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H&R Block has been doing taxes since 1955 and has 60,000 tax pros with an average of 10 years of experience. With their many service levels from complete DIY to online assist to fully in-person with a tax pro, you can be sure you are getting exactly what you need without overpaying.

If you want to get free financial advice to help you make an important decision, there are services out there to help you. From banks to libraries to pro bono financial advisors, this list of resources can help match you with someone who can help.

Launched in 2011, Wealthfront is a robo-advisor with $75+ billion in assets under management as of January 2025. A robo-advisor…

FreeTaxUSA is a tax preparation software program that is exactly what the name implies – free. It’s free to file…

If you owe taxes this year, you may be wondering if paying with a credit card makes sense. We break down the fees associated with paying with a credit card along with the rewards you could get, to help you decide if it makes sense for you.

While TaxAct doesn't have all the bells and whistles of other tax software out there it is generally cheaper to file with them. If you don't need extras, such as one on one support or audit assistance you may want to consider TaxAct. They offer a free version for simple returns and several other levels of service depending on how complicated your taxes are.

TaxSlayer offers low cost, online tax prep. Their free version isn't as comprehensive as other platforms, for example it doesn't support dependents. However, their paid plans are less expensive than their competitors.

Betterment is one of the original robo-advisor platforms, but in recent years, it's expanded its product lineup to include a High-Yield Cash Reserve account, a no-fee checking account, and access to financial planning advice. How does it compare to other top robo-advisors? Find out in this Betterment review.

Before you open a checking account for your teenager, you’ll want to consider which features are most important for you and your child. For example, some teen checking accounts have lower daily ATM and debit purchase limits than others. Plus the level of parental control varies widely.

Everyone wants a great interest rate on their savings. But along with a good return, it's important to do business with a bank that's accessible and trustworthy. In this review of Barclays US online bank, I'll cover the strengths and weaknesses, and present you with a few online banking alternatives to consider.

Which tax software to choose depends on your specific situation. If you have a simple return in only one state you can likely get your taxes done for free with TurboTax or Cash App Taxes. But if things are more complicated or you want live help from a tax expert then you'll want an upgraded package as you can find with H&R Block.

If you need to evacuate your home in a hurry, it's important you have a Go Bag prepared. In addition to survival supplies, make sure you have your financial Go Bag packed too - here's what to include.