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TaxConnex® Achieves World-Class NPS of 87, Outpacing Industry Benchmarks

At TaxConnex®, delivering exceptional client service isn’t just a goal, it’s the foundation of everything we do. That’s why we’re...

What to Do If You Owe Taxes in Multiple States 

Key Takeaways   You may owe state taxes in multiple states if you lived, worked, or earned income across state lines, moved during the year, or worked...

Are Home Renovations Tax Deductible? 

Key Takeaways  Most home renovations are not immediately tax deductible for a primary residence, but they may still provide financial benefits through...

Up to $1,000 for $250k/90 Days — My Money Blog

Updated offer details. Brokerage firms compete for “assets under management”, and many are willing to give you cash to encourage...

What Do Tax Attorneys Do? Hiring Help for IRS Collections

Key Takeaways   Tax attorneys specialize in resolving complex IRS issues, including collections, audits, disputes, and high-risk cases involving large tax...

Chase Bank $900 Checking + Savings Bonus w/ Coupon Code (Updated 2026) — My Money Blog

Back again, new expiration date 7/15/2026. Here’s another megabank bonus to pick up if you haven’t already. Chase Bank has...

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Top 5 Spreadsheet Accounting Software for Small Business

If you’re managing a small business, choosing the right accounting software can streamline your financial processes. Several options stand out, each catering to different needs and budgets. Intuit QuickBooks Online offers extensive features, whereas Xero provides affordability and multi-currency options....

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This One Material Could Hold Back the Robot Revolution

Readers of Strategic Fortunes might recall my January trip to CES in Vegas where I viewed nearly 40 different robotics...

Farm Bureau asks court to reject Wal-Mart’s $4.7M coverage demand

The story, as Farm Bureau tells it, starts on January 16, 2023, at a Wal-Mart Superstore in Amite, Louisiana. A...

20 Apr to 24 Apr – Mortgage Strategy

This week’s top headlines: FCA issues warning to networks on oversight of ARs and NatWest cuts rates by up to...

Stablecoins and the Reinvention of Remittance

Stablecoins are fundamentally changing how remittance companies compete—not just by making transfers faster and cheaper, but by enabling an entirely...

Don’t Fight the Stock Market

A lot of people were surprised the stock market didn’t fall further given the geopolitical situation. A war in the...

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Embrace Alternative Credit Scoring

As economic pressures continue to price many prospective buyers out of homeownership, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are turning to...

Mortgage

Norton Broker Services joins Scroll Finance lender panel – Mortgage Strategy

Norton Broker Services has joined Scroll Finance’s lender panel. The partnership will provide brokers working with Norton Broker Services with...

Barclays slashes mortgage rates by up to 36bps – Mortgage Strategy

Barclays will be cutting more than 20 purchase and remortgage rates on 22 April by up to 36bps. The lender...

Protection firms Whiltshire and Holloway Friendly to merge – Mortgage Strategy

Protection providers Wiltshire Friendly and Holloway Friendly have today announced proposals to merge. The proposed transfer date is 1 October...

Together through adversity – Mortgage Strategy

Just a few weeks ago, the outlook for the mortgage market looked relatively benign. Swap rates had been easing, lenders...

Solving the recruitment issue – Mortgage Strategy

Shutterstock / Wor Jun Is the mortgage broker sector attracting enough young talent, given this is the lifeblood of any...

‘Don’t ignore second charges,’ brokers are warned – Mortgage Strategy

Brokers should consider whether clients are better off using a second charge loan to raise capital instead of locking into...