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Elle helps families at Couple Money achieve financial freedom by sharing tips for reducing debt, increase income, and building net worth. Learn how to live on one income and have fun with the second.

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All The Single Ladies…Put Your Tax Deductions Up!

February 11, 2021 (Last Modified: April 1, 2021) / Elle Martinez
All The Single Ladies…Put Your Tax Deductions Up!February is here! And besides celebrating that we only have one month of winter left, there are a couple of other things we can celebrate – including taxes. Yeah, you read that right – tax season is upon us as...

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Multigenerational Families: Top Family Tax Deductions and Credits You Should Not Miss

January 26, 2021 (Last Modified: February 4, 2021) / Elle Martinez
Multigenerational Families: Top Family Tax Deductions and Credits You Should Not MissThis post can be found en Español here. For practical, cultural, and personal reasons, more families are living in multi-generational homes. According to an analysis of 2018 Census data, over 60 million Americans share a roof with their families. While...

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I’m Projected to Owe Taxes Next Year – What Should I Do Now?

December 30, 2020 (Last Modified: February 4, 2021) / Elle Martinez
I’m Projected to Owe Taxes Next Year – What Should I Do Now?With tax season right around the corner, you may be wondering whether you paid enough taxes this year. Have no fear — we’ve compiled a list of money moves you can make before December 31st to improve your tax picture....

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I Temporarily Lived in a Different State During Coronavirus. What Does That Mean for My Taxes?

December 17, 2020 (Last Modified: February 4, 2021) / Elle Martinez
I Temporarily Lived in a Different State During Coronavirus. What Does That Mean for My Taxes?This year has certainly created new challenges for everyone. Not only do many families have to deal with coronavirus, but they also have to cope with financial fallout.  Having to Move to a Different State During Coronavirus It could be...

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5 Ways to Celebrate The Holidays Without Blowing Your Budget

December 4, 2020 (Last Modified: December 16, 2020) / Elle Martinez
5 Ways to Celebrate The Holidays Without Blowing Your BudgetCan you believe it? We only have one month left and then we’re wrapping up the year! This holiday season undoubtedly looks different from what we are used to given COVID-19. It’s possible your holiday plans may have taken a...

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Donations and Tax Deductions

October 12, 2020 / Elle Martinez
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Donations and Tax DeductionsOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in America, so getting involved in the effort to fight breast cancer can have a tremendous impact. You can help the community by teaching others...

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Happy First Day of Autumn: How to Not “Fall” Behind on Your Tax Preparation

September 22, 2020 / Elle Martinez
Happy First Day of Autumn: How to Not “Fall” Behind on Your Tax PreparationWhen my husband and I started filing our taxes, we didn’t know everything we needed to know about filing taxes. We learn more and more each year and adjust our “system” as needed, especially since I’m self-employed. With the help...

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How to Turn Money Into More Money (Investing Your Tax Return)

May 19, 2020 (Last Modified: November 17, 2020) / Elle Martinez
How to Turn Money Into More Money (Investing Your Tax Return)With about 72% of taxpayers receiving a tax refund and with refunds being on average $3,000, refund checks can have a significant impact on many Americans’ finances, especially this year. If you’re looking for ways to maximize your refund, you’ve...

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The Tax Implications of Having a Nanny or Housekeeper

May 1, 2020 (Last Modified: June 4, 2020) / Elle Martinez
The Tax Implications of Having a Nanny or HousekeeperFor many couples, juggling time with the family along with work obligations means something has got to give. A solution that some families have found to be a wonderful arrangement is hiring a nanny or housekeeper. Having a capable professional...

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Do I Need a Social Security Number to File My Taxes?

March 9, 2020 (Last Modified: March 1, 2021) / Elle Martinez
Do I Need a Social Security Number to File My Taxes?It’s amazing how fast this year is going and how we’re now in March! Next month is the big tax deadline – how are you doing? If you haven’t submitted (or started yet!), that’s okay, there’s still time to knock...

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