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3 Easy DIY Tips for Your Fourth of July Barbeque

July 3, 2017July 3, 2017 / Elle Martinez

One of my favorite things about summer is how easy it is to get your friends and family together for an outdoor evening of grilling. Next weekend we’ll be having our friends over from out of town and we’re hoping to...

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Tax Refunds

We Asked, You Answered: How are You Spending Your 2016 Tax Refund? [INFOGRAPHIC]

July 2, 2017July 2, 2017 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

We all breathe a little sigh of relief once the tax deadline has passed. Taxes. Are. Done! To celebrate, we asked you – our awesome TurboTax community – one of our favorite questions: “How are you spending your tax refund...

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Education

4 Little Known Tips to Help You Pay School Tuition

July 1, 2017July 1, 2017 / Jim Wang

College is expensive. According to the College Board’s 2016 Trends in College Pricing report, the average full-time student at a four year nonprofit private university will pay $35,020 a year in tuition and fees. Add in room and board and the...

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Tax Tips

Taxes 101: The Gift Tax

June 28, 2017June 28, 2017 / JoeTaxpayer

While taxes may not be top of mind right now, gifting just may be. Whether you’re picking out the perfect gift for a graduation, wedding, bridal or baby shower, keep in mind the Gift Tax – the IRS write off...

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Tax Planning

Can Unpaid Taxes Keep Me From Buying a Home?

June 27, 2017 / Myles Ma

If you have tax debt that you’re unable to pay, there are simple steps you can take to avoid further tax consequences. It’s important to understand the IRS can take several actions to collect if you don’t pay your taxes...

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Tax Planning

Did You Owe Taxes in Two States This Season? We Explain Why

June 26, 2017 / Jim Wang

For the longest time, I thought I only had to pay taxes based on where I lived. If I spent the whole year in Maryland, I’d only owe Maryland taxes, right? Wrong. If you thought the same thing, you aren’t...

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Income and Investments

Tax Tips for Those Renting Their Home on Airbnb

June 23, 2017June 23, 2017 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

As Airbnb’s popularity continues to rise, more and more people renting out their homes and learning about the tax implications that come with it. When you offer your home, or a room in your home, as a short-term rental, you may be...

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Income and Investments

Frugal Alternatives to Staying Physically and Financially Healthy This Summer

June 21, 2017 / Elle Martinez

Summer has officially begun and the timing couldn’t be better. Working from home with two kids under six usually means I have a full schedule and not much time to waste. It also means that if we’re looking to make...

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3 Easy DIY Tips for Your Fourth of July Barbeque

We Asked, You Answered: How are You Spending Your 2016 Tax Refund? [INFOGRAPHIC]

4 Little Known Tips to Help You Pay School Tuition

Taxes 101: The Gift Tax

Can Unpaid Taxes Keep Me From Buying a Home?

Did You Owe Taxes in Two States This Season? We Explain Why

Tax Tips for Those Renting Their Home on Airbnb

Frugal Alternatives to Staying Physically and Financially Healthy This Summer

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