Tax planning for parents: Credits, 529s, and dependent care explained Parents paying for child care and education can see if they qualify for tax credits and deductions to maximize their federal return.
Inflation holds at 2.4% in February as some grocery prices diverge The latest Consumer Price Index showed easing costs for housing and used cars but price bumps for some grocery staples like coffee, beef, and some produce.
3 ways to help optimize eye care expenses Get more value out of eye care by understanding vision insurance offerings and strategic saving.
Leading the way: Female entrepreneurship is up 69% Female-founded businesses have grown exponentially since 2019, while overall new business formation jumped 37% year over year in January.
HOA fees: What homeowners need to know With homeowners associations growing in number across the country, people need to understand how HOA fees fit into their finances.
How spring cleaning finances could save money Finances could benefit from a springtime refresh, letting people check their progress on goals — and also save money for rainy days.
Money and marriage: How newly married couples can approach money Getting married can give people the chance to try new saving, retirement, and tax strategies.
CPI update: Consumer prices chill in January The cost of living declined 0.3% in January, driven by lower gasoline and energy prices, according to the latest Consumer Price Index.
Pet services costs climb 1.3x faster than child care Pet care costs are rising faster than child care, climbing 34.6% since 2020 compared with a 25.8% increase for kids’ day care.
Tax planning for the sandwich generation: How to minimize taxes before filing Tax strategies can be smart money moves to help adults who balance caregiving for their parents and their own kids.
Beyond tax season: Why year-round tax planning can pay off Tax filing season is a few months. Tax outcomes are shaped by financial choices and life events that happen throughout the calendar year.
Valentine’s Day spending set to reach record $29.1B Valentine’s Day spending is growing at roughly twice the pace of overall U.S. retail sales, and is set to reach $29.1B in 2026.
