Should you Report your Rent Payments to Credit Bureaus?

Should you Report your Rent Payments to Credit Bureaus?

Mortgage and auto payments are automatically reported to credit agencies, but rental payments are not. New services, however, are making it easier than ever to report this information. If your landlord gives you the option to report your rental payment history to the three (3) credit agencies - should you opt-in?

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3 Different Methods for Managing Household Expenses with your Spouse

3 Different Methods for Managing Household Expenses with your Spouse

Couples use a variety of methods to manage their household finances. While some prefer to combine everything from the beginning, others are more comfortable, with separate accounts or a combination of joint and separate. Here are a few methods that may be helpful when having a discussion with your spouse about how you will be choosing to manage your household finances going forward.

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Say 'Hello' to the New(ish) 1099-NEC Form

Say 'Hello' to the New(ish) 1099-NEC Form

Beginning tax year 2020, compensation for non-employees (contractors or freelancers) will be recorded on a 1099-NEC. For example, if you were paid to speak at a conference, write an article, or engaged in a side gig, you may receive a 1099-NEC.

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What is unique about the TSP's "G Fund"?

What is unique about the TSP's "G Fund"?

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the retirement plan for federal employees and members of the uniformed services. The G Fund is specifically issued by the Treasury Department for TSP participants and it offers a unique benefit. This is how it works.

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