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5 Fun and Frugal Ways to Save This International Picnic Day

June 18, 2015 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®
5 Fun and Frugal Ways to Save This International Picnic DayInternational Picnic Day is June 18, and oh, boy, do I love a picnic – almost as much as the ants do! There’s nothing so relaxing as working up an appetite with outdoor activities, capped by a scrumptious spread brought...

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Schedule K-1, Taxes, and You

April 14, 2015 (Last Modified: July 8, 2019) / TurboTaxBlogTeam
Tax season is here and every season we see questions about how to enter a Schedule K-1 in TurboTax, as well as what happens if you don’t receive your Schedule K-1 until after the tax deadline. If you have questions...

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The New Sharing Economy and Your Taxes [Infographic]

March 11, 2015 (Last Modified: July 8, 2020) / TurboTaxLisa
Whether renting a room, car, or driveway, shared economies are on the rise, allowing people another way to make money.  With shared economies comes questions about how this new found income will be taxed.  Check out our sharing economy infographic...

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Bonus Round: 5 Tips for Your Work Bonus

December 16, 2014 (Last Modified: July 8, 2019) / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®
Bonus Round: 5 Tips for Your Work BonusLucky you! You just found out you are getting a nice year-end bonus soon. Before you start celebrating your good fortune, here are five things you should know. Taxes. Don’t expect to get a check for the full amount of...

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The History of the Treasury: Our Nation’s Money Manager

September 2, 2014 / TurboTaxBlogTeam
The History of the Treasury: Our Nation’s Money ManagerDid you know that exactly 225 years ago, the United States Department of Treasury was established? For all you history or finance buffs, that makes it the second oldest department in the federal government – right after the State Department....

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Don’t Let Your Budget Bite Back: How to Create Your First One (and Stick to It)

August 8, 2014 (Last Modified: August 19, 2016) / Philip Taylor
Don’t Let Your Budget Bite Back: How to Create Your First One (and Stick to It)

Before your eyes glaze over at the thought of doing a budget, let me share with you the magic that can happen with your finances when you actually sit down to look at your money situation and plan your spending.

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Money Saving Tips for Students Working Summer Jobs

July 22, 2014 (Last Modified: July 24, 2019) / Jim Wang
Money Saving Tips for Students Working Summer JobsI remember one of my first summer jobs. It was the summer after my sophomore year of college and I was working at a fancy tech start-up in Manhattan. I was thrilled because I was making close to $20 an...

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Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids About Saving Money

July 19, 2014 / Elle Martinez
Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids About Saving Money

If you’re willing to put the effort, by the end of this summer your kids can become super savers. The key is making savings fun and empowering. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

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How to Save on Summertime Blockbusters

July 16, 2014 / TurboTaxBlogTeam
How to Save on Summertime Blockbusters

Summer… it’s the perfect time for barbequing, to enjoy the hot weather, and see the latest blockbuster movies to hit the theaters of course! So grab the early showing, toss the 3D glasses, and relax as we share this summer’s movie savings and survival guide.

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Stock Up? Find Out Money Saving Tips When Selling Stock

July 7, 2014 (Last Modified: July 10, 2019) / TurboTaxBlogTeam
Stock Up? Find Out Money Saving Tips When Selling Stock

The stock market is on the rise, but you may be confused about whether to keep your stock, sell, and what the tax implications of selling are. Here are some of TurboTax tax experts’ favorite stock tips:

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