It's a festive season in trying times, and you may be wondering, what the best gift to give to your loved ones? A holiday sweater, a car, the latest smartphone available or a computer?All these seem like quite good gifts. However, what about actually getting your loved one a gift that has the
Improving After-Tax Returns With Municipal Bonds
Many investors turn to municipal bonds to preserve capital as they come free from federal taxes and (sometimes) free from state and local taxes. Make money and avoid taxes, win-win, right? For the most part. While bonds are generally low-risk, they are not risk free as it's possible the issuer could
Do I Have To Pay Taxes On Stocks?
Stocks are a great way to build an investment and to gain more financial security about your future. It is important to note, however, that there are still taxes that apply to your stocks -- so hopefully, you're not surprised during tax season. The profit that you make on your stocks is taxable up
How to Use Your Tax Refund Wisely
If you are expecting a tax refund, make sure you use it wisely so it benefits you throughout the year. In an effort to make the year easier for you financially, we are sharing how you can use your tax refund wisely.Emergency SavingsWe recommend putting half of your tax refund into an emergency