84 Search Results
How to File a Tax Extension
https://www.sofi.com/learn/content/filing-for-tax-extension/
You can file a tax extension in a few different ways, such as online or by mail. This process can help people who may need more time to finalize their return, whether they are missing documents, dealing with a personal emergency, or have other reasons for being behind schedule. While a six-month extension can be […]
Explaining the Shareholder Voting Process
https://www.sofi.com/learn/content/shareholder-voting-process/
Shareholder voting rights allow certain stockholders to vote on issues impacting company performance, including mergers and acquisitions, dividend payouts, new securities, and who is elected to the board of directors. Investors who own shares of common stock of a company usually have shareholder voting rights. Investors with common stock are generally allowed one vote per […]
How Borrower Defense to Repayment Works
https://www.sofi.com/learn/content/how-borrower-defense-to-repayment-works/
If you enrolled in a college, university, or career school based on misleading information from the school, or you were the victim of other types of misconduct by the institution, you can apply to the government to have your federal loans forgiven under a process known as Borrower Defense Loan Discharge. If your borrower defense […]
How Much Money Do You Need to Open a Bank Account?
https://www.sofi.com/learn/content/how-much-money-do-you-need-to-start-a-checking-account/
Opening a checking and savings account, whether at an online bank, a brick-and-mortar one, or a credit union, can be a major step towards good money management. With an account set up, you’ll likely be able to receive your paycheck as a direct deposit, swipe a debit card to pay for purchases, and access tools […]
Where to Cash a Check Without Paying a Fee
https://www.sofi.com/learn/content/where-to-cash-a-check-with-no-fees/
Getting a check is typically good news — money is coming your way. However, it’s not available to spend just yet. First, you need to convert that check into cash. While there are many options for cashing checks that are free, some places charge a hefty fee for this service, shrinking the value of your […]