Money Matters

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Trust mills: What to watch out for

If you've never heard of a trust mill, consider yourself lucky, but also be wary. There's a growing segment of trust “advisors” trying to convince…

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10 ways to jump-start your credit repair

Use these tips to help repair your credit history and understand how credit ratings work.

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What does travel insurance cover?

Whether you are traveling by land, water, or air, you may want to consider purchasing travel insurance prior to your trip. There are many benefits to…

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Sole proprietorship taxes: How are sole proprietorships taxed?

The decision whether to operate your small business as a sole proprietorship or corporation has some major tax implications. Do you know what they…

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Financial planning: The basics

Financial planning isn't just for the rich. It's for everyone, young and old, and the best time to get started is now, beginning with these basic…

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The financial planning process: Why and how to include estate planning

Creating a solid personal financial plan involves more than just budgeting and saving money. It should also include some estate planning—starting…

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10 key tax deductions for your small business

Own a small business? You may benefit from utilizing these 10 deductions to lower your taxable income. Key deductions include those for home office…

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What are inheritance taxes?

Inheritance taxes are only collected in a handful of states, but if they apply to your inheritance, you're going to want to know the basics—and…

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What is goodwill in business?

The success of businesses with lots of goodwill is much greater than businesses without it. But figuring out the value of that goodwill is…

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Do I need to file a tax return for an LLC with no activity?

Even if your LLC didn’t do any business last year, you may still have to file a federal tax return.

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