TD Ameritrade review By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard last updated 27 January 22 Review TD Ameritrade is a reliable and reputable stock trading platform that’s as useful for the beginner as it is for the experienced trader.
Tax season 2021 update: Taxpayers urged to file even if they can't pay their tax bill By Tim Leonard last updated 13 January 22 How To The IRS has told American taxpayers to pay the taxes that they can by May 17 and to get in touch.
How to finance a home renovation By Tim Leonard published 19 July 21 How To It doesn't matter if your plans are big or small, knowing how to finance a home renovation, and deal with additional costs is a must. Here are our tips.
How does debt settlement hurt your credit? By Leanne Macardle published 8 July 21 Feature The chance to reduce debt is appealing, but when you realize how debt settlement hurts your credit, you may want to think twice.
Tax avoidance vs tax evasion: what's the difference? By Rachel Wait published 19 May 21 Feature Tax avoidance vs tax evasion: what's the difference?
How to make a will for free By Rachel Wait published 18 May 21 How to If you’re looking to create a will, you don’t necessarily need to go to the expense of hiring a lawyer to do so. You may be able to draw up your own will free of charge.
Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2021 review By Tim Leonard last updated 6 May 21 Review Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2021 delivers on all online estate planning fronts once again.
15-year mortgage vs 30-year mortgage: Which is best for you? By Rachel Wait published 30 April 21 Feature When arranging a mortgage, you’ll need to decide whether you’d prefer a 15-year mortgage or a 30-year mortgage. Here are the pros and cons of both to help you choose.
10 ways Americans can avoid the most common tax return mistakes By Tim Leonard published 27 April 21 News As the rush to beat the tax deadline tax begins, it's all too easy for tax return errors to creep in.
What credit score is needed to buy a house? By Leanne Macardle published 27 April 21 Feature Securing a mortgage is usually the priority once you've found your dream home, but what credit score is needed to buy a house?
Buy now, pay later finance sees 2 in 3 Americans spend more than they can afford By Tim Leonard published 26 April 21 News Survey also reveals that 7 in 10 buy now, pay later users end up missing payments, as unnecessary purchases hit finances.
42% of remote workers will quit if their company makes them go to the office By Tim Leonard published 23 April 21 News Home workers are ready to make a stand if employers insist on taking remote working options away.
How long do derogatory marks on credit last? By Rachel Wait published 22 April 21 Feature Derogatory marks on your credit report can damage your credit score and make it harder to borrow. But how long do derogatory marks last and how can they be fixed?
Refinance rush returns as mortgage interest rates hit 2-month low By Tim Leonard published 22 April 21 News Applications to refinance jump 10% as Americans weigh up mortgage interest rate savings.
Is there a fourth stimulus check on the horizon for Americans? By Tim Leonard published 20 April 21 News The benefit that another stimulus payment could deliver to Americans is not in doubt, but how likely is it that a fourth stimulus check will be delivered?
How much does it cost to refinance your house? By Rachel Wait published 20 April 21 Feature There are many benefits to refinancing your home, but with closing costs to consider, here's how much you can expect to pay and what you can do to reduce them.
6 things to consider one month ahead of the tax deadline By Tim Leonard published 19 April 21 Feature Helpful advice for all American taxpayers to think about as the May 17 deadline for filing taxes nears.
Americans prioritize mortgages in the pandemic, but which debt should you pay off first? By Tim Leonard published 16 April 21 News Mortgage payments are the debt obligation that homeowners have been most reluctant to skip in the past year, but are their priorities correct?
Mortgage prequalification vs preapproval: What’s the difference? By Leanne Macardle published 15 April 21 Feature Homebuyers take note - mortgage prequalification and mortgage preapproval are definitely different things.
How Americans are spending their stimulus payments, and how to make best use of yours By Tim Leonard published 15 April 21 News Bills and debt dominate stimulus payment spending, but what should your priorities be?
