‘Extended Warranty’ Not Just a Scam

‘Extended Warranty’ Not Just a Scam

By now, most hear the words “extended warranty” and our minds go straight to the robocall that targets some of us on a weekly — or even daily — basis. That particular scam has been going on for a long time, yet most people don’t know how to handle it. Hang up, and...
Allstate Identity Protection’s ‘Line in the Sand’

Allstate Identity Protection’s ‘Line in the Sand’

Isn’t it funny how many services won’t let you cancel them if you’re displeased? For example, if you’re paying a company good money to monitor your data, and someone still skims your card info and buys $400 worth of cigarettes and scratch cards in New Jersey, that’s...
What Most Payment Processing Companies Don’t Tell You

What Most Payment Processing Companies Don’t Tell You

When you aren’t familiar with cars, you might pick your auto mechanic by chance. You just have to hope they’ll be honest and won’t rip you off. When you aren’t familiar with cars, you might pick your auto mechanic by chance. You just have to hope they’ll be honest and...
Your Traveling Expenses Are More Tax Deductible Than You Think

Your Traveling Expenses Are More Tax Deductible Than You Think

When you travel for business, many of your expenses can be written off on your taxes — you just need to know the rules. Here’s a quick guide to get you started!  Driving Out of Town To start, deduct your out-of-town miles the same as you would for local drives — this...
Helping Your Student in Debt?

Helping Your Student in Debt?

About 9 out of 10 parents are willing to help their child get out of debt. And student debt is a very common type of debt for young people today. If your child has taken a student loan, it’s probably the first loan they’ve ever received. That’s a huge responsibility,...