Tax reform imposes the biggest change to the tax code since the 1980s. And many people are wondering what’s changed, how it will affect them, and what they should do about it.For most individuals, very little impacts their 2017 return. Except for the l…
Congress recently extended a number of tax breaks for 2017 that include the extension of a few previously expired deductions and credits. Here’s a look at three of the key provisions that impact individuals and families. Qualified mortgage insurance pr…
If your spouse is disabled enough to receive disability benefits, your financial life is affected, too. It’s important to know the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) code that affect you and your spouse when it comes to disability taxes.R…
Updated for tax year 2017.If you have a story, inspiration, or anything else you want to tell the world, there’s never been a better time to do it. You can self-publish in hard copies or with Kindle and other ebooks and get paid for your work. The trad…
Are you and your significant other living together, but not married? If so, you likely share many expenses. One of you may even financially support the other.If that’s the case, you may wonder whether you can take advantage of any tax benefits by claim…
When it comes to your money, there’s no better feeling than knowing you have a plan for how to use it.But when it comes to putting a plan together, it’s hard to know where to start. What part of your financial picture should you prioritize? Debt repaym…
Freelancing is growing in popularity, largely in part to the amount of freedom it offers. As a freelancer, you have the flexibility to pick and choose which projects to work on, when to work, what to charge, and of course, the convenience of working fr…
Why did you join the military? Chances are the answer to that is quite complex. It likely includes a measure of having a desire to serve our country combined with the potential financial benefits of a military career. Succeeding in the military can be …
The Internal Revenue Service opened for the 2018 tax season on Monday, Jan. 29. And while you may be among the many taxpayers across the country busy collecting tax documents and filing returns, there is a reason to be cautious as you work. Each year, …
As a small business owner, there are a variety of expenses you can use as tax deductions. Take a look at these common small business tax deductions and see if you qualify.1. Cost of goods soldIf you buy goods to sell, or if you make them yourself, you …
