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Tax Deadline Extended for California Storm Victims

If you’re a California taxpayer affected by recent natural disasters such as severe winter storms, mudslides, flooding, etc., you might…

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3 Things to Know About Self-Employment Taxes

Updated for tax year 2023. When you enter the world of freelancing or working as an independent contractor, it’s nice…

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7 FAQs About Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statement

Updated for tax year 2023. At a glance: You will receive Form 1095-A if you were enrolled in a Marketplace…

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8 Tax Filing Mistakes to Avoid This Year

Updated for 2023. Filing taxes can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we overlook important things in the chaos. Let’s review common…

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Tax Filing 101: 7 Things That Can Impact Your Tax Refund

It’s time to review some important tax basics before the upcoming tax season. Here are seven things to keep in…

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A Freelancer’s Guide to Organizing Finances

Freelancing is growing in popularity, largely in part to the amount of freedom it offers. As a freelancer, you have…

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7 Essential Tax Deductions for Freelancers and Gig Workers

Updated for tax year 2023. Freelance and gig work have become increasingly popular in recent years, offering individuals the flexibility…

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6 Tax Mistakes Parents Make That End Up Costing Them

Being a parent at tax time involves more than just claiming the Child Tax Credit on your income tax return.…

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Everything You Need to Know About the Child Tax Credit

Raising kids is expensive. Thankfully, becoming a parent comes with some valuable tax breaks — most notably, the Child Tax…

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How to Make an Income Plan as a Freelancer

Updated for tax year 2023. Freelancing is incredibly rewarding, but it does come with its own set of financial challenges.…

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6 Expert Money Moves to Make in Financial Hard Times

Whether you’ve suffered a layoff or have been saddled with unexpected medical bills, money dilemmas can cause significant stress and…

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Real World Tax Guidance for a Freelance Blogger

Working as a freelance blogger is certainly not a get-rich-quick scheme, but it can help pad your bank account if…

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