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The Best HSA Account Administrators
I have previously noted that the HSA is my pick for the best retirement account (matching aside). I noted Fidelity’s recent move into HSA’s and wanted to refresh my picks for the best HSA account. Why...
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2018: The 20somethingfinance Year in Review
2018… Bye, Felicia. I’m anxious to put this one in the past. And anxious is the key word. Anyone else a little stressed these days? I’m not sure if it’s just me paying closer attention to the news than...
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My Self-Assessment of 2018 & Goals for 2019
It’s that time of year. Time to slow down and reflect on the year that was and the year that will be. Every year, I like to pause, reflect, and assess how I performed against the goals I set out to...
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2019 Tax Deadline, Start Date, and Extension Dates (for 2018 Calendar Year)
This post has been updated for 2019 (the 2018 tax year). It’s January and other than frigid cold temperatures and seasonal mood disorder, you know what that means – tax season has arrived. Someone at...
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The Cheapest New Cars of 2019
Each year, I enjoy researching and publishing a ranking of the cheapest new cars sold in the US market. This post ranks the top 10 cheapest new cars of 2019, by price. If you’re in the market to buy,...
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The Cheapest & Best Tax Software Prep Online: Top Program Comparison (2019)
The tax deadline and start date have been announced, and if you haven’t started filing your taxes already, you’re probably starting to look for the cheapest and best tax software prep program online to...
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Comcast XFinity Raises their Modem Rental Fee Again. Stop Paying it.
They did it again. Just 1 year after raising their already ridiculous modem rental fee by 10% (from $10 to $11), Comcast XFinity has now raised their modem rental fee to $13 – an 18% year-over-year...
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H&R Block Online Tax Prep Reader Giveaway! (Deadline to Enter is Sunday 2/3/19)
Tax return e-filing is live this Monday, January 28! If you haven’t already purchased your tax prep software this year – you may want to hold off for a few more days – because I am giving you an...
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Education Tax Credits & Deductions: Updated for 2018 & 2019
The readership here is heavy on those completing school for the first time and going back to school to further their education. So I’ve updated this post to reflect the 2018 tax year, post tax-reform....
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The Child Tax Credit (Updated for 2018 & 2019, Post Tax Reform)
This post has been updated for 2018, 2019, & through the 2025 tax years (post tax reform). As part of the Tax Cut & Jobs Act (tax reform), there have been some notable changes to the Child Tax...
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How to Do Your Taxes: A Guide to Easy Tax Filing (2018 Tax Year Edition)
A Basic Guide to Help Making Filing your Taxes Easier Tax return season is here. And with the Tax Cut & Jobs Act (tax reform) that is now in effect, there are a number of notable changes. If you...
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Sign Up For USPS Informed Delivery Now, Before Identity Thieves
If you haven’t already signed up for USPS Informed Delivery, I highly recommend doing so as soon as possible, particularly as we head in to the heart of tax season. Informed Delivery can be very useful...
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Should you Check the Presidential Election Campaign Fund Box on the 1040 Tax...
Most taxpayers who have filed their own taxes are probably somewhat aware of the “Presidential Election Campaign Fund”. In the most recent version of HR Block’s online tax filing survey, for example,...
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The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars of 2019
I am a fuel economy nerd, so I like to research and keep up with the new technology in the market. In this post, I will list out the top 10 most fuel-efficient cars of 2019 sold in the U.S. market. As...
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Free National Park Days in the U.S. in 2019: Mark your Calendars!
2019 Free National Park Days in the United States I’m a big fan of the U.S. national parks – they are truly a gift from previous generations, and our greatest national treasure. I highly recommend...
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Do I Need to File a Tax Return? The Minimum Income to File Taxes in 2019
As the tax deadline approaches, I wanted to share something that may come as a surprise to many – not all income-earning Americans are legally obligated to file a federal tax return. In fact, there are...
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How to File an Amended Tax Return with the IRS
What if <gasp> you unexpectedly receive a tax form after you’ve already filed your tax return with the IRS? Or, perhaps you realize you never received a form to begin with. Or, maybe you forgot...
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The Consumption & Happiness Paradox (& Where to Focus Instead)
Just about every incremental purchase we make (of both goods and services), has the goal of boosting our happiness – whether we realize it or not. The milkshake on the way to work to keep you company?...
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Costco Kirkland Dog Food & Cat Food Review (Ingredients & Price Comparisons)
There are a number of products and perks with shopping at Costco, that make the cost of a Costco membership worth it, in my view. For starters, Costco gasoline is typically $0.20 – $0.30 less, per...
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The 4 Best Ways to Use your Tax Refund for the Highest ROI
With the tax deadline upon us, Tax Refund Windfall Syndrome is back in full force! While this year’s average tax refund is down slightly compared to last year, it is still in the $2,800+ range. You...
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