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Tips for Having a Budget-Friendly Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2020 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

It’s Valentine’s Day and you’re on a budget – bummer! Good news, you don’t have to spend a ton of money to have a great Valentine’s Day that you’ll remember. You just need a little thought and creativity to make...

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5 Reasons It’s Great to Be Single at Tax Time

February 12, 2020 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Being single brings several big upsides, like having the freedom to spend your time and money on the things that are important to you (and you alone)! Though getting married is a well-known tax advantage, being single can also come...

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Do You Financially Support Your Family Living Abroad? See if You Qualify for any Deductions on Your Income Tax

February 10, 2020 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Family ties are so strong that our love thrives despite any distance between us. That’s why we’ll always be willing to help them out; it doesn’t matter where they are located. Sometimes we’ll mail them packages stuffed with gifts and...

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Why You Should File your Taxes Regardless of your Immigration Status

February 3, 2020 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Whether you recently moved to the United States months ago or many years ago, if you have earned any sort of income, cash or check, it must be reported to the IRS regardless of your immigration status. This is the...

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Are You Ready for Some Football? Save Money While Hosting Friends for the Super Bowl

January 29, 2020 January 30, 2020 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

As all you football fans are already well aware, the Super Bowl is right around the corner! Since most people prefer to watch the big game with their friends or family, a party is almost always in the game plan....

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The High Tea on Tax Implications Before and After #Sussexit

January 28, 2020 January 29, 2020 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

With the announcement of Sussexit, you might find yourself wondering, among other things, if #Sussexit will mean a royal pain in the family’s taxes. What are the 2019 and 2020 tax implications of #Sussexit? What are the tax implications for...

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W-2 Arrival: All You Need to Know about Tax Forms

January 28, 2020 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

This post can be found en Español here. If you were employed during 2019, you should receive your Form W-2 (officially known as the Wage and Tax Statement) from your employer soon since employers are required to send them out...

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TurboTax Offers Refund Advance to Taxpayers for 2019

December 21, 2019 January 14, 2020 / Debra Hammer

Approximately 80 percent of taxpayers receive a refund each year. And for many, this could be the biggest lump sum of money you receive all year! With the holidays, it might be a great way to pay off any of...

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I’m Projected to Owe Taxes Next Year – What Should I Do Now?

December 19, 2019 / Elle Martinez

With tax season right around the corner, you may be wondering whether you paid enough taxes this year. Have no fear — we’ve compiled a list of money moves you can make before December 31st to improve your tax picture....

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Happy Posada! 9 Ways to Host While on a Holiday Budget

December 15, 2019 December 16, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

December is here and the holiday season is upon us! Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or Mawlid, now is the time to enjoy traditions and festivities with family and friends. You may have loved ones coming to town for one...

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