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

December 15, 2019 (Last Modified: December 16, 2019) / TurboTaxBlogTeam
Happy Posada! 9 Ways to Host While on a Holiday BudgetDecember 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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Give the Gift of Charitable Donations on Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2019 / Elle Martinez
Give the Gift of Charitable Donations on Giving TuesdayAccording to the National Retail Federation, close to 190 million people shopped from Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday this year, an increase of 14% over last year. For many, it was to pick up gifts for either themselves or their loved...

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5 Ways to Save This Cinco De Mayo

May 4, 2019 (Last Modified: July 10, 2019) / Elle Martinez
5 Ways to Save This Cinco De MayoGetting together this weekend to celebrate Cinco De Mayo? While you may be tempted to go out and spend money on the festivities, you can make this weekend a financially smart one by getting everyone together at your place. Whether...

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How to Protect Your Credit During the Holiday Season

December 19, 2018 (Last Modified: July 24, 2019) / Elle Martinez
How to Protect Your Credit During the Holiday SeasonWhat are your plans this holiday season? Doing any last-minute shopping or heading out of town? Last year, it was estimated that about 100 million Americans traveled during the holiday season! And while it’s wonderful to visit friends and family, it’s...

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Top 10 Reasons Why Taxes Aren’t Scary

October 31, 2018 (Last Modified: July 8, 2019) / Elle Martinez
Top 10 Reasons Why Taxes Aren’t ScaryHow do you feel about taxes? If you’re like some, they can seem intimidating! I know I felt that way years ago when I was first starting out as a freelancer, but it turns out with all of the tools,...

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Get Ahead of Holiday Spending with These Seasonal Side-Gigs

October 29, 2018 (Last Modified: July 11, 2019) / Elle Martinez
Get Ahead of Holiday Spending with These Seasonal Side-GigsWith the holidays approaching, some people are beginning to stress out. Buying gifts can be a joy, but it can also be a huge hit to the wallet. According to one study, the average American spent over $900 on gifts!...

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Save with a New Tax Relief Donation Law and Holiday Giving

November 13, 2017 (Last Modified: July 23, 2019) / TurboTaxLisa
Save with a New Tax Relief Donation Law and Holiday GivingAs the holiday season quickly approaches, the giving season is also upon us, as many of us feel encouraged to donate during the last few months of the year. This year, in the wake of the recent devastation caused by...

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How to Save on Your Holiday Décor

December 2, 2016 (Last Modified: September 6, 2017) / TurboTaxBlogTeam
How to Save on Your Holiday Décor‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, decorative wreaths and sparkly snow, but beautiful décor doesn’t have to leave you asking Santa for more cash. Before you Use the tips below to find the perfect decorations that won’t break the bank:...

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Budget Friendly Ways to Make DIY Holiday Cards

November 28, 2016 (Last Modified: September 6, 2017) / Elle Martinez
Budget Friendly Ways to Make DIY Holiday CardsHolidays, breaks, and vacations are coming up. You may love to connect with your friends and family. However, while going home for a visit is a wonderful way to catch up with your relatives, it might not be possible this...

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Shop and Save From Your Couch on Cyber Monday

November 21, 2016 (Last Modified: November 22, 2017) / Philip Taylor
Shop and Save From Your Couch on Cyber MondayFire up your laptop, charge your tablet, and make sure you’re not overdressed. Forget about Black Friday, it’s time to talk about savings on Cyber Monday. Not to be outdone by Thursday, the Monday after Thanksgiving has it’s own day...

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