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What Life Events Qualify for a Special Enrollment Period Under the Affordable Care Act

June 6, 2014 June 11, 2014 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

While the deadline was March 31st to enroll via the Health Insurance Marketplace, there are some circumstances which qualify people for a special enrollment period. You may qualify for a special 60-day enrollment period if you experience one of these qualifying life events during the year:

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Tax Deductions and Credits

Summertime Expenses that Boost Your Tax Refund

June 4, 2014 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

The kids are out of school and now you can enjoy a more relaxed schedule. But if you’re like most parents, you’re probably wondering how you’re going to keep your kids busy while saving money. Here are a few ways to boost your tax refund next year and get peace of mind this summer.

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Health Care

Who Qualifies for a Penalty Exemption Under the Affordable Care Act?

June 3, 2014 September 19, 2016 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Are you unsure if you need to sign up for health insurance? Don’t worry, TurboTax has you covered and can help you understand who is exempt from having insurance under the Affordable Care Act.

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Tax Planning

National Chocolate Chip Day – a Tax-Free Solution for Your Sweet Tooth

May 15, 2014 September 7, 2017 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Today is National Chocolate Chip Day, yum! Not only do homemade cookies taste the best (nothing beats a cookie fresh out of the oven), but flour is tax-free, so you can indulge your sweet tooth and save.

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Business Income

Five Easy Tips for the New Side Business Owner

May 13, 2014 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

So you’re the proud owner of a new side business? Congratulations! But the work has just begun. Since you’ve decided to take the plunge, you should explore the money and tax issues that you’ll experience along the way. Let’s look at a few.

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TurboTax News

TurboTax is Secured Against the “Heartbleed” Internet Vulnerability

April 9, 2014 September 7, 2017 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Updated 4/11/14 (12:05 pm PST) The article below has been updated with the latest recent information from our engineers. A security flaw has been discovered in the popular OpenSSL cryptographic software library that is used by up to two thirds...

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Tax News

IRS Announces Immediate Tax Benefits for Contributions to Philippines Typhoon Relief

April 4, 2014 August 23, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Today, the IRS announced that taxpayers who made cash donations for Philippines typhoon relief on or after March 26, 2014 and before midnight on Monday, April 14, 2014, can get an immediate tax benefit when claiming the donation on their 2013 return. If you’re thinking of giving back, it’s not too late.

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TurboTax News

TurboTax launches TurboTax Health to Help You Understand Affordable Care Act Options

January 30, 2014 September 14, 2016 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

TurboTax continues to help millions of Americans understand their taxes and now brings the same expertise to health care by launching TurboTax Health, designed to help uninsured Americans understand how the Affordable Care Act applies to their situation.

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TurboTax News

TurboTax Connects Student Loan Borrowers to Information About Repayment Plans to Lower Monthly Loan Payments

January 24, 2014 April 4, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

If you’re one of the millions of federal student loan borrowers, you may be eligible for a variety of flexible repayment options available from the U.S. Department of Education, including some that set your monthly payment based on your income....

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TurboTax News

TurboTax SnapTax Now Available in Spanish

January 21, 2014 July 22, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

New for the 2014 tax season, TurboTax SnapTax, the first full tax preparation mobile app is now available in Spanish, catering to 52 million Hispanic Americans. Highlights of TurboTax SnapTax in Spanish include.

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