The Federal Reserve received an unprecedented amount of comments on proposed regulations to stop unfair and deceptive credit card practices. More than 5,300 Ohioans contributed to Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray's “Speak Out” campaign. Our voices have been heard and the rules have been adopted. Stay up to date on developments like these.

You do not need to use a professional tax preparer to file your taxes and if you do, there are some free options available from the IRS and local and state governments. You can learn more about them at www.yourmoneynowonline.org.

To obtain the maximum tax refund you need to claim all items you are entitled to claim. To assist your tax preparer review the items listed below and take them to the tax preparation session. Don’t forget to check to ask whether you are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.