Archive for 2013


How to Get Back on Track After the Holidays

Posted by Kristen on January 7, 2013

The holidays come through like a whirl wind that could leave us exhausted. To me, it feels like we spend months preparing, planning, and anticipating all of the holiday events, and they fly by in a blink of an eye. Of course it’s a season to spend time with our special family, friends, neighbors, and […]

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Over $3,000 in Featured Deals and Sign Up Bonuses

Posted by Madison on January 4, 2013

Friday Featured Deal of the week! That’s my favorite celebration every Friday here at My Dollar Plan! Every week we feature a great deal, sign up bonus, or offer for you to earn some extra money. Our goal is to find the best offers that feature easy sign ups. It’s time to take a look […]

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12 Budget Friendly Health Tips

Posted by Kristen on January 3, 2013

There’s a common misconception that in order to make healthy choices in your life, you need to have money. After all, buying organic food, gym memberships, vitamins, and other health and fitness items will cost you more than you think. And it always seems like the junk food is what’s on sale when you’re trying […]

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What is the Child Tax Credit?

Posted by Kristen on January 2, 2013

What is the Child Tax Credit? The Child Tax Credit is a tax credit you can claim for each child depending on your income. You may be able to claim up to $1,000 per qualifying child under 17 years old. This tax credit can be claimed in addition to credit for child dependent care expenses. […]

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Congress passed the fiscal cliff deal last night. As part of the deal most of the Bush tax cuts set to expire at the end of 2012 will remain in place for people earning less than $400,000 ($450,000 for couples). If you earn over those amounts in 2013, your tax rates will go up. Also […]

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