Taxes
2026 Tax Brackets and Deductions
Key Takeaways The 2026 tax brackets were increased for inflation, allowing taxpayers to earn more income before moving into higher...
Targeted 5X Points on Gas/Groceries/Restaurants — My Money Blog
New quarter, new offers. A quick 2026 Q1 reminder that you can discover targeted offers for your Chase-issued credit card...
Can I File Taxes If My Parents Claim Me?
Key Takeaways Yes, you can file taxes even if your parents claim you. Dependency status does not prevent you from...
Bank Accounts, Treasury Bills, Money Markets, ETFs – January 2026 — My Money Blog
Here’s my monthly survey of the best interest rates on cash as of January 2026, roughly sorted from shortest to...
Which Is Right for Your Business?
Sales tax compliance has become increasingly complex since the South Dakota v. Wayfair decision. With 46 states and Washington, D.C....
How to Handle Taxes During a Legal Name Change
Key Takeaways A legal name change does not affect how much tax you owe, but it can affect whether the...
MMB Portfolio Asset Allocation & Performance – 2025 Year End Update — My Money Blog
Here is my 2025 Year-End portfolio update that includes all our combined 401k/403b/IRAs and taxable brokerage accounts but excludes our...
Sales Tax Year in Review, Compliance Strategies for 2026
Hard to believe the year is almost over – and it’s also hard to believe just how much change sales tax can stuff into just 12 months. But change did occur, and it’s up to you...
Asset Class & Target Date Fund Returns — My Money Blog
2025 saw positive returns for every broad asset class that I track. Per Morningstar, here are the total annual returns...
2026 Tax Changes: What You Need to Know
Key Takeaways In 2026, federal income tax brackets are adjusted for inflation, meaning income thresholds rise while marginal rates remain the same,...
Free Credit Monitoring Alerts From All 3 Major Credit Bureaus — My Money Blog
Updated. Happy New Year! In terms of keeping my finances in order, what I’ve been finding most useful recently are...
Tax Differences Between HSAs and FSAs
Key Takeaways HSAs offer long-term tax advantages through a triple tax benefit: tax-deductible contributions, tax-free growth, and tax-free withdrawals for...
