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It can be confusing to see your state refund hit your account while your federal refund is still nowhere to be found. This is actually very common — and in most cases, it’s not something to panic about. Here’s what’s going on. Federal and State Refunds Are Separate Your federal and state tax returns…
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Receiving a letter from the IRS can feel stressful. But in most cases, an IRS letter does not mean you are in serious trouble. The IRS sends millions of notices each year for a variety of routine reasons and understanding what triggers an IRS letter can help you respond calmly and correctly. Below are…
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Did you know? Not all money you receive is taxable income. Many people assume that if money hits their bank account, it automatically needs to be reported. That isn’t always true. While most earned income is taxable, certain types of income are not considered taxable under federal tax law. Here are some common examples.…
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This is a question I hear often, especially from new business owners: “My business didn’t make any money, I don’t need to file … right?” Most often think “I don’t need to file taxes with no income.” The truth? That’s not necessarily how it works. Starting a business comes with tax responsibilities that don’t…
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One of the most common questions people ask every year is: “Do I really need to file taxes if I didn’t make much money?” And the honest answer is — it depends. Filing requirements aren’t based on one single number, and many people skip filing when they actually shouldn’t… or miss out on money…
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Taxes may feel like a modern inconvenience, but that’s not how it started. They began as a way to fund shared needs in growing societies and have existed for thousands of years. Long before income tax forms and filing deadlines, governments relied on contributions from citizens to operate and expand. Let’s explore the history…
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Taxes are something almost everyone deals with, yet many people were never taught what they actually are or why they exist. For most, they can feel confusing, frustrating, or heavy — especially when it’s time to file. This post breaks taxes down in simple terms: what they are, why we pay them, and where…
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Filing taxes doesn’t have to feel overwhelming even though being unprepared often is. One of the easiest ways to avoid delays, errors, or missed deductions is knowing what to gather before your return is prepared – hence the tax filing checklist. This checklist is designed to help you feel organized and confident going into…
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Each tax season brings changes that can quietly affect how much you owe or how much you keep. Many deductions aren’t obvious, and some only apply if they’re reported and calculated correctly. That’s why understanding what’s available is important, but having your return prepared with care matters just as much. Below are several deductions…