How to File Taxes Fast (and Get Your Refund Sooner)

The 2026 tax filing season is officially open, and with an average refund of $3,453 on the line, speed matters. Whether you’re waiting on that money for bills, savings, or a much-needed purchase,...

How Long Does It Take for the IRS to Approve a Refund?

Waiting for Your Tax Refund? Here's the Timeline—and How to Get It Faster If you’ve already filed your tax return, the next big question is: How long does it take for the IRS to approve a refund?...

10 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund

Tax refund season is here—what will you do with yours? For many Americans, tax season ends with a pleasant surprise: a refund check from the IRS. While it’s tempting to splurge on something flashy,...

How Does FAFSA Affect My Taxes?

Many students need additional financial support to get through school. The federal government provides several options for financial assistance, which students can apply for through the FAFSA. If...

Are Scholarships Taxable?

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2025 (returns filed in 2026). Scholarships are often seen as a saving grace for students who need help covering tuition and other college...
6 Reasons Pets Are Good for Your Health

6 Reasons Pets Are Good for Your Health

Want to improve your health?  Consider adding a pet to your family.  Pets provide unconditional love and are known to help lower blood pressure and reduce depression.  The list of health benefits doesn't stop there.  Here are some other ways pets are good for your health.  ...

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5 Ways to Cut Your Heating Costs This Winter

5 Ways to Cut Your Heating Costs This Winter

Now that the outdoor temperatures have begun to fall, it’s going to cost a bit more to keep your home nice and toasty.  Although it’s an expense many of us have come to expect, it doesn’t mean we're willing to go broke trying to stay warm.  Here are some tips to cut your heating...

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How to Have the Best Year of Your Life in 5 Easy Steps

How to Have the Best Year of Your Life in 5 Easy Steps

At the start of the year, there are always a bunch of “New Year, New Me” memes floating around on social media.  Everyone likes to claim that they're going to start chasing their dreams and living their best life once the ball drops.  However, most of us usually lose motivation and...

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How to Date While in Debt

How to Date While in Debt

Dating is hard in general but it’s even worse when you’re drowning in debt.  Some people believe you have to pull out all the stops and spend big bucks to be considered a good catch.  But what happens if you don’t have much cash to spare?  Relax, you’re not destined to be alone...

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Sneaky Ways Your Clutter Is Costing You Money

Sneaky Ways Your Clutter Is Costing You Money

There are a million ways you can ruin your budget.  Whether it's your morning coffee run or some other impulse purchase, we all have habits that slowly drain our bank account.  However, the last thing you'd probably consider to be a culprit is your clutter, but for many people it...

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Productive Ways to Use Your Free Time

Productive Ways to Use Your Free Time

Normally when people have free time, most of it is spent watching TV.  We grab a snack, a comfy spot on the couch and start binge-watching episodes of our favorite show until we pass out.  While this is completely fine for someone just looking to relax, there are some people who...

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5 Ways to Lower Your Cable Bill

5 Ways to Lower Your Cable Bill

Cable prices are starting to get out of hand.  The average bill is around $100 per month and continuing to rise.  Even if the rate only jumps a small percentage, eventually those increases can start to hurt your wallet.  Luckily, there are things you can do to tame the bill.  Here...

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How to Dispute a Parking Ticket

How to Dispute a Parking Ticket

There's nothing more frustrating than finding a parking ticket on your windshield when you 'were sure' you parked legally.  The good news is you can try to right the wrong.  Here’s a strategy you can use to dispute a parking ticket.   Read the ticket carefully Even though...

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