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Capital Gains Tax: Meaning, Rates and Calculator

Savings Corner

If you’re thinking of diving into investing or selling a capital asset, it’s important to get acquainted with the term “capital gains tax” before you begin wheeling and dealing. What is capital gains tax? A capital gains tax is a tax on the profit from the sale of an asset. Tax Filing Webinar: Jan.

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Christmas Savings Club April 2019

Family Balance Sheet

So far I’ve found the money in a variety of ways: In February, I received a check from Ebates for $40.92. This is money I earned from my Christmas shopping last year, so it’s appropriate that I apply it to my Christmas savings. How did I do in April? April was a very easy month for me to find our $100. Easy peasy!

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Tax Day 2019: Freebies & Cheapies

For the Mommas

Tax Day 2019: Freebies & Cheapies. This year, Tax Day falls on Monday, April 15th. While you lose some money, we try to ease the pain by helping you save some. Check out this list of free stuff you can score on Tax Day 2019. HydroMassage – Free HydroMassages from April 14th – 21st.

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10 Best Low-Risk Investments In April 2024

Savings Corner

There are, however, two catches: Low-risk investments earn lower returns than you could find elsewhere with risk; and inflation can erode the purchasing power of money stashed in low-risk investments. High-yield savings accounts While not technically an investment, savings accounts offer a modest return on your money.

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How We Saved in April 2017

Family Balance Sheet

Did you save BIG in April? I’m constantly trying to optimize our spending to find ways to save money, but still live quite comfortably and well. In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. That’s money that stayed in our accounts. Our April Stupid Tax.

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How to Budget (and Pay) for Yearly Bills + a FREE Speadsheet

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They can cause a panic, especially when just one bill is into the four figures, like our property taxes or auto insurance! I built a monthly system to set aside money specifically for our yearly bills and while I still dread writing those large checks, I am no longer paralyzed by it. property & school taxes – due yearly.

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Tax Day 2017: Freebies & Cheap Deals

For the Mommas

Tax Day 2017: Freebies & Deals This year, Tax Day falls on April 18th. While you lose some money, we try to ease the pain by helping you save some. Checkout this list of free stuff and cheap deals you can score on Tax Day 2017. Let us know of any other Tax Day freebies […].

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