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A Budget Friendly DIY Festivus for the Rest of Us

December 22, 2015 / Philip Taylor

It’s time to open your heart to a Festivus Miracle. Brothers and sisters, family and friends, Festivus is an everyone-is-welcome December gathering that resists the commercial holiday disorder. So don’t be a “two-face” when December 23 rolls around. It’s blasphemy...

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Income and Investments

Get a Jump on Holiday Shopping with Black Friday Savings

November 25, 2015 July 11, 2019 / Philip Taylor

I have seen the future, and it’s filled with unbelievable ways to save money during this holiday season’s multitude of Black Friday savings events. Okay, full disclosure, I haven’t truly seen the future – not exactly. But I have been...

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Income and Investments

7 Ways to Save on Last Minute Travel for the Holidays

November 4, 2015 July 22, 2019 / Elle Martinez

In a couple of weeks it will be the busiest time to travel. Don’t have your plans yet? No problem! Whether you travel by plane or car, it’s not too late to save some money with your last minute travels. Here...

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Income and Investments

Time is Money! 10 Things You Can Do with an Extra Hour for Big Savings in the Future

October 31, 2015 August 19, 2016 / Elle Martinez

One of my favorite parts about this season (besides the changing of the leaves and the beautiful outdoor weather) is the extra hour we get when we ‘fall’ back when Daylight Savings Time ends. That golden hour has so much potential. Don’t...

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Income and Investments

World Series 2015: How Much Tax Will Fans Pay to Enjoy the World Championship?

October 27, 2015 July 19, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

So far the World Series is tied at 0 – 0, but tonight, game one opens at Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mo and Royals and Mets fans have traveled by plane, train and automobile to see their...

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Business Income

Is This Tax Deductible? Tax Tips for Landlords and Vacation Rental Hosts

October 9, 2015 July 18, 2019 / Philip Taylor

Owning a rental property is a fantastic way to boost your income and secure your financial landscape. You’ll also have a golden opportunity for some serious tax breaks. Rental properties – both full time, part time, and vacation homes –...

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Income and Investments

What Your Tax Bracket Says About You [Infographic]

October 6, 2015 July 11, 2019 / TurboTaxAngie

What tax bracket you are in says a lot about your life. But no matter which category you fall into, it is important to know where you stand for the upcoming tax season. This infographic will give you an overview of...

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Income and Investments

How to Save for Holiday Gift Giving

September 29, 2015 September 6, 2017 / Elle Martinez

Fall is at the door and in a couple of months we’ll be welcoming another year. Between those two points many people will travel and see their friends and family. For many it’ll be a time of celebration and gifts....

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Business Income

Celebrate Business Women’s Day with These 4 Tips for Financial Independence

September 21, 2015 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

Women throughout the ages have kept the home fires burning. But in the modern world they are bringing home the bacon as well as frying it up in the pan. Yet I’m often amazed at the number of women, and...

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Business Income

Is This Tax Deductible? Self-employment

September 11, 2015 / Jim Wang

If you’re self-employed, chances are you’re familiar with September 15. It’s one of four estimated tax due dates and it’s the last one for the calendar year. While the amount you should pay may have been determined back when you...

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