Mar
18
Budgeting around Tax Refunds
Filed Under Taxes
State tax refunds, and certain Federal tax refunds, will be delayed this year. If you were counting on it to pay a bill that’s due soon, start making other arrangements. Then start planning to avoid the crunch next year.
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17
Today is the last day to enter the TurboTax giveaway. All comments on the TurboTax review must be received by 6PM PST today.
So far we only have one entrant, so your odds are good!
Mar
16
Budgeting for Disability Leave
Filed Under Health Costs, Marriage and Money, Money Management, Personal Finance
Having surgery is stressful for everyone in the family, not just the patient. Making do with a reduced income can also be tough. As I live through it, I’ve been surprised by how easy it’s actually been, and how our spending patterns have changed.
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12
I’ve tried to avoid it, but I’ve been overtaken by stabbiness again. I really should just go live in a bubble. But, since I insist on living in the world, I guess this is par for the course. Today, we have something special. I’ll share the three things that make me stabby, then you can post your own stabby items in the comments.
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11
I haven’t updated you on our adventures in homeownership in a few months, so here’s a month 7 update on all the new things I’m learning. As usual, we’ve had ups, downs, and a couple hard lessons.
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10
2009 TurboTax Online Review
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You’ve read my reviews of TaxAct and H&R Block, now see how TurboTax compare and enter to win a free Federal and State return.
W-2 Import screen
Mar
9
Due Date Chasing Is Not Budgeting
Filed Under Budget
omeone I know told me that he “budgets” by finding out how late he can pay a bill without getting a late fee. And not just credit cards. He does this with his mortgage. That’s a big gamble to take for such a big bill, and a stupid way to budget.
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8
Many employers are finally offering raises to those employees who still have jobs. If you’re among the lucky bunch, it’s tempting to go back to your old spending ways, but this is a great opportunity to use the “extra” funds to save more or boost your retirement.
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4
How to Make a Window Cornice
Filed Under Decorating
I like to sew, but I haven’t yet chosen the fabric for the room where I’m making curtains. I did want to make window cornices however. If you don’t like to sew, these are the window covering option for you, and here are complete instructions.
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3
Last Day to Enter for the Tax Software
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This is the last day to enter my H&R Block tax software giveaway. All entries must be received by today at 6PM PST. Simply comment on my H&R Block review post to enter. Make sure to leave a valid email address.
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