Perhaps you’ve been hearing about one of the newest technological developments in the car insurance industry: pay-as-you-drive. A device is installed in your vehicle that tracks how many miles you drive in the course of a month, how safely you drive, or a combination of both — depending on your insurance company. Several major providers […]
It’s no secret that I love my Health Savings Account (HSA). I make regular contributions, and even maxed out my contribution last year. The HSA isn’t for everyone, but if you have a high-deductible account, and can afford the out-of-pocket costs until you meet you deductible (I rarely meet my deductible, because I have few […]
It’s commonly said that there are two things you can count on: death and taxes. For me, you can add signing up for health insurance every October. I log into my employer’s benefits website and open the document that compares my medical plan options. This part usually requires a little thought, as the plans change […]
Surveys indicate that the average American wedding costs about $28,000. With couples dropping so much money on an event with many moving parts, it’s becoming increasingly popular to purchase wedding insurance. This concept wasn’t even on my radar when I was married, and it wouldn’t have been something I considered necessary. But, then again, I […]
One of the biggest financial news stories right now is the approaching deadline to sign up for health insurance under Obamacare. If you aren’t covered by a health plan right now, you have until March 31, 2014 to sign up — or face the possibility of a penalty next year when you file your tax […]
It’s January, which means it’s time to start preparing your income tax return for 2013. Looking at the bright side, you’ll have at least one more tax return in which to enjoy credits for your higher education expenses, home efficiency improvements, and charitable donations from your IRA. These, as well as a number of other […]
