$200 billion was the cost of identity theft last year, so how can you guard against tax fraud? By Tim Leonard published 25 March 21 News With billions of dollars lost to identity theft and tax scams each year, here's how to make sure crime doesn't pay for fraudsters.
16.7m US homeowners could save by refinancing their mortgage - are you one of them? By Tim Leonard last updated 23 March 21 News Millions of Americans could save $300 a month by refinancing their mortgage, but the time to act is now.
Could you be owed an auto insurance refund? Here’s how to steer the odds in your favor By Tim Leonard published 23 March 21 News Reduced car use during the pandemic has meant fewer accidents, yet insurers are proving slow in coming forward when it comes to auto insurance refunds.
67% of Americans still don’t have a will - here’s why you should By Leanne Macardle published 22 March 21 News COVID-19 may have persuaded the younger generation to step up their estate planning preparations, but age should be no barrier to anyone making a will.
Why are tax refunds delayed? By Leanne Macardle published 22 March 21 Feature Whether there's an error on your tax return, it's stuck in IRS processing, or you've mailed your return rather than e-file, there are many reasons why tax refunds may be delayed, particularly in 2021.
56% of Americans say money issues are affecting their sleep, so here's what to do By Tim Leonard last updated 19 March 21 Paying mortgages and credit cards is causing people to lose sleep, but help is at hand. Here's where to start...
38% of Americans are selling items online, and netting on average $1,800 - here’s how By Tim Leonard published 19 March 21 News With the pandemic forcing people to spend more time at home, and often needing extra cash, Americans have embraced the chance to start selling household items online.
Tax deadline 2021 extended by a month - what could this mean for you? By Tim Leonard published 18 March 21 News The IRS has pushed the tax deadline back to May 17, but still wants taxpayers to file early and online if they can.
Which loans to pay off first By Rachel Wait published 17 March 21 Feature There are a number of strategies you can adopt when it comes to paying off loan debt. Here, we outline which loans to pay off first and your options to help you stay motivated.
Why you should make a will By Rachel Wait published 17 March 21 Feature Creating a will is important if you want to ensure your estate will be passed on to those you love. Here, we explain why you should make a will and what will happen if you don’t.
Can mortgage insurance be canceled? By Leanne Macardle published 16 March 21 Feature Fed up with spending on PMI? You’ll want to know when mortgage insurance can be canceled, and is mortgage insurance required at all.
55% of Americans are relying on a tax refund - here’s why By Tim Leonard published 11 March 21 News More taxpayers are counting on their tax refunds this year than usual, with saving and debt repayment the top priorities.
The US cities with the highest credit scores revealed, and why this matters to borrowers By Tim Leonard published 10 March 21 News Residents of the American cities with the highest credit scores are certainly being given the credit they are due.
Auto loan rates fall but monthly payments reach record high - what’s driving that? By Tim Leonard published 9 March 21 News Monthly auto loan payments have hit a new high of $576 despite loan rates dropping low. Here's how to keep the cost of motoring in check.
Credit report errors soared in 2020 – here's how to dispute items on yours By Leanne Macardle published 8 March 21 News With credit reporting errors more than doubling last year, the onus is falling on Americans to put the wrongs right.
Moneydance review By Lori Fairbanks last updated 3 March 21 Review Moneydance offers straightforward yet powerful personal finance software.
Quicken Starter review By Lori Fairbanks last updated 3 March 21 Review Quicken Starter is the budget-friendly version of Quicken Premier perfect for non-investors.
Quicken Premier review By Lori Fairbanks published 3 March 21 Review Quicken Premier sets the benchmark for all other personal finance software to beat.
11 million American households close to eviction - here’s the help that could arrive soon By Tim Leonard published 3 March 21 News With millions of renters and homeowners falling behind on housing payments, extra relief measures can't come too soon.
The states with the highest and lowest property tax rates are revealed By Tim Leonard published 2 March 21 News The average American household pays $2,471 on property tax rates each year, but what you pay will depend entirely on where you live.
