Fair Isaac Corporation developed FICO® Score models to rate a consumer’s credit history. Since 1989, the company has developed many different scoring models to sell to lenders and consumers. A pie chart is often used… Read More
Confirmation bias is the human tendency to seek out and retain information that matches our existing beliefs. This type of bias allows us to streamline decision making. It is comfortable because we avoid having to… Read More
Free One-on-One Financial Guidance UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County provides free one-on-one help with basic personal finance topics. We have Florida Master Money Mentors who can help you develop a strategy to reach your financial goals…. Read More
UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County provides free one-on-one help with basic personal finance. We have Florida Master Money Mentors that can help you develop a strategy to reach your financial goals. Florida Master Money Mentors can… Read More
Live, Interactive, online classes 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost = Free August 25: Medicare Basics This presentation gives an overview of Medicare and provides useful information for current beneficiaries, individuals who will soon turn… Read More
Will You Be Ready for Retirement? 4-session webinar series University of Florida IFAS Extension is partnering with the Financial Planning Association of Central Florida to provide this series. This webinar series will be especially helpful… Read More
Section 401(a) plans are employer-sponsored plans offered by some government and non-profit organizations. Employee contributions can be either mandatory or voluntary. Employees may withdraw the funds as a lump-sum payment, annuity, or rollover to a… Read More
Understanding tax deadlines, penalties, and payment options can help you to get ahead on your tax liability. This year, the deadline to file and pay to avoid a penalty is May 17th. If you are… Read More
The American Rescue Plan includes an enhanced Child Tax Credit (CTC) with increased credit amounts, advance payments to taxpayers beginning in 2021, and broader scope. Increased Amount The child tax credit has increased from $2,000… Read More
Eligibility and the amount for tax credits such as the recovery rebate credit (aka stimulus payments to individuals), Child Tax Credits (expanded for 2021), education credits, and other popular credits depend on Adjusted Gross Income… Read More
