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Easy and Cheap DIY Backyard Landscaping Ideas

Transforming your backyard into a useful, functional space, can be relatively inexpensive and easy with the proper tools and instruction. To make the process even simpler, we compiled a list of easy DIY backyard landscaping ideas to transform your backyard into a functional and stylish oasis.  After getting your backyard in shape, transform the rest of your lawn with these landscaping tips. Consolidate your backyard- Consolidate space in your backyard by adding in pieces that serve [...]

Easy and Cheap DIY Backyard Landscaping Ideas2022-01-07T12:53:16+00:00

Private: Reasons for Owning a Home vs. Renting

Reasons for Owning a Home vs. Renting There are many advantages and disadvantages to either owning or renting a home. Deciding which option is best for you depends on many factors such as your financial situation, whether you see yourself moving within the next few years, the current market status, whether you like to do home improvement projects yourself, and many more. To help you determine whether buying a home or continuing to rent [...]

Private: Reasons for Owning a Home vs. Renting2022-01-08T10:21:52+00:00

Private: Commonly Missed Tax Deductions

Filing your taxes can be a daunting task. We gathered tips to help you increase your deductions and your tax return. While some of these deductions may not apply to you this year, they are important to keep in mind when preparing for next year’s tax season. […]

Private: Commonly Missed Tax Deductions2022-01-08T10:22:13+00:00

Budget Worksheet

Use this budget worksheet to auto calculate your monthly budget. Simply fill out this sheet electronically and see how your remaining balance adjusts at the bottom of the worksheet based on your projected monthly expenses. At the end of the month, your goal should be to have a remaining balance of $0. This is because you want to allocate every dollar you make to an expense so you don’t have extra money laying around at the end [...]

Budget Worksheet2022-01-07T12:41:32+00:00

From Taxes to Deductions, Where Is My Paycheck Going?

From Taxes to Deductions, Where Is My Paycheck Going? Have you ever looked at your paycheck and wondered why the amount you are taking home is actually less than the total amount you earned? With the help of MoneySKILL, we outline how certain taxes and other pay deductions decrease the amount you are actually seeing go into your bank account. […]

From Taxes to Deductions, Where Is My Paycheck Going?2022-01-07T12:39:36+00:00

5 Tips for Buying a New or Used Vehicle

From make and model to MPG, there is a lot to consider when purchasing a vehicle. Before heading to the dealership, walk in prepared with our list of the five best tips for you to follow, whether you’re buying new or used! Do your research: Whether you’ve purchased a vehicle in the past or are a first-time car buyer, find out what the current […]

5 Tips for Buying a New or Used Vehicle2022-01-07T12:38:10+00:00

Easy, Clever Ways to Start Saving

One of the most popular financial resolutions each year is to “save more”. Considering that the personal savings rate in the United States is about the lowest rate of any industrialized country, according to MoneySKILL, we agree that this is a crucial area of your finances to focus on. The trouble with having “save more money” as a financial resolution is that it can be intimidating to some. You may think that you don’t [...]

Easy, Clever Ways to Start Saving2022-01-07T12:35:04+00:00

Best Used Cars in 2019 Under $15000 to Buy

Best used cars under $15000 Our best used cars under $15,000 post was so sought after, that we updated it for 2019. Continue reading to discover why it pays to buy used, and which cars made this year’s list. Why buy a used car? With extra money in your pocket from tax returns, you may be thinking about buying a car. If so, why not consider buying used? Used cars can have a lower buying [...]

Best Used Cars in 2019 Under $15000 to Buy2022-01-07T12:27:29+00:00

Important 2018 Tax Dates

Stay on top of important 2018 tax dates by using our easy to read Tax Calendar 2018. Simply print out this Tax Calendar and use it to stay on top of important tax deadlines! Sources: Tax Calendars for use in 2018 (IRS Publication 509) and About Money This material was prepared for general distribution. Although all blog posts are intended to be accurate, the information and third-party links provided in the Mariner Finance’s blog are intended for general knowledge [...]

Important 2018 Tax Dates2022-01-07T12:21:29+00:00

Why it’s Worth it to Make a Financial Resolution

When making your list of resolutions, it’s in your best interest to include your finances. Why? Aside from the overall improvement to the quality of life that good financial footing provides, research actually shows that those who make financial resolutions compared to other kinds are more likely to succeed. That’s right, according to a survey conducted by Fidelity Investments, individuals who focused on their finances had a much higher success rate than those who chose things like “weight [...]

Why it’s Worth it to Make a Financial Resolution2022-01-07T12:19:13+00:00