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Adventure Travel Packing List

While some travelers head off on their adventures with little more than the clothes on their backs, most prefer to carry a bit more luggage. They want to ensure that they are prepared for whatever complications the trip may present. Before hitting the road on your adventure-filled trip, spend some time selecting and packing your travel necessities to ensure that you are equipped to handle whatever your adventures may bring.

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Protect Your Kids from Identity Theft!

While you may have never considered it before, children are easy targets for identity theft. Each year, 500,000 people under the age of 18 are victims of identity theft, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Here are some basic questions answered about how you can protect your kids from identity theft.

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Tax Information on Childcare Deductions on a Tax Return

Too many parents don’t claim their full tax deductions for babysitting and related childcare expenses, according to Kiplinger. In some cases, at least one parent can cut their tax liability by hundreds of dollars. However, the Internal Revenue Service requires that interested parents not only practice careful record keeping in order to qualify for such deductions but also mandates that only certain types of childcare can be deducted for tax purposes. Learning the basic qualifications associated with dependent care tax deductions might save you money as well as unnecessary tax-related drama.

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How to Get a Loan

At some point you undoubtedly will find yourself applying for some sort of loan. Whether it’s to finance the purchase of new home, to help you start a business, or simply to tide you through tough economic times, this will be a very important process for you. Learn tips and strategies to make the process easier.