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According to one study, about 71% of employees have access to a 401(k) or similar plan at work, of which 77% currently contribute or have money invested in the plan. For many individuals, this is a pr...

For many people, their home is their biggest asset. Now that the real estate market has recovered in most locations from its lows during the recession a decade ago, a proftable home sale may represent...

Interest on municipal bonds is exempt from regular federal income tax. However, the interest may be taxable—directly or indirectly—under certain circumstances. State income taxes Not all sta...

As summer winds down, students head back to school. 1. Check eligibility for an education credit If you, your spouse, or dependent is attending college or graduate school starting this Fall, you...

IRAs can provide financial security for your retirement if you make contributions and invest your money wisely. However, the tax law has some restrictions in IRA investments. If you do not keep within...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (www.census.gov/newsroom/releases/pdf/cb10ff-14_school.pdf), 27% of the population over the age of 3 is enrolled in school. In a few short weeks, children will be r...

With tax rates almost certain to rise in coming years, now is a good time to focus in on tax-free income. The tax law has many situations in which you can receive income on a tax-free basis. Here is a...

By Leland B. Hevner, President of the National Association of Online Investors I don't have to tell you that 2008 was a disaster for individual investors. It was the worst year for stocks since 193...

Tax refunds are paid to you by Uncle Sam when you've overpaid your tax bill or when you are entitled to amounts in excess of your tax bill because of the earned income credit or other refundable tax c...

Before you make any donations to a charity, it’s helpful to check on its tax-exempt status. Unless the organization is IRS approved, you cannot claim any tax deduction for contribution to it. The IR...