Traveling offers us all the opportunity to unplug from daily routines, and according to an annual summer travel survey, roughly half the country intends to shell out on airfare and hotel accommodations this season. If you’re making plans, it’s important to protect your finances to ensure a stress-free and enjoyable travel experience. Here are our suggestions.
It’s tax season once again…have you filed your return? April 15th is this year’s deadline, and you can also file for an extension which extends your timeline to October 15th. (Pro tip: To avoid the fees often associated with tax prep sites, eligible individuals can head over to the IRS for free online filing options.)
In 2023 the average tax refund was $2,753, and many are seeing higher returns this year due to changes the IRS made to counteract inflation. Not sure how to optimize your return? We offer several suggestions for recipients on investing wisely.