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Smartphone Apps to Help You With Your Taxes

Many people fear tax time, but it really isnt that difficult. There are a lot of resources that can help you properly fill the tax forms so that you get the right amount of money back, and there are even some great smartphone apps that are specifically created to make tax time even easier. These are the best and most helpful apps that you can use to help with your taxes. Most of them work with both iPhone and Android smartphones. TurboTax SnapTax

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Why You Should Absolutely Avoid the “Bank Glitch” Trend: Protect Your Financial Future

As a mom of three and a financial advisor, I’ve seen firsthand how essential it is to teach kids about budgeting, saving, and financial responsibility. Equally important is educating them on what not to do, and here’s a prime example: a dangerous trend is circulating on social media, encouraging people to exploit a supposed “bank glitch” to withdraw free cash from ATMs. While this may seem harmless in viral videos, it is actually bank fraud and can lead to serious legal trouble for you or your kids.

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5 Ways to Invest Money in the Bank

Banks may seem all-powerful, but without individuals and companies providing the funds, banks cannot operate. Whether you choose to invest in a simple savings account or in stock purchases made through your bank, investing in your bank can help the business and your own personal financial savings.

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Can You Afford a College Degree?

The following is a guest post byClare Levison, CPA and Author of Frugal Isnt Cheap: Spend Less, Save More, Live Better. It is sponsored by Western International University.For working adults wondering if they should go back to school for a degree – or to upgrade their bachelors degree to a masters – affordability is, today, more important than ever. How can I afford it? is often the first question students ask before …