Weddings are expensive, so it is too bad that they aren’t tax deductible. But wait – though tax write-offs may not be top-of-mind when you are planning your wedding, with careful planning there are some ways you can garner a tax deduction or two.
Back-to-school season is just around the corner! Depending on where you live, your state may be offering huge savings with a sales tax holiday shopping weekend on specific purchases. With state sales tax ranging from 4 – 10%, that means more…
When it comes to staying fit, personal trainers can often keep you motivated to along your workout journey. If you’re a self-employed personal trainer, your forte is probably in fitness, not taxes. But, did you know there are a lot…
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.
Most people don’t think about taxes on their way to the casino. But what might seem like nothing more than a fun night in Las Vegas actually carries significant tax consequences if you win. Failure to properly report your haul can result in serious penalties and headaches you just don’t want.
It’s hard to believe Fourth of July is already here! In the lineup of one of the most celebrated holidays, the Fourth of July can be quite expensive as everyone rushes around making last-minute purchases for their celebrations. Despite one…
Among the many changes resulting from the recently passed tax reform law, benefits under 529 plans have been expanded for 2018 and subsequent years. The new provision in the tax reform law will be a benefit particularly for parents of…
Today the IRS announced they are working on changes to the 1040 tax forms. The IRS said that “this new approach will simplify the 1040 so that all 150 million taxpayers can use the same form. The new form consolidates…
It’s oh-so-nice to get a tax refund in the spring – wouldn’t it be great if you could get one in the summer as well? Sorry, tax refunds come but once a year, but the next best thing is to get a bigger tax refund next year so it lasts into summer. Here are five tips on how to do just that.
Are you planning to get married or are getting married soon? If so, congratulations! As you and your significant other plan for the big day and your life together, there is a lot to take into consideration. And as fun…
