The American dream, and probably the dream of all people in the modern world, is to make enough money to live a long and happy life in comfort and without stress or worry. Living this dream can be difficult if you don't have the finances to back up the lifestyle you are accustomed to. In this turbulent period of time when the economy is only just recovering, many families are struggling just to pay today's bills; they just don't have the time to worry about what's coming up in the future. Unfortunately, that also means that more and more people are starting to see this goal of financial stability as unattainable. The good news is that it is definitely attainable, and almost anyone can achieve the financial security they have been craving if they just do a little research and come up with a plan that works for them. The easy way to help reach financial security and increase your personal wealth is to take a closer look at your taxes. Let's get started