If you're into investing, there's a good chance you've heard of bitcoin and other so-called cryptocurrencies. Investing in and safely storing bitcoins and other crypto coins can be intimidating, especially if you're not tech-savvy. However, with the right crypto wallets, or bitcoin wallet as they are sometimes called, trading coins is easy and generally safe. The total … [Read more...] about What in the world is a crypto wallet?
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COVID-19 relief may leave some with tax bills
Each year, millions of people receive unemployment benefits. And each month, billions are paid out in benefits. Yet many folks fail to realize that they're required to pay taxes on unemployment benefits, as the federal government and many states consider it taxable income.The tax bills, both from the individual and government's perspective, are no small matter. In September … [Read more...] about COVID-19 relief may leave some with tax bills
Solar panel tax credits: How they work
The federal residential solar energy credit currently gives homeowners up to a 26 percent credit on the net cost of a solar energy system placed in service between 2020 and 2022 (Businesses also can get a credit, but that's a slightly different program). Systems installed before Dec. 31, 2019, were eligible for a 30 percent tax credit.The credit represents a dollar-for-dollar … [Read more...] about Solar panel tax credits: How they work
How to save money on shipping
With the rapid move to online ordering and fulfillment, a lot of small businesses faced a budgeting concern they hadnít dealt with before: shipping. Customers have come to expect free or low-cost shipping on their orders (and fast turnaround), but the reality is that small businesses often donít have the volume to make those options viable.What to do? You still have a … [Read more...] about How to save money on shipping
Now you can find out how much your hospital charges
For most major purchases that we make, we pay close attention to price and services.But, when was the last time you asked the price of a surgery? When was the last time you shopped prices?Insured patients go in for procedures and services without any real concept of costs, and hospitals have not been required to disclose pricing for certain services in advance. A new … [Read more...] about Now you can find out how much your hospital charges