Tax Organizing Cheat Sheet
It’s tax season! In less than two months, one way or another, you’re going to do what needs to be done to stay out of tax jail. The first thing to do is to make a folder that says “Tax 2021” — either on your computer or a manila folder — and then put the...
What are “Tax Refund Loans”?
Waiting is for schlubs. At least that’s the message retail tax preparers are broadcasting with tax refund loans. Instead of waiting two to three weeks for your tax refund, it’s now possible to get a loan for the same amount on the day you file. Or I should say,...
5 Car-Buying Tips for 2022
We all go through it. A period of time when we doubt ourselves, and everything seems distorted. Not to mention the awful music that is somehow ruining the new car smell. I’m talking about car dealerships, and how to prepare yourself for everybody’s least favorite...
An Ounce of Prevention
The cost of winter seems to go up every year — and not just in money. If you’re not prepared for it, it can be a time-stealer, too. I know someone whose life was turned upside down when a secondary branch of an ancient oak tree came crashing through his roof. Crews...
Don’t Delay The Journey Of Financial Literacy
Teenagers will tell you that they know everything. Everything except revolving credit card debt, skyrocketing bills, and applying for loans. These are the kinds of things that shouldn’t be learned by trial and error. It’s important to have open and honest...
What Is A Financial Advisor?
A lot of people get bookkeeping and financial advising mixed up. Here at JHA, we don’t advise you on how to make more money, we count and organize the money you already have. The art and science of investing is actually done by financial advisors. With a financial...
How Facebook Quizzes Are Phishing For Your Information
Your Uncle Jeffrey has shared a quiz that he did on Facebook about what kind of superhero he would be. While that looks tempting to do, it’s best to steer clear of any and all social media quizzes. The topics might be lighthearted, and a lot of the questions might not...
Buy Now, Pay Later
There’s a new acronym in town. BNPL stands for “Buy now, pay later,” and it’s totally different from traditional credit. You may have seen some new logos popping up next to some products in online stores — names like Affirm, Afterpay, and Klarna. These BNPL...
Create A Cybersecurity Plan Of Action
Now is the time for a cybersecurity check. Don’t wait! There is a lot riding on a laptop as it accumulates information as someone goes about their life. It would be a very valuable asset for fraudsters and scammers. So, how can someone protect themselves from...
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