Archive for the 'finance' Category

Gas Spikes Lead To Alternate Fuel Popularity

Tired of paying from your bottomless wallet for gas prices that can double in no time? Commuting has grown beyond expensive for the average American household, leaving many Americans researching alternative fuel sources. Not only do these alternatives offer new tax breaks, but they can also save a great deal of money at the pump […]

Popularity: 39% [?]

Your Home: A Powerful Tax Advantage

Afraid of the big commitment? Home ownership is always an excellent investment offering discounts every year and guaranteed retirement savings. It can be one of the best investments anyone can make. Buying your principle residence is the only way you can ensure a rent- or mortgage-free lifestyle in 15- to 30-years. So you can retire […]

Popularity: 33% [?]

Medicaid Asset Protection

As tax preparation time begins, many seniors are asking to include Medicaid asset protection as part of their tax planning strategies. For those of you not familiar with the 2005 Tax Reduction Act, some of the provisions address specific transfers by seniors under the new Medicare nursing home provisions. Under the new provisions, before a […]

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Credit Score Essentials

Baseball coaches won’t make a player a designated hitter unless their batting average proves that they’re able to hit the home run! Likewise, banks and credit card companies won’t lend money to people unless there’s proof that they’ll repay the loan. Lenders look for that proof in your credit score, the “batting average” of your […]

Popularity: 31% [?]