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MoneyWI$E Archived Issue List

  • July, 2008
    • 10 Tips: Facing foreclosure? Here's help
    • Top Five Biggest Retirement Mistakes
    • Five Ways to Lend to Your Kids Without Keeping Them in Your Debt
  • June, 2008
    • Getting squeezed by credit card companies
    • How can I repair my poor credit?
    • Refinancing Your Mortgage
    • Rich Mom, Poor Mom
  • May, 2008
    • 5 Ways to Make the Most of Lower Rates
    • Prescription for Raising Financially Healthy Kids
    • Ten Ways Drivers Can Cut Gasoline Costs and Gas Consumption
  • April, 2008
    • IRS Tax Tip: Avoid Common Errors
    • Twelve Tax Myths
    • Don't Raid Your Retirement Account
    • Six Keys to Successful Investing
  • March, 2008
    • Financial Workout Tips
    • The Value of 'No'
    • Credit Traps for the Unwary
    • Buyers: Should you wait for the market bottom?
  • February, 2008
    • 8 Secret Scores That Lenders Keep
    • Applying For A Mortgage
    • Debt Free And More By 2009
  • January, 2008
    • 10 ways to simplify your Life in 2008
    • 6 money dilemmas
    • Do It Now: Get on Track for Retirement
    • The Best and Worst Money Moves of 2007
  • December, 2007
    • For Gen X, time to grow up and get a broker
    • How to Become a Stress-Free Shopper
    • Year-End Tax Planning
  • November, 2007
    • Avoiding Credit and Charge Card Fraud
    • Are you Financially Literate?
    • Payday Loans = Costly Cash
  • October, 2007
    • Top 10 Money Decision for Today's Incoming College Freshman
    • 6 Strategies for Successful Complaints
    • Six Keys to Successful Investing
  • September, 2007
    • Bank Products: What's Insured and What's Not
    • Shopping for Auto Insurance
    • Are Credit Cards evil or just dangerous?
  • August, 2007
    • College Students And Credit Cards: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
    • Contemplating Bankruptcy
    • Ten Questions to Ask Before Saying 'I Do'
  • July, 2007
    • 3 problems with refis - and what you can do
    • Keeping tabs on older parents
    • It's never too late to save for retirement. Here are five tips to help you jump in now.
  • June, 2007
    • Beat Back Five Financial Fears
    • Taking The Plunge: Affording Your Big Summer Dreams
    • The Summer Job Hunt Is On For Teens!
  • May, 2007
    • No-Cost Ways To Save Energy & Money
    • Home Ownership Out Of Reach For Many Adult Americans
    • American Adults Still Expect To Retire With A Pension
    • Term-Life Prices Have Fallen 33 Percent In 10 Years
  • April, 2007
    • Establishing a Budget
    • How can I pay off my credit card debt?
    • Getting Started: Establishing A Financial Safety Net
  • March, 2007
    • 15 Tips To Help Moms Become Millionaires
    • Today Is The Day - Establish An Emergency Fund
    • Organizing Your Finances When Your Spouse Dies
  • February, 2007
    • Investing Internationally: How, Why, And What To Watch Out For
    • Eight Tips To Getting Financial Aid For Your Child
    • Does Your Business Need A Document Management System?
  • January, 2007
    • How to Make your Retirement Nest Egg Last
    • Business Entertainment: What's deductible and what's not
    • Aging Parents: Asking them the Tough Questions
  • December, 2006
    • Have A Tightwad's Christmas
    • Key 2006 Tax Breaks Make Saving For Retirement Sweeter
    • Treasury Announces End To Long-Distance Telephone Excise Tax
  • November, 2006
    • How To Qualify For The Hope And Lifetime Learning Credits
    • Vacation Homes Come With Tax Benefits
    • Bank Smart: Follow These Banking Basics
    • Ten Smart Ways To Avoid Identity Theft
  • October, 2006
    • Gain Control Of Your Finances In Five Easy Steps
    • Investment 101: Teaching Teens To Invest
    • A Half Dozen Year-End Tax Tips For Small Business Owners
    • Tax Increase Prevention And Reconciliation Act: What You Need To Know
  • September, 2006
    • How To Select The Right Investments For The Right Goals
    • Protect Your Finances: How To Avoid Investment Scams
    • How To Benefit From Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Save Fuel And Taxes With New Hybrid Vehicles
  • August, 2006
    • Estate Planning Terms You Need To Know
    • Understanding Estate Taxes And How They Can Affect You
    • Organizing Your Finances When Your Spouse Dies
    • Planning For The Possibility Of Incapacity
  • July, 2006
    • Hiring Your Children Is Good Business
    • Every Family Business Needs A Succession Plan
    • Disaster Preparation Can Save Your Business
    • How To Create An Ethical Culture In Any Size Business
    • Five Advantages To Incorporating Your Business
  • June, 2006
    • Financial Tips: CPAs' Gift To College Graduates
    • Tax Planning For Newlyweds
    • Life's Financial Emergencies: Six Ways To Prepare
    • Hiring A Summer Household Helper? Better Brush Up On Employment Taxes
  • May, 2006
    • The Financial Side Of Buying Your First Home
    • Homeownership: The Tax Implications Of Trading Down
    • Reverse Mortgages: The Pros And Cons Of Cashing In
  • April, 2006
    • Automatic Tax-Filing Extension Is Good News For Procrastinators
    • FAQs About Tax Audits
    • Have You Overpaid Your Taxes? Tweak Your W-4
  • March, 2006
    • No Sweat Tax-Filing Tips
    • Tax Breaks Get Better With 2006 Inflation Adjustments
    • Tax Breaks That Help When Disaster Strikes
    • Deductible Investment-Related Expenses
  • February, 2006
    • Deductible Medical Expenses You Can't Afford To Overlook
    • Understanding The Child And Dependent Care Tax Credit
    • Ask The Right Questions To Claim Business Travel Deductions
  • January, 2006
    • New Year, New Financial Records: What To Keep And For How Long
    • How to Raise your Credit Score
    • Life's Financial Emergencies: What you can do to Prepare
  • December, 2005
    • Insurance Guidelines For Soon-To-Be-Retirees
    • Take Charge Of Your 401(K) Plan
    • Time To Sign Up For Medicare Drug Benefit
  • November, 2005
    • Plan Now To Ensure A Secure Retirement
    • Retirement Planning Checklist For 30-Somethings
    • Seven Ways To Boost Your Retirement Wealth
  • October, 2005
    • CPAs Outline Basic Rules For Investors
    • How To Help Your Child Become Stock Market Savvy
    • The Risks And Rewards Of Investing In Mutual Funds
    • Understanding How Dividends Are Taxed
  • September, 2005
    • Ten Easy Ways To Save Money In Your Business
    • Franchises For Would-Be Entrepeneurs
    • Accounting Quiz For Prospective Business Owners
    • What Every Business Owner Needs To Know About Cash Flow
  • August, 2005
    • Job Hunting Costs: What You Can And Can't Deduct
    • How Safe Is Your Money: FAQs About FDIC Insurance
    • Five Key Steps To Homeownership
  • July, 2005
    • College Students: Tips For Managing Credit
    • Get The Insurance Coverage You Need To Protect Your Business And Your Future
    • Key Steps In Setting Up A 401(k) Plan For Your Employees
  • June, 2005
    • An Income Tax "To Do" List For Newlyweds
    • Summertime Advice For Managing Your Taxes
    • Tax Planning For The Self-Employed
    • Financial Management For Grads: What They Don't Teach You In College
  • May, 2005
    • Smart Shoppers Guide To Auto Insurance
    • Understanding The Value Of Life Insurance
    • Seven Ways To Lower Your Homeowners Insurance Costs
    • Protect Your Assets With Personal Liability Insurance
  • April, 2005
    • Here's how to use your tax refund wisely
    • Tax Audit Triggers to Watch Out For
    • FAQs about amending your tax return
  • March, 2005
    • Don't Be An April Fool This Tax Season
    • Save Time And Money With E-File
    • Keep More Of What You Earn: Small Business Tax Checklist
    • Tax Breaks For Homeowners
  • February, 2005
    • Child and Dependent Care Credit Eases Burden of Working Families
    • Get Educated on the Student Loan Interest deduction
    • Why you Can't Afford to Overlook Tax Credits
    • Tuition and Fees Deduction: Who Qualifies and How?
  • January, 2005
    • Get Smart About Savings In 2005
    • Tax Quiz: How Much Tax Help Do You Need?
    • What You Don't Know Can Hurt You: Be Sure To Understand All Credit Card Terms
    • How To Weather A Financial Setback
  • December, 2004
    • Checking And Correcting Your Credit Report
    • Eight Key Questions To Help You Manage Your Retirement Portfolio
    • Online Banking: Should You Or Shouldn't You?
    • Tax Benefits Of Charitable Giving
  • November, 2004
    • Making The Most Of Severance Pay
    • Understanding The Risks Of Debit Cards
    • Tax Breaks Available For Those Who Serve Their Country
  • October, 2004
    • Fraud Prevention Steps For Small Businesses
    • Protect customers' data with a privacy policy
    • Ten Steps to Safeguard your Computer
  • September, 2004
    • Get Educated On Section 529 College Savings Plans
    • Borrowing Wisely For College
    • Beginner's Guide To Self-Employment Taxes
    • Do You Have What It Takes To Make The Entrepreneurial Leap?
  • August, 2004
    • Is Your Homeowner's Insurance Up To Date?
    • Why You Need Disability Insurance
    • Assessing Life Insurance Policies
    • Health Insurance Options for the Self-Employed
  • July, 2004
    • Ten Worst Credit Card Mistakes
    • Financial Planning: Recovering After Disaster Hits
    • Disaster Recovery Planning For Small Businesses
    • IT Checklist For Small Businesses
  • June, 2004
    • What You Need To Know About Establishing Credit
    • College Graduate: How To Get Debt Under Control
    • Planning To Sell Your Business? Answers To Your Questions.
    • Mid-Year Tax Savings Checklist For Small Business Owners
  • May, 2004
    • The Tax Implications Of Selling Your Home
    • Pros And Cons Of Borrowing Against Your Home
    • Must-Ask Mortgage Questions
    • Insuring Your Home-Based Business
  • April, 2004
    • Income Taxes: What You Should Do Differently In 2004
    • Help For High Medical Costs
    • Military Relief Act Offers Significant Tax Breaks
    • Get Out Of Debt: Five Helpful Steps
  • March, 2004
    • Tax Deductions For Those Who Don't Itemize
    • Deducting Business Car Expenses
    • How To Make The Most Of The IRS Web Site
    • The State Treasurer's Office: A Resource for Kansans
  • February, 2004
    • Unclaimed Property: A Taxing Issue?
    • Avoiding An IRS Audit
    • Ten Tax Deductions Small Business Owners Can't Afford To Overlook
    • Flexible Spending Accounts: A Good Idea Gets Better
    • Health Savings Accounts-- A Tax Saving Opportunity
  • January, 2004
    • A Guide To Smart Recordkeeping
    • Rev Up Your Retirement Savings In 2004
    • Resolutions To Take Charge Of Your Financial Life
    • A New Year, A New Legislative Session: Seven Tips to Help You Stay Connected
  • December, 2003
    • Ten Exercises For Achieving Fiscal Fitness In 2004
    • The Tax Benefits Of Donating Property
    • Family Foundations Can Help Maximize Charitable Giving
    • A CPA's Guide To Holiday Gift Giving
    • Eleven Tax Tips for December
  • November, 2003
    • When And Why You Should Update Your Will
    • An Estate Planning Checklist Everyone Can Use
    • Understanding The Tax Implications Of Fringe Benefits
    • A CPA's Primer On Reading The Financial Pages
  • October, 2003
    • When Disaster Strikes: How To Deal With Property Loss
    • Starting Over: Eight Steps For Rebuilding Your Finances
    • Private Mortgage Insurance: Who Benefits?
    • NAUPA education seminar in Omaha, Nebraka
  • September, 2003
    • Freshman Finance 101: Money Management Skills For College Students
    • Bridging The College Savings Gap With Financial Aid
    • Important Lessons For Those Who Failed To Save For College
  • August, 2003
    • Party On The Prairie
    • Build Customer Confidence With An Internet Privacy Policy
    • Refinancing: It's Not Just About The Interest Rate
  • July, 2003
    • What You Can And Can't Expect From Credit Counseling
    • Check Your Credit Report
    • Teach Your Teenager How To Manage A Summer Salary
    • Tax Implications Of Combining Business And Vacation Travel
  • June, 2003
    • Smart Ways To Use The Equity In Your Home
    • Six Life Insurance Myth-Busters
    • Do's And Don'ts For Managing Your 401(K) Plan
  • May, 2003
    • Guarding Against Identity Theft
    • A Simple Retirement Plan Fix For Small Businesses
    • Succession Plans Keep Family Businesses In Business
  • April, 2003
    • Last-Minute Tax Return Checklist
    • Smart Ways To Put Your Tax Refund To Work
    • It's Your Money: Find It, Keep It
  • March, 2003
    • When It Comes to Tax Returns, Know What You're Signing
    • Don't be an IRS Audit Target: Avoid Waving Red Flags
    • Filing as Head of Household Can Lower Your Tax Bill
    • Get Smart: Earn Tax Credits For Education
    • Earned Income Tax Credit Gives Relief to Lower-Income Workers
    • Tax Breaks for People With Disabilities
    • Families Can Benefit From Child and Dependent Care Credit
    • Qualified Dependents Can Save You Tax Dollars
    • The "Why" and "How-to" of Filing Taxes Electronically
  • February, 2003
    • Build Your Savings in 2003 With Ten Simple Strategies
    • Get Tax Smart in 2003: It's All About Planning
    • To Itemize or Not To Itemize: What You Need to Know to Make the Right Decision

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