Category Archives: Taxes
Why Atlanta Insurance Customers Shouldn’t Be Intimidated by Health Savings Accounts
It might be the new Halloween mantra: IRAs, 401ks and HSAs, oh my! As if dealing with debt and house payments weren’t enough, Americans must also consider ways to invest for the future – including Health Savings Accounts, a new type of investment that can cover medical expenses as well as retirement. And though HSAs… Read More »
Health Savings Accounts Have Pros and Cons for Chicago Insurance Customers
It’s enough that we have to worry about our IRAs and 401ks. But what about these new HSAs? Believe or not, insurance companies aren’t trying to make our heads spin. Health Savings Accounts – savings funds where we can stash money for potential medical-related expenses – might be the ticket to affordable health insurance for… Read More »
How Atlanta Taxpayers Could Be Affected By Higher Income Taxes
Ah, the Bush tax cuts – can’t live with them, can’t live without them. On the one hand, Uncle Sam needs money from somewhere – and allowing the tax cuts to expire next year is one way to ease debt (some of which was arguably caused by the Bush tax cuts). On the other hand,… Read More »
Tax Breaks Help Unemployed Chicago Workers Pay for Job Search
When you’re out of work and without a paycheck, finding a new job can feel like it’s taking forever – especially when you’re also struggling to pay your credit card bills and the mortgage. But all that legwork can pay off in more ways than one. Of course, the best case scenario is that you… Read More »
Chicago Homebuyers Should Get Finances In Order Before House Shopping
A tax credit is a nice incentive if you’ve been thinking about buying a house. But a tax credit alone doesn’t mean you’re ready, caution Chicago bankruptcy attorneys. Many first-time buyers have been rushing to take advantage of a credit of up to $8,000 (or $6,500 for existing homeowners who have lived in their current… Read More »