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Being Prepared for an IRS Audit

March 15, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

With the U.S. deficit growing each year, I expect that the frequency of IRS audits will increase to ensure that tax liability is being properly calculated and paid. While the overall chances of being audited are less than 1%, returns with inconsistenci…

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Taxing the Rich

March 14, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

There has been a lot of debate on whether taxing the rich can help reduce government deficits. I recall reading that even if the rich were taxed at 100%, the U.S. wouldn’t be able to eliminate the deficit. Interestingly, I just found a Summary of Lates…

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Taxing the Rich

March 13, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

There has been a lot of debate on whether taxing the rich can help reduce government deficits. I recall reading that even if the rich were taxed at 100%, the U.S. wouldn’t be able to eliminate the deficit. Interestingly, I just found a Summary of Lates…

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Top Three Things to Like about (Early) Retirement

March 12, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

I took early retirement in my forties almost 2 1/2 years ago, in October, 2007. Even with the economic crisis that ensued, I have no regrets. In fact, I’ve enjoyed retirement very much so far. Here are my top three things to like about retirement:Short…

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Our Daughter Negotiates a Raise

March 12, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

One of my part-time jobs is teaching first and second graders science in an after school program. Since a benefit is that the children of teacher’s can take class for free, our five year old daughter has been attending most sessions. In addition, she h…

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Top Three Things to Like about (Early) Retirement

March 12, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

I took early retirement in my forties almost 2 1/2 years ago, in October, 2007. Even with the economic crisis that ensued, I have no regrets. In fact, I’ve enjoyed retirement very much so far. Here are my top three things to like about retirement:Short…

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Our Daughter Negotiates a Raise

March 11, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

One of my part-time jobs is teaching first and second graders science in an after school program. Since a benefit is that the children of teacher’s can take class for free, our five year old daughter has been attending most sessions. In addition, she h…

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Experts with Whom I like to Consult

March 10, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

Although I have above average financial knowledge, I believe it is important have access to experts to confirm my understanding and to provide additional insight. Here are some examples of financial matters where we consulted with experts, when making …

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Experts with Whom I like to Consult

March 10, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

Although I have above average financial knowledge, I believe it is important have access to experts to confirm my understanding and to provide additional insight. Here are some examples of financial matters where we consulted with experts, when making …

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Links To Carnivals From March 2 – 8, 2010

March 10, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

Here are the links to the Carnivals in which My Wealth Builder participated from March 2 to 8, 2010:Money Hacks Carnival #106Baby Boomers Blog Carnival #29Carnival of Financial Planning #131The Bobo Carnival of Politics For some interesting articles fr…

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Links To Carnivals From March 2 – 8, 2010

March 9, 2010 by Super Saver  |  No Comments

Here are the links to the Carnivals in which My Wealth Builder participated from March 2 to 8, 2010:Money Hacks Carnival #106Baby Boomers Blog Carnival #29Carnival of Financial Planning #131The Bobo Carnival of Politics For some interesting articles fr…

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