By Laura Adams. In todays show Ill share tips for managing debt in our current financial environment. Dealing with Tight Credit Everyones on the edge of their seats about the current credit crisis and the volatile financial markets. As the economy ha...
By Elizabeth Carlassare. Todays topic is what to do if you want to convert to a Roth IRA, but can't. A Roth IRA is a great way to save for retirement if youre eligible to contribute. With a Roth IRA, you contribute after-tax money, but your earnings...
By Elizabeth Carlassare. Todays topic is compound interest. Albert Einstein is often quoted as having said something to the effect that compound interest is the greatest wonder of the universe. Its an urban legend, but it packs some punch! In todays...
By Andrew Horowitz. Today on MoneyGirl, we will take a look at the seven most common mistakes investors make and the lessons that we can be learn from them. Several listeners have written in and asked how to avoid the most common new-investor misstep...
By Laura Adams. In this episode Ill discuss payroll tax withholding. Understand what exactly is taken out of your paycheck and when youll need to adjust your allowances. How Withholding Works When you take a new job, one of the forms you complete for...
By Laura Adams. Todays show is about what makes someone a dependent, or an exemption, for income tax purposes. Tax Exemptions Save Money Its important to understand who you can claim as a dependent on your taxes, because you get a tax exemption for e...
By Laura Adams. Robert from Morganville, New Jersey wanted to know if you can use funds in an IRA to buy real estate. Before we get to the answer, I want to thank GoToMyPC for sponsoring the show. Real Estate Self-Directed IRAs Robert, thanks for the...
By Laura Adams. This episode is about the advantages and disadvantages of investing in mutual funds. Taxes on Top of Losses As we all know, many people have lost investment money due to the stock market volatility in recent weeks. Its been a tough ti...
By Laura Adams In this episode Ill discuss a legal way to make early withdrawals from your retirement account without having to pay an early withdrawal penalty. Can You Avoid Early Withdrawal Penalties on Retirement Accounts? When it comes to saving...
by Laura Adams If youre like most people, you dont leave home without your mobile technology. If you have a smart phone or an iPad, you can download very inexpensive or free mobile applications or apps designed for your type of device. Need to track...
