(NAPSI)—Here’s something parents, teachers, students and taxpayers may be glad to learn: An answer to education costs could be in the palm of your hands…if, that is, you get your hands on the latest thing in schoolbooks—digital textbooks, which can provide more and cost less than traditional ones. They make learning easier and more fun Read More …
Category: Personal Finance
TAX TOPICS Software Or Tax Pro: What The Difference Can Mean For You
(NAPSI)—According to the National Taxpayer Advocate, nearly 60 percent of taxpayers hire paid preparers to do their taxes. With all the tax software programs out there, why do so many people turn to a professional? “It really depends on the situation,” explained Rich Rhodes, EA, an enrolled agent in Ohio. “Young, single adults with one Read More …
PLANNING YOUR RETIREMENT Uncle Sam Wants You To Save For Retirement
(NAPSI)—If you ever feel your finances are too stretched to save for retirement, you’re not alone—and there could be good news for you. The Saver’s Credit—a little-known tax credit made available by the IRS to eligible taxpayers—could make saving for retirement more affordable than you think. It may reduce your federal income taxes when you Read More …
EDUCATION NEWS & NOTES Never Too Late To Finish High School
(NAPSI)—For many adults, passing a high school equivalency test (such as the GED® test) is the first step toward a better job, a college degree and a brighter future. Last year, adults in the U.S. who had a high school diploma or equivalent earned nearly $10,000 per year more than those without a high school Read More …
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Invest In The Cloud To Advance Your Small Business
(NAPSI)—It used to be that the size of your technology investment was in direct proportion to the size of your business. That is no longer necessarily the case. With so many customizable technology offerings available through the cloud, even the smallest microbusiness can be equipped with enterprise-size technology that can make a difference in today’s Read More …
Despite The Importance Of Workplace Innovation, Employees Lack The Necessary Tools
(NAPSI)—When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, workplace innovation may be near the top of the list for most businesses. Business owners know that their companies must innovate to stay ahead of competition, and that means hiring employees who not only possess the necessary skills for the job but who also bring fresh, new ideas. Read More …
EDUCATION NEWS & NOTES Homeschooling—The Original School Choice
(NAPSI)–While many families are considering area schools for their children, an increasing number of families are opting to homeschool their children. Since its rebirth in the 1970s, homeschooling has rapidly grown. Currently, more than 2.3 million students are involved in K−12 home education. More than 2,000 homeschool groups across the country are participating in National Read More …
School Choice Coalitions Unite Americans Of All Backgrounds by Andrew Campanella
(NAPSI)—The holidays are over and many of us are hunkering down to wait out the rest of the winter. Tens of millions of students across the country will be celebrating their educational options from January 22 through 28—traditional public schools, charter schools, magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and home education. It’s National School Choice Read More …
NEWS FOR YOUTH Junior Achievement Reaches 100 Million Student Milestone
(NAPSI)—Were you in Junior Achievement? Since its inception in 1919, Junior Achievement (JA) has helped inspire more than 100 million young people with its programs focused on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness. Now, JA is hoping to engage these former students, today’s JA Alumni, as volunteers to inspire and prepare today’s young people for Read More …
NEWS FOR YOUTH Millennials And Their Money
(NAPSI)—According to data from the IRS, millennials—those between 18 and 34—file one out of every three tax returns, earn one out of every six dollars in income and pay one out of every 13 dollars in taxes. The Problem For many of these young people, their tax filing is complicated by such things as high Read More …