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When You Freelance and Get a 1099
When you freelance and get a 1099 it means your boss didn’t deduct income taxes from your salary, and you … Continue reading When You Freelance and Get a 1099
Scammers’ Favorite Games
I’m always surprised at how scammers play the same games over and over again. They develop a new twist … Continue reading Scammers’ Favorite Games
Your Rights When the Debt Collector Calls
If you owe money and fell behind, it’s important to know your rights when the debt collector calls. Lawyer Susan … Continue reading Your Rights When the Debt Collector Calls
What The Texas Ruling Means For DACA
by Elizabeth Elizalde Francisco Curiel hoped to apply for an immigration relief program that would grant him a Social Security … Continue reading What The Texas Ruling Means For DACA
Check Your Credit Report For Errors
by Barbara Nevins Taylor If you’re confused about the difference between your credit score and your credit report you’re … Continue reading Check Your Credit Report For Errors
The Future of Gas Prices
When gas prices hovered around the $2.00 mark, even dipping below that in 24 states, a lot of us had … Continue reading The Future of Gas Prices
How to Score Your Dream Internship And Entry Level Job.
By Elizabeth Elizalde I intern at the CBS News program 48 Hours. Last semester, I interned at NY1 and CNN. Other students … Continue reading How to Score Your Dream Internship And Entry Level Job.
My Boss 1099’d Me And Now What?
by Natalie Friedman My boss at the gym where I work handed me an envelope and when I opened it … Continue reading My Boss 1099’d Me And Now What?
Does Wells Fargo Owe You Money?
Updated December 28, 2018 Another slap for a big bank. Wells Fargo will refund some New York consumers … Continue reading Does Wells Fargo Owe You Money?
Why Free Community College Is Good For Hispanics
by Elizabeth Elizalde Abigail Miguel plans to go to community college in the fall. The 17-year-old New York City High … Continue reading Why Free Community College Is Good For Hispanics
Why Is The IRS Calling Me?
If you got a call from the IRS recently, you may worry and ask the logical question: Why is the … Continue reading Why Is The IRS Calling Me?
Student Loan Forgiveness For NY State Grads
College graduates in New York State in 2015, and years to come if Governor Andrew Cuomo has his way, may … Continue reading Student Loan Forgiveness For NY State Grads
How To Make An Appointment For NYC ID
When New York City rolled out the new program to provide immigrants and others with legal documentation, Mayor Bill … Continue reading How To Make An Appointment For NYC ID
How To Get An ID From New York City
By Elizabeth Elizalde New York City’s new municipal identification program for residents of the five boroughs comes with solid benefits. … Continue reading How To Get An ID From New York City
How To Collect Your T-Mobile Cramming Refund
It’s easy to overlook collecting a refund that you have no idea you deserve. So we’re happy to tell … Continue reading How To Collect Your T-Mobile Cramming Refund