http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/124270.aspxFri, 06 Jan 2012 21:45:51 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:124270Olivia EmisarHousehold expenses can be reduced significantly by clearly delineating the difference between wants and needs. Everyone has a different set of dynamics and lifestyles, but we can all manage to trim the fat off the budget and still enjoy everything life has to offer while having fun reaching goals. Setting Up a Budget: Free Software and Helpful ...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/127085.aspxWed, 07 Dec 2011 15:03:02 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:127085Jean ScheidEach year, small business owners start thinking about tax time, tax returns, profits, losses and the materials they need to gather together to get the job done. A stressful time for any small entrepreneur! Here, Bright Hub experts have pulled together a collection of resources to aid your tax woes. Tax, Tax and More Tax! If you own a small ...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/127084.aspxTue, 29 Nov 2011 06:30:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:127084Linda RichterAs the tax filing season in 2012 comes upon us, you might want to brush up on your knowledge of tax laws. Take this test to see how much you need to brush up on how the current IRS regulations will affect you. References IRS Instructions for Form 1040 for 2011, at http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf IRS Schedule A form for 2011 and Instructi...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126631.aspxWed, 16 Nov 2011 22:48:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126631Donna CosmatoYou're happy to donate that unwanted vehicle or appliance to charity but what happens now? What are the IRS guidelines and rules for claiming charitable donations, and how can you ensure you are in compliance? This guide answers FAQs about donations at fundraisers or to charitable organizations. Making a donation to charity is easy, rig...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126534.aspxSun, 13 Nov 2011 01:58:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126534Linda RichterHigh school students begin making college decisions in the fall of their senior year, yet parents cannot know what their financial responsibility will be until after they file the FAFSA in January. If you haven't heard about the ubiquitous net price calculators, find out here what the story is. It's Time to Fret Are you worried about how yo...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126528.aspxSat, 12 Nov 2011 16:40:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126528Olivia EmisarYou can take control of your finances right now by consolidating high interest rate credit cards and mortgage payments into variable or fixed rates, which one is right for you? Take a look, you may be on your way to financial freedom in just a few days. Why Do You Want To Refinance? Consider the main reasons to make changes to your existing...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126478.aspxTue, 08 Nov 2011 21:19:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126478Donna CosmatoPaying off credit card debt is a smart move. When you are paying interest on money, you are in essence mortgaging your future options to pay for your past purchases. Here's what you need to know to get out of credit card debt fast. Whether you are currently head over heels in debt, or you are headed for the danger zone, you may wonder about the...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126467.aspxTue, 08 Nov 2011 09:09:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126467Donna CosmatoIn addition to feeling "taxed enough already," are you tired of paying more and more fees for the privilege of using your own money? Unfair bank fees are soaring, and consumers are voting with their feet and moving their accounts. Are you ready to join the movement? Here's what you'll need to know. What's Going on With B...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126445.aspxSun, 06 Nov 2011 13:10:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126445Donna CosmatoThere's a lot of political hype and media coverage right now about tax code reform. It seems like most presidential hopefuls have their flavor of the week they are hawking. Here we take a look at Perry's tax plan and its fatal flaws. It's a funny thing about politics...just when you think it couldn't possibly get any sillier, it doe...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/126185.aspxFri, 28 Oct 2011 02:58:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:126185Donna CosmatoHow would you like to never again search for a misplaced credit card or be embarrassed by not having the money to complete a purchase? With Google Wallet, you can make your payments safely and quickly with any of their participating merchants. Here's what you need to know to benefit the most. Google Wallet is an app that enables the Sprint ...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125943.aspxSun, 23 Oct 2011 22:17:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125943Linda RichterNo matter what type of tax questions you have--common scenarios or something far out--we'll try to have the answers at your fingertips. We all know how expensive it can be to have the wrong information! Take a look through these tax topics, and let us know what other questions you have. General Tax Tips We all want solid advice from smart p...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125745.aspxTue, 18 Oct 2011 18:58:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125745Donna CosmatoAre you confused or bewildered by the alternative tax plans being touted? Is it possible to reform the tax code and implement a simpler means of taxation or is that as big a fantasy as reforming healthcare? Here's what you need to know to understand the talk around the town about these plans. Why an Alternative Tax Code? Whether or ...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125467.aspxTue, 18 Oct 2011 15:30:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125467S. R. ObbayiSo you can think you can match the currency to the country? This quiz may not make you the next foreign exchange guru, but it will undoubtedly answer that question. Are you are up for the challenge? Get started now! You may find that when you travel to a foreign country, a local vendor may come up to you with an offer or a special deal....http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125735.aspxTue, 18 Oct 2011 12:00:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125735Jean ScheidDon't step one foot inside a dealership or used car lot without taking our car buying quiz. Why not? Are you sure you know all the insider secrets of the auto industry selling business? If not, test your knowledge here. You'll be happy you did! When it's time to purchase a new, used or pre-owned vehicle, many of us fear visi...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125730.aspxTue, 18 Oct 2011 10:25:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125730Jean ScheidIt’s hard for the average consumer to feel much sympathy for banks and their lost portfolio revenues these days. When Bank of America announced customers would be charged a fee for debit cards, angry customers fought back (sort of). That Will Be Five Dollars Please I must say I am not a Bank of America customer, nor am I interested in...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125594.aspxFri, 14 Oct 2011 23:44:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125594Jean ScheidThey say buying a new vehicle should be considered a major investment—and it is! Very often, however, the average consumer is enticed by fast-talking salespeople or simply doesn’t understand all the ins and outs of buying a new car. This guide will keep you informed. Skipping the Lemon Experience When it’s time to purchase a vehicle...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/109517.aspxSun, 09 Oct 2011 14:35:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:109517Bruce TintelnotTax return information from prior years can be a requirement for such things as mortgage loans, student loans, and federal programs. Wondering how you get a copy of your old tax return? This article explains where to look and what to do. Structured as the tax laws and tax forms are for income taxes, one would think that they are "set in st...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125407.aspxSun, 09 Oct 2011 10:11:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125407Donna CosmatoYou've got enough on your plate with shopping for your dress, booking a reception hall, and hiring caterers and entertainers. Let us make the planning part of your wedding a little easier with our guide to budgeting for your bridal day. Here are lots of tips and tricks you may not have considered. click to enlarge Few life events are more antic...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125362.aspxThu, 06 Oct 2011 17:41:10 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125362Donna CosmatoHow has the purchasing power of a dollar fluctuated over the past 100 or so years? Hop into your virtual time machine and travel with us through a visual image gallery of what you could have bought for a dollar in days gone by. Next up: 1900s: Got Oyster Stew? ► Pre-1900: Polly Put the Kettle On, We'll All Have Tea Slide 1 of 13 ...http://www.brighthub.com/money/personal-finance/articles/125312.aspxMon, 03 Oct 2011 02:39:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:125312Linda RichterWho knew that the recent debt ceiling debacle would morph into a fluidic protest pulsating across the nation? People are mad and they really aren’t going to take it anymore. What started as Occupy Wall Street has now expanded to Occupy Together as people across the country join the demonstration. Average Folks Across the Nation Take Notic...