Lisa Lewis is a CPA and the TurboTax Blog Editor. Lisa has 15 years of experience in tax preparation. Her success is attributed to being able to interpret tax laws and help clients better understand them. Lisa also has been a TurboTax product user for many years and understands how the software program works. In addition to extensive tax experience, Lisa also has a very well-rounded professional background. She has held positions as a public auditor, controller, and operations manager. Prior to becoming the TurboTax Blog Editor, she was a Technical Writer for the TurboTax Consumer Group and worked on a project to write new FAQs to help customers better understand tax laws. She could also be seen helping TurboTax customers with tax questions during Lifeline. For Lisa, getting timely and accurate information out to customers to help them is paramount.
Life gets busy when you’re running your own business. If you missed the estimated tax deadline, don’t worry. At least you’re conscious of the date and you know that estimated taxes exist. If the date passed you by, here are...
We all know life can be complicated, and while taxes often touch upon the most joyful moments in life, many of our toughest times have tax implications as well. “Real Talk” is our monthly blog series that answers the tax...
Now that you’re in summer-time bliss on break from college you may be dreaming of sleeping in late for a few months until fall, but summer may be a great opportunity to get ahead and take a course or two....
Congratulations on your decision to retire this year! I’m sure you have worked hard and deserve to enjoy this new chapter in your life. I’m so glad you asked this question, because whether you decide to travel, relax, or consult on...
Q: I recently lost my job. Am I able to deduct my travel or vehicle expenses while I job search A: First off, I am sorry to hear about your situation. Job search can be a stressful, but hopefully some...
Q. I missed the window to sign up for health insurance in 2016, and I can’t afford to pay the penalty. How will this affect my taxes? A. If you were unable to get 2016 health insurance and are worried...
Q: I lost my husband a few months ago. How do I file our taxes this year? A. We are so sorry about your loss. The death of a loved one is never easy. Hopefully the answer to your question...
The IRS will begin accepting e-filed tax returns on Monday, January 23, 2017. You can get started now and be first in line for your tax refund: TurboTax will begin accepting e-filed returns starting Wednesday, January 4 and will securely hold them...
The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, signed into law in December 2015, requires the IRS to hold tax refunds that include Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) until February 15, 2017. The new...
Q: I lost my job over the summer. Do I need to report anything differently on my taxes this year? A: I’m sorry to hear about your loss of employment this year. Losing a job can really set you back...
Life gets busy when you’re running your own business. If you missed the estimated tax deadline, don’t worry. At least you’re conscious of the date and you know that estimated taxes exist. If the date passed you by, here are... 
