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What is a Tax Bracket?

August 15, 2018 July 11, 2019 / Jim Wang

Did you know not everyone or every dollar earned is taxed the exact same amount? This is because the United States tax system aims to be progressive. A progressive tax system tries to collect more tax from those who earn...

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The Real World Financial Guide: Four Tips for Recent College Grads

August 7, 2018 August 23, 2019 / Jim Wang

As a recent college grad moving into the full-time career space, you’re probably more than a little overwhelmed by some of the financial realities entering your life. The long journey to financial success comes with many milestones along the way...

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Tax Withholdings and Your W-4

July 9, 2018 August 23, 2019 / asbbaines

Did you get a large refund this past April? More than $1000? Time to sit down, sip your beverage, and learn a bit about how to adjust your withholdings.

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4 Myths About IRS Audits

June 9, 2018 July 22, 2019 / Philip Taylor

There’s plenty of misinformation circling around out there about IRS audits. It’s time to clear the air and get the facts.

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Tax Tips for Same-Sex Couples

June 1, 2018 January 4, 2019 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

In honor of June being National LGBT Pride Month, we’re breaking down filing tips for same-sex couples. In 2013, the IRS began recognizing marriages between same-sex spouses if they were valid under state law where the marriage took place. Since...

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How I Spent Less and Increased My Refund This Tax Season

May 9, 2018 August 23, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Confession time. Ever since I started filing my taxes in college, I’ve used an accountant. And not just any old account, but my family’s trusted accountant who always gave us a “great deal” – or so I thought! This year,...

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The TurboTax Finance Trend Report

May 1, 2018 August 23, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

With tax season coming to an end last week, we wanted to share an update of the current trends in the finance industry, and some helpful tips and tricks to help navigate the changing landscape. Between the new tax reform...

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5 Things You Need to Know About Filing a Tax Extension

April 18, 2018 August 23, 2019 / Philip Taylor

Many people believe that a tax extension is somewhat of a cure-all. Don’t have the money to pay taxes? File an extension. Still trying to get everything in order? File an extension. Despite what it may sound like, the tax...

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Travel to South Africa With Your Tax Refund!

April 13, 2018 August 23, 2019 / South Africa Tourism

Although not all Americans enjoy preparing for tax season, there is one big perk to look forward to: your tax refund! According to the IRS, last tax season about 75% of taxpayers received a direct deposit tax refund over $3,000,...

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Too Late To Make a Tax Appointment? We Have Other Places You Can File

April 4, 2018 April 4, 2019 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

The April 17th tax deadline is right around the corner. And it’s not too late for all you procrastinators to file your tax returns on time this year. You probably don’t feel like waiting in line at the tax store...

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