Private: Commonly Missed Tax Deductions

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Filing your taxes can be a daunting task. We gathered tips to help you increase your deductions and your tax return. While some of these deductions may not apply to you this year, they are important to keep in mind when preparing for next year’s tax season.

Budget Worksheet

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Click here to access your budget worksheet! See what it looks like Below: Use this budget worksheet to auto calculate your monthly budget. Simply fill out this sheet electronically and see how your remaining balance adjusts at the bottom of the worksheet based on your projected monthly expenses. At the end of the month, your goal should be to […]

From Taxes to Deductions, Where Is My Paycheck Going?

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From Taxes to Deductions, Where Is My Paycheck Going? Have you ever looked at your paycheck and wondered why the amount you are taking home is actually less than the total amount you earned? With the help of MoneySKILL, we outline how certain taxes and other pay deductions decrease the amount you are actually seeing […]

Easy, Clever Ways to Start Saving

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One of the most popular financial resolutions each year is to “save more”. Considering that the personal savings rate in the United States is about the lowest rate of any industrialized country, according to MoneySKILL, we agree that this is a crucial area of your finances to focus on. The trouble with having “save more […]

Important 2018 Tax Dates

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Stay on top of important 2018 tax dates by using our easy to read Tax Calendar 2018. Simply print out this Tax Calendar and use it to stay on top of important tax deadlines! Sources: Tax Calendars for use in 2018 (IRS Publication 509) and About Money This material was prepared for general distribution. Although all […]

Why it’s Worth it to Make a Financial Resolution

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When making your list of resolutions, it’s in your best interest to include your finances. Why? Aside from the overall improvement to the quality of life that good financial footing provides, research actually shows that those who make financial resolutions compared to other kinds are more likely to succeed. That’s right, according to a survey […]

Does that impact my credit score?

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The first step in learning to responsibly manage your credit score is to understand exactly which items affect it and how. Commonly asked questions about credit scores include: Do utility bills impact my credit score? Does paying my rent on time impact my credit score? What about insurance payments? There’s a lot of confusion out […]

How to Stay Fit in 2019

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Stay fit Whether your New Year’s resolution is to lose weight or to simply live a healthier lifestyle, follow our tips and tricks to stay fit. How to stay fit in 2019 Clean out your pantry– Kick start your New Year’s resolution to lose weight by cleaning out your pantry. Throw out anything that contains […]

Tips For Your New Year’s Resolution in 2019

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New Year’s Resolution New Year’s resolutions are easier to make than to actually keep. Start 2019 off by coming up with resolutions and setting goals you can successfully obtain this year! We gathered tips for you to follow that are simple and broad enough to apply to any resolution you have in mind. Tips for […]

Money-Saving Holiday Travel Tips

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According to the United States Department of Transportation, the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s travel periods are estimated to be the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year. In fact, travel around Christmas/New Year’s (to and from a destination 50 miles or more away) is estimated to increase by 23% when compared to the rest […]

Common Loan Application Terms Defined

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When applying for credit, it is very important that you understand the type of information that will be asked of you. By knowing common application terms and their meanings, you will be prepared with the proper information and have the knowledge and confidence to understand why this information is important. Our branch managers helped us […]

Quick, Cheap, and Easy Halloween Treat Recipes

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Thrill your party guests and kids this Halloween with these delicious and easy-to-make Halloween treats! Halloween Marshmallow Pops: 18 Snyder’s Gluten Free Pretzel Sticks 18 Large marshmallows Cake Mate Orange Easy Squeeze Frosting Cake Mate Halloween Decors Directions:  1. Place orange icing in a small microwave-safe bowl, and microwave for 15 seconds at a time, […]