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image It’s Not Too Late! Smart Ways to Trim
Your Tax Bill Before the Ball Drops

The Times Square ball was hung atop its winter home this week, a sure sign that 2007 is quickly winding down. But before it does, don’t forget that you still have time to take advantage of all available tax deductions before you ring in the New Year. Act now, because after the 31st, they’re gone for 2007!

We don’t want you to pay a penny more in taxes than you have to, so we put together a little video to help you benefit from every possible deduction or credit by year-end.

Click here to put our top tax tips into action right away.

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Fight Back Against ID Theft

Here’s a startling number for you: 162 million. That’s how many personal records were reported stolen this year – that’s triple the amount from 2006! Think you’re not at risk for identity theft? Think again! Get the details on how to protect yourself in this important video.

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I hope you will join me this and every weekend for Coffee With Ken, a look back at the week’s events and how they impact you. We’ll talk about everything from the market to travel to the latest out of Washington.

So save five minutes this weekend to listen in. Just visit Dolans.com and click on my steaming coffee mug at the top of the page!
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Chatting With Our Trivia Winners

Hi all, this is Ken. I’ve had some fun trying to stump you guys with holiday trivia questions. Well, this week I had even more fun talking with our trivia winners!

I spoke with Karen of Raymore, MO, who correctly answered our egg nog trivia question. We had a great conversation, even though Karen’s husband is in the hospital, and I was happy to answer her money questions. Merry Christmas, Karen and Bill… our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Daria and I also called the winner of the difficult 12 Days of Christmas trivia question – Wayde of Independence, KY. Wayde mentioned that he enjoyed many of the articles and videos on Dolans.com … but couldn’t stop raving about their new grandchild! Congrats, Wayde!

We’ll have more contests like these in the coming weeks, so keep an eye on your inbox!


image How to Pick the Perfect Wine
I love finding the ideal bottle of wine to accompany Daria’s cooking! This festive time of year means many of us will be looking for the perfect wine to complement our holiday feast, or a great bottle to give as a gift. But the choices have become SO plentiful, choosing the right wine can be a little intimidating. So before you grab just any old bottle on your way to a holiday party, take our crash course in wine basics and discover a new world of flavor.




image Roth vs. Traditional 401k – Which is Right for You?
Many people aren’t aware of – let alone taking advantage of – the new after-tax Roth 401k and the options it provides for your retirement income versus the current tax-deductible 401k. Use our calculator to compare the two and figure out which is best for you.




image Knock 25% Off Your Insurance Premiums Today
Chances are you’re being heavily overcharged for unnecessary or duplicate life insurance. Avoid paying for coverage you don’t need and find a more suitable policy with these tips.




image 5 Top Financial Aid Myths
Attention all parents: It may be possible to get financial aid for college even if your family income places you above what appears to be the qualifying range. Learn the truth behind this and other financial aid myths, and find out how you can pay for a college education without going broke.




image What You Need to Know About REITs
If you find the stock market to be a tricky place to maneuver, real estate investment trusts (otherwise known as REITs) may be an appealing investment option. We’ll tell you how to assess the different types and determine if they’re the right choice for your portfolio.