April 2010
 Getting Out from Under Debt Are you having trouble managing a heavy debt load? If so, you’re not alone. Households have an average of nearly $11,000 in credit card debt alone. In addition, job loss or upward adjustments to mortgage payments have left many people wondering how to pay off their monthly bills. Here are some tips to help you emerge from indebtedness and perform a spending reality check. How to Get a Better Financial Aid Package When most high school students start looking at colleges, they think about what the college offers in terms of academics and extracurriculars. But when the financial aid packages from schools come in the mail this spring, the final decision will likely be made with dollars and cents in mind. Learn how to get the best possible aid package from your dream school. Tax Issues for the Unemployed Many Americans have experienced tough times in the last year or so, including a job loss. If you’re uncertain how the tax laws apply to the unemployed or those seeking a new position, here's some advice. Were You Affected by the Recent Flooding and Storm Damage? The NJSCPA Disaster Recovery Guide provides helpful, step-by-step information for New Jersey residents who were affected by storm or flood damage. How to Save Enough to Retire in Comfort The precarious economy may have created some setbacks, but with a few changes and some tried-and-true tactics, you don’t have to give up your retirement dreams. Saving Green by Going Green The last decade has seen a growing interest in “going green,” or taking steps to preserve natural resources and protect the environment. But did you know that there can be tax benefits when you take environmentally friendly steps, such as minimizing energy usage? > SEE ALSO: Going Green Is Easier Than You Think      |
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