Articles to help with your tax and budget planning
Articles to help with your tax and budget planning from State Farm®.
Budgeting
How COVID-19 Impacts Student Loan Repayments
The CARES Act provides temporary student loan forbearance on all federal student loans. We break it down, along with other changes to student loan funding.
Budget Date Ideas for Couples
Save money to put toward your future financial goals with these budget date ideas for couples.
How to Budget for Non-Monthly Expenses
Irregular or non-monthly unexpected expenses throughout the year can bust your budget. Here are some tips to help.
How to Use the 50/30/20 Budget Rule
Balance your personal spending and saving with the 50/30/20 budget rule. Discover how much should be used for everyday needs, wants and savings.
How to Keep a Holiday Budget
Planning and sticking to a budget during the holidays helps prevent out of control spending.
Money Management for Couples
Helpful and practical money management methods and budgeting tips for couples.
Budget and Start Saving Money Today
If you've been putting budgeting off, you've come to the right place. In Budgeting 101, we show you how to kickstart your motivation and budget like a boss.
Build an Emergency Fund
Having extra cash in an emergency fund comes in handy when life throws you something unexpected.
How to Start a Budget
Budgeting doesn't have to be something you roll your eyes at. We'll help you figure out ways to set your goals and how to make a budget.
Great Ways to Set Financial Goals
As a business owner, your financial goals should be split into two worlds: one set for your business and another for your personal life.
Methods and Strategies for Breaking Down a Budget
You can have a budget – and still live the life you want to live.
Identify Spending Habits & Know Where Your Money Goes
Figuring out what to budget requires some insights into your current spending habits.
Simple Money Saving Tips
Budgeting requires planning, flexibility and adjustments to get where you want to be. Here are some tips on how to save money along the way.
Organize Your Finances
You've got a solid base to build from, now let's organize your finances. Tactics like using separate or multiple bank accounts can go a long way to help you make your goals a reality.
Taxes
What You Need to Know for Smart Tax Filing
Reminders and tips when preparing for tax season.
Common Tax Deductions You Might Be Missing
Taxes are complicated and wandering through the list of tax write offs can be hard. Check out what is tax deductible here that you don't want to overlook.
Save or Shred? When You Should Keep Financial Documents
When it comes to tax and important documentation, knowing whether to keep it or shred it is important. We've compiled information to help you with this important task.
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