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Tax Forms
February 6, 2020

Form 9465: IRS Installment Agreement for Your Taxes

What is Form 9465? Should you file it? Explore this form and learn about installment agreement fees. Also learn about the types of agreements!

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Personal Loans
February 4, 2020

Branch Review: Cash Advances for Consumers and Employees

If you’re in the difficult position of needing money before a paycheck arrives, consider a cash advance from Branch. Here are details!

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Book Reviews
January 31, 2020

Napkin Finance Review: Can You Really Build Wealth In 30 Seconds?

Napkin Finance is an easy to read personal finance book that focuses on illustrations and charts to convey basic money topics.

MyPoints review
Side Hustle
January 30, 2020

MyPoints Review: Pros, Cons, And Alternatives

We’re going in-depth on whether MyPoints, a popular survey and rewards tool, is worth your time to earn extra money online.

An illustrative image depicting a large, red and white striped hot air balloon ascending into a clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds, representing financial uplift despite burdens. Dangling below the balloon's basket are three separate individuals, each tethered to a significant financial obligation, symbolizing the weight of tax debt and back taxes. The person on the left is holding a sign labeled "BILLS," the central figure is attached to a large gold coin or medallion, and the person on the right is holding a sign clearly marked "TAXES," emphasizing the core theme of the article regarding owing back taxes to the IRS. This visual metaphor effectively conveys the struggle and eventual potential relief associated with managing and overcoming various forms of debt, particularly tax debt. The "The College Investor" logo is visible in the bottom left corner, reinforcing the source of the financial advice.
Taxes
January 29, 2020

Tax Debt: What To Do If You Owe Back Taxes To The IRS

Do you owe taxes to the government? Back taxes? Are you having trouble paying? Don’t worry. Here’s what you should do if you owe tax debt.

Form 10-K
Stocks
January 13, 2020

What Form 10-K Is and How to Understand It to Use It

If you want to get in-depth with financial analysis of companies, then you should consider looking for their Form 10-Ks. Learn more!

Verizon Wireless
Budgeting
January 9, 2020

Verizon Review: Unlimited Data at Fair Prices

Do you want unlimited data as a feature of your cell phone service? Take a look at what Verizon has to offer and see if it’s for you!

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Tax Preparation
January 8, 2020

How To Find A Tax Preparer (And What to Look For)

Can you find a tax preparer near me that will suit your needs? Here are some factors to consider. Think through your options carefully!

First Time Home Buying
How To Save
January 7, 2020

First-Time Home Buying 101

If you’re thinking about home buying for the first time, here’s what you need to know to make a complicated process easier.

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Savings Account
December 27, 2019

The Difference Between A Money Market vs. Savings Account

Curious about the difference between a money market vs. savings account? Here’s what you need to know.

Live on $20,000 Per Year
Financial Independence
December 19, 2019

How To Live Comfortably On Just $20,000 Per Year

Do you want to reach financial freedom faster? Learn how you can live on $20,00 per year and reach your goals faster.

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