Students may want to start their credit journey with a new card. But being eligible for a traditional credit card can be difficult when you have limited income and bad credit history.This...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 09/03/2022
Now, consumers can benefit from education and complaints through the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The administration heads banks, lenders, and big nonbanking institutions,...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 08/24/2022
Not all debts are the same. Although most forms of lending carry risk, certain lending decisions are more likely to send you into a downward debt spiral. We call them debt traps.It's...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 08/11/2022
Marriage is a lifetime commitment in most regions. The responsibility affects your lifestyle, finance, and career. Having a joint savings or investment account can strengthen marriage...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 07/31/2022
Identity theft is not limited to criminals opening credit cards and collecting debts in your name - your return is also at risk. While the IRS works hard to combat fraudulent returns,...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 07/09/2022
Keeping old tax records can save you time and effort if you are audited or need to file an amended tax return. Previous tax returns can also help you document your income when applying...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/24/2022
Do you want your children to do better financially than you? Do you want them to stick to a budget and invest in their future? Financial education is essential.A 2018 National Financial...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/11/2022
The IRS may come requesting the previous record, and it is bad for you to have none. In such a case, you may face serious financial penalties. However, having a record for various...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 06/10/2022
If you know you'll get a refund at tax time; filing taxes can be a lot of fun. But if you suspect you owe the IRS money that you don't have, it can be difficult to even begin...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 03/31/2022
