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8 Ways to Save on Home Renovations

July 15, 2019 September 25, 2019 / Elle Martinez

Last year, we hired a contractor to help us tackle a big home renovation project. Since I’m self-employed and my husband works from home a few days a week, having a dedicated space for us to work became a necessity....

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Tax Tips for Second-Home Owners

June 13, 2019 July 12, 2019 / Jim Wang

When you own a second home, some tax rules are similar to the ones relating to your first home. However, let’s discuss how to benefit from the tax rules once you start renting that second home. Every year we rent...

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What Your Summer Home Renovations Mean for Your Taxes

June 3, 2019 January 2, 2020 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

At last, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and it’s time to kick back and enjoy the summer. But wait, do you cringe every time you look around your home and backyard? Are the turquoise and pink décor...

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Income and Investments

Hosting an Estate Sale This Summer? Here’s How it Affects Your Taxes

July 24, 2018 March 9, 2020 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

The article below is up to date based on the latest tax laws. It is accurate for your 2019 taxes (filed in 2020) and 2018 taxes, which should be filed by the April 15th, 2019 (or October 2019 with filed...

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Tax Reform 101: What You Should Know About Changes to the Moving Expense Tax Deduction

June 7, 2018 July 24, 2019 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

Are there moving boxes in your future? Summer is a popular time to move and many are moving miles away to take a new job. If that’s you, congratulations on embarking on your new adventure! Here are a few things...

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Four Changes to Make This Year to Buy Your Dream Home

January 10, 2018 July 24, 2019 / Elle Martinez

The article below is up to date based on the latest tax laws. It is accurate for your 2018 taxes, which you will file by the April 15, 2019 deadline. Learn more about tax reform here. The new year has just...

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Tax Tips for Those Renting Their Home on Airbnb

June 23, 2017 July 18, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

As Airbnb’s popularity continues to rise, more and more people renting out their homes and learning about the tax implications that come with it. When you offer your home, or a room in your home, as a short-term rental, you may be...

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Does Renting My Apartment on Airbnb Make Me Self-Employed?

March 30, 2017 July 18, 2019 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

Wouldn’t it be great if your home was working while you were on vacation? Well, that’s essentially what happens when you rent out your apartment on Airbnb and other similar services. Rental income is not considered to be earned income...

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Real Talk Series: Do I Have to Report a Home Foreclosure on My Taxes?

September 14, 2016 July 19, 2019 / TurboTaxLisa

Q: Earlier this year, the bank foreclosed on my home. How do I report this on my taxes? A: Unfortunately financial crisis can happen in your life that can’t be avoided, but if you experienced a foreclosure, short sale, or...

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