I have seen a lot of questions recently about how to navigate the IRS's automated phone system so you can talk to a live person at the IRS. While automated systems can be great, sometimes you just need to talk to a human, and it can be hard to figure that out through the IRS's system. Recently, I came across some great information about how to get a live person at the IRS and wanted to make it easily available to you. Remember, IRS phone … [Read more...]
Side Hustles for Immobile Persons
We talk a lot about side hustles on this site, but frequently, those require you to be active. For example, doing lawn work or picking up household chores can be a great way to bring in some extra income. But what about side hustles for immobile persons? Online Survey Sites An easy way to start bringing in a small amount of cash is through online sites where you can be paid to take surveys. Obviously, you're not going to be making a lot of … [Read more...]
Do You Need a Will?
The one thing that most of us don't want to think about is our own demise. I'm young and healthy - I don't want to think about dying. But unfortunately, it's a possibility, and if that happens, I need to make sure that my family is protected. So have you given it some thought? Do you need a will? What Happens If You Don't Have a Will? If you die without a will, everything you own is passed on by the succession rules in your state. That … [Read more...]
How to Be Financially Responsible
We talk a lot about financial responsibility. But what does it mean to be financially responsible? What are the steps you should take? There is a lot of information out there and it can be easy to get overwhelmed, so let’s start with the basics. Read on for how to be financially responsible. What is financial responsibility? There are a lot of definitions out there, but let’s keep it simple. To be financially responsible, you need to … [Read more...]
The Downside of Amazon’s Subscribe and Save
It’s no secret that I love shopping at Amazon.com. I’m a busy woman, and I love that I can get just about everything delivered right to my door. I even have an Amazon Visa card, which essentially gives me cash back that I can use at Amazon. I also like a bargain and I do my best to balance convenience with getting the best deal I can. One service that Amazon.com offers is Subscribe and Save. If there are items you find yourself regularly … [Read more...]