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IRS Raising Fees for Payment Installment Agreements
Fees are everywhere. They are popping up left and right. And they're escalating. This is attributed to the increasing cost of doing business. To remain open, businesses pass their expenses…
IRS Announces Telephone Tax Refund
Here's one we've all been waiting for. Drum roll IRS announces a telephone tax refund! What? You haven't heard of this yet? Well, back in May, the United States government…
National Museum Day
Mark your calendar for a freebie that's sure to please! Invite some friends, take a date, or go it alone. Head to a museum near you on September 30th, 2006…
Tax Credits for Hybrid Cars
Are gas prices dropping? When will they rise? There is conflicting information about what actually drives the cost of our fuel. CNN reports gas prices may be as low as…
The Cost of Procrastination
"My mother told me, "Judy, you'll never amount to anything because you always procrastinate." I said, "Oh yeah? Just wait!" -- Judy Tenuta I am amazed at how easy it…
Benefits of purchasing digital music
Recently, my 77 year old mother-in-law gave me an iTunes gift card. I was tickled that she thought of such a hip gift. We talked about the different types of…
Phishing Scams Pose As the IRS
It is not unsual for crime doer's to pose as banks or other entities in hopes of stealing our identities. Phishing e-mails are an internet scam to gather our personal…
Psychological barriers & money management
There is a continuum of comfort when it comes to personal finances. Everyone falls somewhere on it. Are you closer to the "screwed" side or the "flourishing" side? No matter…