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Here’s Why You Might Want to File Your Taxes Early

As the 2025 tax filing deadline approaches, fraudsters ramp up their efforts to target taxpayers. From stealing tax documents and filing fraudulent returns in victims’ names to demanding payments with fake IRS threats over supposed unpaid tax bills, scammers are always finding ways to take advantage of tax season. Here are a few tips to help you avoid these types of scams this year.

Mar

Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check

If you are in a solid financial place, you may be wondering “what are some smart ways to use my stimulus money?” Here are several ideas to make the most of your stimulus check.

Mar

Got Credit? Here’s How to Get Started Building It Today

If you are wondering ‘why do I need credit?’ here’s why: If someday you’d like to purchase a car, a home, or even rent an apartment, you’ll need credit. If you are new to credit, here are some ways to build it.

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