Articles written by Lena Gott
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Less Common, But Not Unusual Baby Names
Are you looking for a baby name unusual enough to stand out, but not so uncommon that no one has heard of it? Here are some unique baby name ideas.
Apr 30, 2012
- Lena Gott
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16 Kids Consignment Sale Name Ideas
Thinking of starting a kids consignment sale? Here's a list of 16 cute & catchy names for you to consider.
Apr 5, 2012
- Lena Gott
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Fun Toys and Activities for 2-Year-Olds
Two year old toddlers pose challenges; they will play with almost anything, yet they won't stay interested for very long. Here are some toys they will love.
Mar 4, 2012
- Lena Gott
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How to Avoid Plagiarism in College
Worrying about plagiarizing accidentally? Here are a few tips to help you make sure this doesn't happen to you.
Feb 5, 2012
- Lena Gott
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How to Build Your Resume with Work Experience & Extracurriculars
Employers are looking for well-rounded students with demonstrated leadership and multi-tasking abilities in addition to good grades.
Jan 4, 2012
- Lena Gott
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5 Easy Ways to Save Money
For every way to spend money, there is at least one way to save money. Here is a list of five easy ways you can start saving money in everyday life.
Dec 7, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Three Ways Stay-at-Home-Moms Save Money
Would you like to be able to afford to stay at home with your children? Here are three example areas where financial discipline can make a big difference.
Nov 3, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Why Are We Being Charged Debit Card Fees?
Many banks have announced plans to charge debit card fees on some accounts - Bank of America, SunTrust, J.P. Morgan Chase & Wells Fargo are in.
Sep 30, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Locking in Low Mortgage Loan Interest Rates
What does it mean to lock in your mortgage interest rate? How can you ensure you get a low rate of interest?
Aug 31, 2011
- Lena Gott
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How Will the Debt Ceiling Affect Social Security?
As the nation eagerly awaits a vote on the debt ceiling issue, Social Security beneficiaries are left to wonder about the timeliness of their checks.
Jul 31, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Choosing to be Frugal
Do you want to start being responsible with money? Do you have what it takes to be frugal? Find out what it means to be frugal & how to get started.
Jun 29, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Tax Preparer Certification Fee, Exam & Continuing Education
The IRS Registered Tax Preparer certification process will become more difficult over time; a competency exam & continuing education requirement are coming.
May 29, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Missing IRS Form W-2? Get a Replacement W-2 or Use Form 4852
It's tax time, and you need your W-2, but where is it? Learn what to do in case of a missing IRS Form W-2 so you can file federal income taxes on time.
Feb 25, 2011
- Lena Gott
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2011 Taxes – Tax Credits & Deductions Changes for 2011 Returns
Federal income tax rules constantly change. Expiring tax breaks were extended recently; review 2011 tax credits, deductions for taxes before filing returns.
Feb 4, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Green Dot Reloadable Prepaid Visa Debit Card – MyAccountCard
Green Dot's MyAccountCard reloadable prepaid Visa debit card is for income tax refunds. The IRS is testing a federal tax refund direct deposit alternative.
Jan 17, 2011
- Lena Gott
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IRS Prepaid Visa Debit Cards for 2010 Income Tax Refunds
Want an IRS reloadable prepaid Visa debit card? Thousands will test 2010 federal income tax refund direct deposit using GreenDot's MyAccountCard.
Jan 17, 2011
- Lena Gott
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2011 Payroll Tax Holiday – 2% Social Security Stimulus in Checks
Obama's federal payroll tax holiday means 2% more in some 2011 paychecks. But who won't get the 2011 Social Security tax cut?
Jan 14, 2011
- Lena Gott
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IRS Now Accepting 2010 Tax Returns: Tax Filing Season Beginning?
Wondering when you can file 2010 taxes? Tax return season begins January 2011 for some, February 2011 for others. Learn about the IRS tax filing delay.
Jan 14, 2011
- Lena Gott
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2011 W-4 Form – Change 2011 IRS Withholding Tax
Is your 2011 federal income tax withholding correct? If not, here's a printable 2011 Form W-4. Use it to change the amount withheld from 2011 paychecks.
Jan 11, 2011
- Lena Gott
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2% Social Security Tax Cut: Payroll Tax Holiday Deadline Jan. 31
Companies must start IRS payroll tax holiday soon; employee Social Security withholding taxes cut 2% (6.2% to 4.2%). New 2011 withholding tables on irs.gov.
Jan 4, 2011
- Lena Gott
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Obama Payroll Tax Cut – 2% Lower Withholding Taxes in 2011
Get 2011 employee-side Social Security tax cut details. This economic stimulus lowers withholding taxes by 2%; self-employed also see a payroll tax holiday.
Jan 3, 2011
- Lena Gott
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2010 Tax Return Delays: Some Can't File Taxes Until February 2011
Due to tax law changes, the earliest some taxpayers can file taxes is mid-February. Expect IRS tax return delays for those filing Schedule A & other forms.
Dec 31, 2010
- Lena Gott
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When to Mail Tax Returns – IRS Form 1040 Due Date Explained
If the Form 1040 filing deadline is April 15th, when do you need to mail the tax return? Learn IRS due date info & where to mail federal income tax returns
Dec 30, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Obama Signs 2010 Tax Bill Into Law – Tax Cuts Extended Until 2012
With Obama's 2010 tax cut bill, you'll save 2% of 2011 Social Security taxes (payroll tax withholding). Bush tax cuts are extended through the end of 2012.
Dec 17, 2010
- Lena Gott
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2010 Tax Brackets – IRS Income Tax Rate Tables
2010 IRS income tax brackets are online. See current tax rate tables for married filing jointly, head of household, single people & an example calculation.
Dec 10, 2010
- Lena Gott
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2010 Tax Credits – Important IRS Federal Income Tax Breaks
IRS 2010 tax credits include $1,000 child tax credit, appliance & energy incentives, American Opportunity Credit (education) & up to $8,000 for homebuyers.
Dec 9, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Post Office Hours of Operation and Locations
Learn how to find hours of operation for nearby postal locations. Wondering if the post office is open or closed today? See a typical USPS holiday schedule.
Dec 4, 2010
- Lena Gott
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New Google AdWords Keyword Tool vs Old Google Keyword Interface
The new Google AdWords keyword tool is here to stay. Does this external keyword tool return synonyms like the old keyword research interface?
Dec 3, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Target REDcard Discount: 5% with Target Credit Cards, Debit Cards
Get 5% off groceries, clothing, toys, baby care & household goods with Target credit cards or debit cards. The REDcard® discount applies to most purchases.
Dec 2, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Free Monthly Expense Template – Simple Household Bills Tracker
Here's a simple example monthly budget worksheet with a pre-populated list of personal expenses. Find links to other sample Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Nov 26, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Excel Budget Templates – Free Sample Worksheets to Download
Need a Microsoft Excel budget spreadsheet? Download one of these free sample income and expenses worksheet templates for personal budgeting purposes.
Nov 25, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Photo Christmas Card Ideas – Pretty Designs & Unique Templates
Here are unique Christmas photo card examples; buy these pretty Christmas card designs online. Customize greeting card templates with cute family pictures.
Nov 16, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Sell a Second Hand Car Online
Thinking about listing a used car for sale online? Learn about autotrader.com & cars.com. Second hand motor vehicles can definitely be sold on the internet.
Nov 16, 2010
- Lena Gott
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2010 Taxes – IRS Forms, Tax Rates, Due Dates, Other Filing Info
Need IRS tax filing info for this year? Find out when 2010 taxes are due, how to get federal income tax return forms & what tax rates to expect.
Nov 15, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Do I Have to File Taxes? Tax Filing Requirements for Individuals
Ever find yourself wondering if you have to file taxes? Unemployment & Social Security benefits can be taxable. You have to file a return to get a refund.
Nov 15, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Appliance Rebates & 2010 Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
Here's a roundup of articles on state appliance rebate programs & info on 2010 energy tax credits for appliances and energy-saving home upgrades.
Nov 13, 2010
- Lena Gott
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2010 Federal Tax Credits for Appliances, Energy Efficient Updates
Buying an Energy Star® appliance or making an energy efficient household upgrade by 12/31/10? Take advantage of 2010 tax credits & rebate incentives.
Nov 13, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Walmart Day After Thanksgiving Sale 2010
Walmart's 2010 day after Thanksgiving sale details aren't known yet. Find out when the Walmart Black Friday ad will be posted; find pre-Black Friday deals.
Nov 5, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Bush Tax Cuts – Will Obama, Congress Let Tax Cuts Expire in 2010?
The U.S. federal gov't is weighing pros & cons of extending Bush tax cuts. If nothing is done, they will expire on 12/31/10. Will Obama change tax rates?
Nov 3, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Bush Tax Cuts Expiring – 2010 IRS Tax Break Expiration Looming
Bush tax cuts - federal tax breaks for children, married people, education, lower tax rates - are expiring December 31, 2010. What's Obama's tax cuts view?
Nov 3, 2010
- Lena Gott
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When are Taxes Due?
Need to know the IRS tax filing deadline for personal income taxes? Remember one simple rule & you'll always know exactly when federal income taxes are due.
Nov 2, 2010
- Lena Gott
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IRS Form W-12 – Federal PTIN Application Form
Here's a link to the IRS PTIN application, Form W-12. You can apply for a paid preparer ID number by mail or online. Primary difference: processing time.
Oct 31, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Online PTIN Renewal & Registration
The IRS Tax Professional PTIN Sign-Up System is for new applicants & existing registered preparers. Online PTIN registration & renewal takes only minutes.
Oct 31, 2010
- Lena Gott
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IRS PTIN Registration – Who Needs a Paid Preparer Tax ID Number?
As of 1/1/2011, the IRS will require PTIN applications from paid tax preparers. Who is required to get a PTIN? Who doesn't have to get an IRS ID number?
Oct 27, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Scary Pumpkin Carving Templates
Looking for scary pumpkin stencils? Download & print these free jack-o-lantern pumpkin carving templates; get printable Halloween pumpkin patterns online.
Oct 22, 2010
- Lena Gott
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New IRS Tax Preparer Requirements – PTIN Registration Required
Effective January 1, 2011, tax preparers are subject to new requirements. Learn new IRS tax preparer rules; find out how to register for PTINs on irs.gov.
Oct 4, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Lady Gaga Halloween Costumes
Learn where to buy Lady Gaga Halloween costumes. Choose a weird, unique & unusual costume idea from Alejandro, Bad Romance, Poker Face, Telephone, MTV VMAs.
Sep 25, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Cheap Halloween Costumes – Ideas for Kids
This Halloween, save money by pulling together inexpensive costumes for children & teens. Try these cheap costume ideas.
Sep 21, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Easy Halloween Costume Ideas – Make Simple Kids' Costumes at Home
Need a last-minute kids' costume? Pull simple, inexpensive outfits together at home. Consider these low-cost, easy Halloween costume ideas for boys & girls.
Sep 21, 2010
- Lena Gott
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Tax Refund Check Cashing
What places cash income tax return refunds? ACE Cash Express, Walmart & Check Into Cash handle gov't checks; seek local IRS refund check cashing locations.
Sep 9, 2010
- Lena Gott
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