With less than 60 days away from the tax filing deadline, there have been many individuals and families surprised by their tax refunds (or lack thereof!). Last year, the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act went into effect. This sweeping law lowered tax brackets for most American workers, while also changing the way some filers can take itemized deductions. In this Money Hacks episode, Alex talks through the different changes you need to be aware of when filling your taxes and, most of all, preparing for 2019.

It’s been little over two months since President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 into law. The new regulations went into place January 2018, and you may have noticed a change in your paycheck as soon as February. Of course, your tax filing this April won’t change, as that will still be for the 2017 tax year. While the amount of media coverage focused on the new law was enough to cause a state of panic, in reality, the law won’t have much of an impact on 401(k)/403(b) savings. Here are the important changes you’ll want to be aware of for the 2018 tax year:

How much do you know about home buying? It's no mystery that it's a monumental decision, so ease into the process with our expert advice. 

Watch these short videos below to get an understanding of the home buying process and what you'll want to know before purchasing your first house.

Have you received a tax refund this year? According to the Internal Revenue Service, more than 70% of taxpayers are expected to get a refund, so what are you planning to do with your windfall?  

Whether you’re receiving a large chunk of money or just a few dollars everyone has the option to save either a portion or all of it. By choosing to save you'll ensure your money is stretched to the fullest potential. Below are five guaranteed strategies to stretch your tax refund this year: 

Planning for retirement can be confusing: Which investments do I pick? How much do I contribute (always enough to get the match if one is offered!)? What does asset allocation even mean? This process can be complex to navigate even when you just have one option: the traditional 401(k) plan, in most cases. But...your employer may even offer another option: The Roth 401(k).