Beverly Harzog is a nationally recognized personal finance and credit card expert. She’s the bestselling author of five books, including The Debt Escape Plan and Confessions of a Credit Junkie.

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Unemployment: What to Do if Your Direct Deposit Is Late

If your unemployment check or direct deposit hasn't arrived, here are possible reasons.

Geoff Williams Feb. 22, 2021

Taxes

What to Know About Stimulus Payments and Your Taxes

Will you owe more money at tax time because of last year’s stimulus payments? Find out here.

Maryalene LaPonsie Feb. 22, 2021

Personal Finance

A Guide to 1031 Exchanges

A 1031 exchange can help you defer capital gains taxes on investment property, but the rules are complicated.

Kimberly Lankford Feb. 19, 2021

Taxes

The Pros and Cons of Standard vs. Itemized Tax Deductions

Before you file, understand whether a standard deduction vs. itemized deduction is best for you.

Maryalene LaPonsie Feb. 16, 2021

Personal Finance

A Guide to Educational Tax Credits and Deductions

Several tax breaks can help you cover the cost of education – and even pay for some new expenses because of COVID-19.

Kimberly Lankford Feb. 12, 2021

Taxes

15 Self-Employment Tax Deductions

Working for yourself comes with the opportunity to claim a variety of tax write-offs.

Maryalene LaPonsie Feb. 8, 2021

Taxes

How to Choose Your Tax Filing Status

Know the key differences in filing status, including married filing jointly, married filing separately and head of household.

Geoff Williams Feb. 8, 2021

Personal Finance

How to File Taxes

Filing taxes may be different because of stimulus payments, unemployment benefits, freelance income or job loss in 2020. Here’s when and how to file this year.

Kimberly Lankford Feb. 5, 2021