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Guide to Canada-U.S. Cross-Border Tax Planning
Cross-border tax planning between Canada and the U.S. will require you to manage income, assets…
Tax Refund Status: How To Track Your Tax Refund
Image by GettyImages; illustration by Bankrate Wondering where your tax refund is? The best way…
Can You Roll Over a 401(k) Into a 403(b) Account?
The IRS does permit rollovers between these 401(k) and 403(b) plans, allowing you to consolidate…
Why Now Is a Great Time to Prioritize Paying Down Card Debt
Economists say there’s at least a 1-in-3 chance of a recession (36 percent) in the…
10 Examples of Taxable and Nontaxable Income
Understanding what counts as taxable income and what does not can significantly impact your financial…
Overdraft Fees Vs. NSF Fees: How They Differ
An overdraft fee may be charged when a bank temporarily covers transactions that would otherwise…
I’m 65 and Retiring Soon. How Should I Structure My $890k Portfolio?
Do you have a backup plan?This is one of the key questions when it comes…
What Is Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance (LPMI)?
Halfpoint Images/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways With lender-paid mortgage insurance (LPMI),…
What Tax Bracket Does It Make Sense to Start Converting Traditional IRA to a Roth?
Your current tax bracket is an important consideration when evaluating whether to convert a tax-deferred…
Bigger Isn’t Always Better For Today’s Homebuyers
Key takeaways The typical mortgage payment doubled between 2020 and 2024, while today’s new homes…
We’re in Our 70s With Our Home Paid Off and $350k in IRAs. Can a Nursing Home Take Any of It?
A nursing home cannot unilaterally take your assets or property, even if you are staying…
Is Linking Bank Accounts Safe?
Key takeaways Linking bank accounts makes it easier to transfer funds, automate savings, split direct…
