UNITAX EVERYDAY TOOLS

Carry less stress.
Know your next move.

Simple tools for the decisions that happen between paydays, semesters, applications, and major milestones.

01 / BILL CALENDAR1/4

See what is due next.

$65 of $300 planned items marked complete.

02 / SAVINGS GOAL28%

Make progress visible.

ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING12 months

$860 remains. This estimate does not include interest or withdrawals.

03 / BANK-ACCOUNT CHECKLIST

Compare the account—not the giveaway.

Choose the account profile closest to your need. Then use the checklist when comparing a bank or credit union.

04 / STUDENT-LOAN AWARENESS

Borrow with the exit plan in view.

Before accepting a loan, know the total balance, interest type, expected monthly payment, and when repayment begins.

1

Use free aid first

Scholarships, grants, savings, and earnings can reduce borrowing.

2

Compare federal terms

Federal loans may include protections not offered by private loans.

3

Estimate total repayment

Look beyond the amount received today to interest and time.

4

Keep every notice

Know the servicer, due date, and available repayment options.

Important: Loan programs and repayment rules can change. Confirm current terms through your school and Federal Student Aid before deciding.
05 / MONEY GLOSSARY

Translate financial language.

Search common terms used by employers, schools, banks, lenders, tax forms, and insurance plans.

15 terms found
AAPR+

The yearly cost of borrowing, including interest and certain fees.

AAPY+

The yearly amount savings may earn, including compounding.

BBeneficiary+

The person or organization designated to receive money or benefits.

CCredit utilization+

The percentage of available revolving credit currently being used.

DDeductible+

The amount you generally pay before an insurance plan begins paying covered costs.

DDirect deposit+

An electronic payment sent directly into a bank or credit-union account.

EEmergency fund+

Money reserved for urgent, unexpected expenses.

GGross pay+

Earnings before taxes and other deductions.

IInterest+

Money paid for borrowing or earned for saving.

NNet pay+

The amount remaining after payroll taxes and deductions.

OOverdraft+

When a transaction exceeds the available account balance.

PPrincipal+

The original amount borrowed or invested.

SSubsidized loan+

A federal student loan where the government may pay interest during certain periods.

WW-2+

An annual employer statement of wages and taxes withheld.

WW-4+

A form used by an employer to calculate federal income-tax withholding.