Making Ends Meet: Frugal Living Tips for Struggling Families Now
The headlines are filled with talk of rising costs, economic uncertainty, and the squeeze it’s putting on household budgets. For many average families, the path…
Are Home Maintenance Service Plans Really Worth It for Repairs?
Every homeowner has seen the pitch. You call a local repair company to check a strange noise in your furnace, fix a flickering light, or…
What You Need to Know About an IRS Notice CP53E Letter
For the recent filing season, a new mandate required taxpayers to include direct deposit information on their tax returns. If you didn’t do that, which…
The IRS Paper Check Phase-Out: Don’t Let IRS Notice CP53E Delay Your Money
The IRS paper check phase out 2025 is officially here, and if you aren’t prepared, your tax refund could be stuck in limbo.They don’t want…
How to Amend a Tax Return by Covering Your Bases to Avoid a 16-Week Delay
Timing Is Everything: When to File Your 1040-X If you find yourself in a dilemma needing to change a tax return, here is what you…
IRS “Level of Service” Under 20%: Why You Can’t Get Through
If you need to call the IRS, be prepared for a long wait—or to not get through at all. I know people at the IRS…
Frustrated with the IRS Phone Number? What to Do When You Can’t Get Through
So how many of us have tried to contact the IRS by phone by calling a number like 1-800-829-1040? It should be easy right since…
xFinity NOW Internet: Is Cheaper Worth the Trade-Offs?
Checking out internet options, I recently came across xFinity NOW from their advertisements. They offer what seems like a tempting deal: free equipment and speeds…