agency says it has refunds worth $1.1 billion just waiting to be claimed.
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Buy a home or rent? It’s not as simple as that
Here are nine questions you should ask before you even start looking for a home.
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When a $4,000 dress becomes a symbol of frugality
As an actress, there’s an expectation that Tiffany Haddish has to look the Hollywood part.
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It’s not fun to do a ‘paycheck checkup’ — but do it anyway
Use an IRS calculator to find out if your withholdings match your actual tax obligation.
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Setting up an IRS online account is well worth your while
It’s one way to keep an eye out for suspicious activity with your federal tax return.
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Same old tax scam, but with a new and troubling twist
Fake refunds are direct deposited into taxpayers’ real bank accounts.
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How much should you be saving?
I love hearing from my readers about their financial conundrums, and this month their questions included everything from…
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Debunking 4 myths about black wealth
“African-Americans who achieved wealth were often attacked, demonized, or swindled.”
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Check your paycheck — you might be getting too much money
With the new tax law comes a home assignment.
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Coping in a marriage with your financial opposite
A dating couple recently asked my husband and me, “What’s the secret to a good marriage?”
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Stop charging me to attend your private celebrations
I’ve been at events when others skip out without paying their share.
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Medicare costs take big bite out of Social Security income
By 2030, medical fees not covered by Medicare will consume half of seniors’ Social Security benefits.
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Bitcoin investing is sexy. But is the risk worth the thrill?
Already this year, bitcoin has seen heart-stopping drops, prompting more consumer warnings.
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Want to save more money? Try these three financial fasts
You can try the food fast, a clothing fast, or the 21-day financial fast.
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Make sure you don’t miss the memo for financial freedom
Economic empowerment for low- to moderate-income individuals and families.
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The Social Security benefits debate: Take it early or wait?
You need to consider cash needs, health, family longevity, taxes and your working status.
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Don’t spend more than you can afford for your child’s college
Saying no to a child’s dream school can seem like a betrayal.
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Start out your new year with these money mantras
I’m overly obsessed and stressed about having enough money for retirement.
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Don’t be fooled by the word ‘sale’
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … for bargain hunters.
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Start off the new year looking at your taxes
You won’t see the GOP’s tax overhaul’s impact on your tax return until 2019.