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Understanding Tax Terms: Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
If Benjamin Franklin were alive today, his famous quote Nothing is certain, except death and taxes might include a third item — paying medical expenses. Fortunately a health savings account (HSA) is a great way to cut your spending on medical expenses. A major tax...
New College Savings Option
How to get more money without reducing need awards Beginning in 2023 there is a new way to save money for college that won't impact your student’s ability to qualify for financial aid. This change is in the 529 college saving program and is a change that every parent,...
Improve Next Year’s Tax Situation Now!
Whether you receive a big refund or pay your taxes on tax day, taking action now can ensure next year’s tax bill is optimized by not paying a dollar more than necessary. Update paycheck withholdings and forecast estimated tax payments. Reviewing and updating...
Make Your Child’s Summer Break a Tax Break
As a busy working parent, you may be concerned about what activities are available for your kids this summer. There may be a solution that’s also a tax break: summer camp! Using the Child and Dependent Care Credit, you can be reimbursed for part of the cost of...
Replacing Lost Tax Breaks for Your Growing Children
Your kids are getting older. Before you know it they’ll be dating, driving and entering college (if they aren't already!). Tax breaks drop dramatically as your children grow up, but you may be able to offset the losses with some timely tax planning. Consider the...
Put Your Tax Refund to Good Use
Three-fourths of filers get a tax refund every year, with the average check weighing in at $2,972* so far this tax season. Here are some ideas to put that money to good use: Pay off debt. Part (or all!) of your refund could be used to reduce or eliminate debt. With...