If you typically receive a big refund at the end of the tax year, you may want to rethink how much you’re withholding from each paycheck. Remember, by not properly estimating your tax obligation, you’re giving the government the right to hold onto your money interest free for up to 16 months. This...

When it comes to preparing taxes, many find the act of sorting and categorizing expenses the most time consuming job of all. So why not simplify? Personal finance sites like Mint.com and Buxfer offer automatic categorization, tagging and sorting for all your financial transactions throughout the year....

Ready or not, 2010 is here! In the spirit of getting in shape for the New Year (financial shape, that is), we’ve put together 10 tips that will help you make 2010 a financially healthy year for you. 1. Review your credit card terms With new credit card reform laws going into effect in February,...

December is a busy month and, with the holidays in full swing, the last thing most folks want to focus on is taxes. This year’s tax planning, though, is particularly important for most Americans. Even if you’ve been lucky and haven’t experienced a financial setback, it’s still smart to meet...