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When Can You Claim a Tax Deduction for Health Insurance?

May 14, 2020 (Last Modified: May 15, 2020) / TurboTaxBlogTeam
When Can You Claim a Tax Deduction for Health Insurance?We all know how expensive healthcare can be, so being able to claim a tax deduction for some of your insurance costs can help you save come tax time. Since there are specific rules and qualifications you must follow, here’s...

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What Does My New Health Insurance Mean for My Taxes?

November 30, 2018 (Last Modified: June 19, 2019) / Jim Wang
What Does My New Health Insurance Mean for My Taxes?In an effort to keep health insurance premiums more affordable, switching policies has become practically an annual event. This is true with many employer-sponsored plans, but you might even make a switch with an individual plan. Chances are, you began...

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The TurboTax Guide to Marketplace Open Enrollment

November 1, 2018 (Last Modified: January 4, 2019) / TurboTaxLisa
The TurboTax Guide to Marketplace Open EnrollmentThe article below is up to date based on the latest tax laws. It is accurate for your 2018 taxes, which you will file by the April 2019 deadline. Learn more about tax reform here. Marketplace Open Enrollment for 2018 health...

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Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment is Ending – Here’s What You Need to Know

January 27, 2017 / TurboTaxBlogTeam
Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment is Ending – Here’s What You Need to KnowTime is running out! With the end of 2017 Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period approaching, now is the time to make sure you’re complying with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to avoid getting a tax penalty when you file...

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Real Talk Series: I Don’t Have Health Insurance, but I Can’t Afford a Penalty

January 13, 2017 / TurboTaxLisa
Real Talk Series: I Don’t Have Health Insurance, but I Can’t Afford a PenaltyQ. 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...

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Tips on Finding New Physicians if Your Insurance Changed This Year

January 13, 2017 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®
Tips on Finding New Physicians if Your Insurance Changed This YearIf your insurance changed this year, you may be faced with finding new physicians. This can be especially wrenching if you have had seen doctors for a long time who know you and that you trust; however, you can ease...

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Why Shop in the Health Insurance Marketplace?

January 4, 2017 (Last Modified: August 30, 2017) / Magaly Olivero
Why Shop in the Health Insurance Marketplace?By law, most Americans who go without health insurance even when they can afford coverage must pay a penalty when they file their federal tax returns. Most people (about 80% of Americans) already have health insurance either through their employer,...

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Open Enrollment Starts Today: 5 Things to Know

November 1, 2016 / TurboTaxLisa
Open Enrollment Starts Today: 5 Things to KnowOpen Enrollment for 2017 health insurance begins today! Most Americans (8 out of 10) already have health insurance either through their employer, private health plans, Medicaid, Medicare, or other government plans. If you don’t already have health insurance, here are...

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Still Need to File Your 2015 Taxes? File Now to Get Your 2017 Health Insurance APTC

September 20, 2016 / TurboTaxBlogTeam
Still Need to File Your 2015 Taxes? File Now to Get Your 2017 Health Insurance APTCDid You File a Tax Extension?  File Now to Get Your Health Insurance Advanced Premium Tax Credit Did you apply for an extension of time to file your 2015 federal taxes and receive an advanced premium tax credit to help...

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When Can You Claim a Tax Deduction for Health Insurance?

March 31, 2016 / Magaly Olivero
When Can You Claim a Tax Deduction for Health Insurance?Claiming medical and dental tax deductions can lead to big savings – if you had major out-of-pocket expenses or your income was lower than expected. Under the Affordable Care Act, you can only deduct the amount of your total medical...

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