Stop Wasting Time at Work
A recent study taken by American workers found that only 11% of the respondents were able to complete all of their given tasks within the workday. A s...
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Looking to take your financial knowledge to the next level? Whether you are looking to save taxes or improve your business, Ask Ralph will bring you new information designed to make the complex simple and give you real-world advice.
Estimated Tax Payments
The American tax system operates on a "pay as you go" basis, meaning, the IRS wants taxes paid as you earn your income, not after. For employees, this...
An Innocent Spouse
When filing a joint federal tax return, the law holds you and your spouse jointly responsible for the entire tax liability. What this means is that th...
Median Americans
Ever wonder how you and your household compares with spending to the average American? We all know what the biggest expenses, i.e. housing, groceries,...
Avoid These 4 Mistakes in Tax Filing
As Tax Day inches closer and closer, it can be tempting to rush through your tax returns while preparing, but we urge you, that could be a bad idea. R...
The Great Refund Debate
Are your personal finances a highly-organized, well-oiled machine? Or is there a lot of room for improvement? The answer to that question is more impo...
Tips for Choosing a Tax Preparer
More than 50% of taxpayers hire a professional to prepare their taxes. With that being said, hiring a profession doe not absolve you of your legal res...
Do You Need to File a Tax Return?
You are required to file a federal income tax return if your income is above a certain level. That level varies quite a bit, depending on your filing ...
Home Ownership Tax Myths
Home ownership is a lifelong dream for millions, and one that comes with its own unique set of pleasures and challenges. But for all the true benefits...
Business Versus Hobby
You have started a business and you aren't making a profit. You've heard that the IRS won't accept business deductions if it considered your business ...