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Pointers from the pros on smart retirement planning, loans, college savings, real estate and investments.

deductions
Jun 14th, 2013

Does the IRS Need to Know About Your Garage Sale?

‘Tis the season for garage sales and yard sales! Even though Craigslist and eBay seem to be the go-to way to sell off your old stuff, garage sales are still thriving.Yes, people still cruise up to their neighbors’ driveways to score some old CDs and questionable bedroom décor. Averaging $4.2 million in weekly revenue, garage [...]

budgeting
Jun 11th, 2013

Roadtrip in Style this Summer – Car-Buying Tips

Ed note: Summer is here, which means it’s time to roll the windows down, turn the music up and hit the road with your friends and family. Don’t want to do it in that old clunker you’ve been meaning to upgrade? No worries. MoneyNing’s David Ning is here to tell you how you can get [...]

child care
Jun 4th, 2013

Your Kids Get Summer Camp. You Get These Tax Deductions

Summer is here and with it the question of child care during these out of school months.  One answer to that question might be the annual summer day camp. They can be fun for the kids and help take the place of day care.  But did you know that The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit can [...]

budgeting
May 31st, 2013

Budget Talk: 5 Ways to Reach Your Summer Fitness Goals on the Cheap

Pursuing your health and fitness goals this summer? Don’t let money stand in your way.

career
May 29th, 2013

Is Your Teen Looking for a Summer Job? Try These Tips

Ed Note: Yesterday, we talked you through some essential tax tips for teens picking up their first paid gig. But some of you wanted us to take a step back and discuss the best way to even land that summer gig in the first place. You’re in luck: Kelly Whalen from The Centsible Life joins [...]

budgeting
May 16th, 2013

Making a Big Investment? Keep the Taxes in Mind

You’ve saved up the cash, and you’re ready to shell out for a car, your new home or some hot growth stock. But before you invest, make sure you’ve considered the tax implications of your major purchase.