Jennifer's Compass

NECN Ask Jennifer: Spring housing

With spring arriving shortly, it's almost time for the 2013 housing season to ramp up.

NECN Tax Tip Tuesday: Legally responsible

Whether you prepare your taxes yourself or you hire a pro, you are responsible for what gets filed.

NECN Ask Jennifer: Parents, kids and money

Some difficult questions that parents have related to their children and money are answered. 

NECN Tax Tip Tuesday: Getting organized

Tax season is here! The first step in getting your taxes done is to get organized.

WEP: Windfall Elimination Provision. Or, do you still get to draw Social Security if you paid in, but now you work for the State?

Figuring how much you'll get from Social Security if you're also getting a State pension has been a challenge in the past. Recently the Social Security website has made it much easier to estimate your benefits...making retirement planning much easier and more accurate!

Here's the link for more info - http://www.ssa.gov/retire2/wep-chart.htm

NECN Ask Jennifer: Getting finances in order

Getting finances in order is a good way to save money. It sounds like a daunting task, but it can be quick and easy.

NECN Jennifer Lane: Financial planning for maternity leave

How to prepare financially for a baby, and what parents should know before taking time off.

NECN Ask Jennifer: Roth IRA

Is it be better to put money into a Roth IRA or to pay down a mortgage sooner? 

Deductible, non-deductible or Roth...Time to get your IRA contribution in!

Don't miss your chance to contribute to your Individual Retirement Account (IRA).

You can add to the account each year, but once the tax deadline is past your chance for that year is gone. Whether you get a tax deduction or not...or if you're lucky enough to be eligible for a Roth (good for you if you're not eligible, because that means you have nice high earnings!)... don't miss the chance to get your contribution in. Once April 15th is gone, so is the opportunity.

Here's the info from IRS.gov about contribution limits.