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The profit you make from the sale of your home may be tax exempt. Restrictions and limits apply. Here's why.

Tax Rules When Selling Your Home The tax rules governing profits you realize from the sale of your home have changed in recent years.

Committed to increasing your financial literacy? Don't be afraid to ask questions.

The Financial Literacy Crisis Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

There are billions in unclaimed dollars in the US. Is some of that yours?

Surprise! You’ve Got Money! Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

What can a fairy tale teach us about goal-setting success? Watch our video and find out.

Once Upon a Goal Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

Pay off debt or invest the money? Things to consider before you commit to either option.

Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest? This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.

Do you carry a balance on your credit card? Learn how long it may take to pay off the entire debt.

Paying Off a Credit Card Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.

The sooner you begin investing, the longer your money can work for you.

The Cost of Procrastination Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.

Do you know the best way to set your child up for collegiate success? Make sure with this miniature guide to financial aid options.

Financial Aid for Students 101 Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.

You won’t believe what these taxpayers tried to get away with.

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

Some simple, inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.

A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.

Mortgage lenders consider many personal factors when deciding whether you can afford a home.

How Much Home Can I Afford? With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.

Many retirees have discovered the benefits of a retirement spent in the great outdoors. Are you ready to do the same?

Retiring Wild: National Parks and You Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.

Protect yourself from identity theft.

To Catch a Thief Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.

Some firms create a “sources and uses of funds” statement to evaluate operations. What does yours say?

What Is My Current Cash Flow? Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.

Learn more about whether you need to pay estimated taxes.

You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If… Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.

Ever wonder about those free credit scores you get once a year?

The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?

Despite challenges from rising yields and credit downgrades, stocks staged a late-month rally. All eyes are now on the Fed's upcoming meeting, while National Preparedness Month reminds us to get equipped for unexpected challenges.

Monthly Market Insights | September 2023 After sliding for much of last month on rising yields, credit rating downgrades, and economic weakness out of China, stocks staged a late-August rally to help trim losses.

Bi-weekly mortgage payment can potentially accelerate your mortgage payoff. Sound interesting?

Bi-Weekly Payments This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

The IRS can tax up to 85% of Social Security benefits. It may be possible to manage the tax bill.

Social Security Taxes Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.

Do your kids have the right stuff for college?

Countdown to College Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

Here are 4 unexpected locations that make great places to your .

Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.

If you want to avoid any potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.

Do You Owe The AMT? If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.

The average college senior graduates with credit card debt. How will your kids manage money?

Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon? You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?

Concerned about identity theft? Some things to leave at home.

Please Leave Home Without It Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.

Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment.

How to Appeal Your Property Taxes For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

Have a kid heading off to college? Here are a few tips.

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

Here’s a look at what goes into creating a $20 bill and what determines when a bill’s lifespan ends.

Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill How long does a $20 bill last?

What does it actually cost to raise a child? You might be surprised.

The Half Million Dollar Baby The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.

Do you know the ins and outs of charitable giving? It's more complicated than you may think. Learn more now.

Year-End Charitable Gifting and You This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.