Anyone who loves pets might readily share a Facebook post about a missing cat or dog. But scammers know how to pull all sorts of tricks.
Author: Susan Tompor
Companies can deduct full cost of business meals on 2022 tax returns
Many businesses could deduct the entire cost of meals and beverages in 2021 and 2022, thanks to a temporary break. Now we go back to the old rules.
Tax season 2023: What exactly is the mileage rate? There’s more than one.
Mileage reimbursement for business isn’t as easy as it used to be — and tax season in 2023 has yet another new twist on mileage rates for business.
Scammers pretend to be from your bank to drain your savings
Consumers are warned to watch out for scammers impersonating their bank. But will they get more protection in 2023 with a change in rules?
Gift card scams: How to check your balance and get money back if it’s zero
Gift card scams are more common than you may think. If you received a gift card this holiday season be sure to check its balance as soon as possible
How much is that boxer puppy online? Beware of puppy scams that can ruin your Christmas
Searching for a pet online is as common as searching for a sweater. But consumers are warned of puppy scams, fake websites and outrageous fees.
Frivolous spending is easy place to cut back this holiday season
Hearing more forecasts of a recession in 2023, even a mild one, can give shoppers more reason to avoid high cost credit card debt and big spending.
Federal student loan borrowers need to plan ahead if payments restart in January
Student loan debt relief, and the legal challenges, are top of mind. But consumers need to review how they’d resume making payments in 2023 too.
Credit card companies may waive late payment fee — but you have to ask
Some credit card companies are waiving late fees which can help lower your borrowing costs in the future
Taxpayers alarmed by IRS notice asking them to resend their 2020 returns. Is it a scam?
For taxpayers, it’s unsettling to get an IRS notice when you did everything by the book. Filed the return on time. Sent the money that was due.