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New! TurboTax Tax Reform Calculator Educates on How Tax Reform Impacts You

December 6, 2018December 6, 2018 / TurboTaxLisa
TT Map_TWPlanning on starting your taxes soon? Is tax reform top of mind? If so, we have some exciting news to share! TurboTax has created the Tax Reform Calculator for Educational Purposes. A new interactive tax reform calculator that helps you understand...

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3 Tax Deductions Are Going Away Due to Tax Reform, Here’s What You Can Still Claim [Infographic]

December 5, 2018December 5, 2018 / TurboTaxLisa
The new tax reform law, passed in December 2017, is the largest piece of tax legislation in nearly 30 years and changed several key tax provisions for taxpayers and families. But what do these changes mean for your taxes? Most notably,...

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October 31, 2018 / Elle Martinez
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How Your Lottery Winnings Are Taxed

October 23, 2018 / TurboTaxLisa
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