Jan 12

Tips to save money across all parts of your life

For a lot of us, this time of year triggers a financial reckoning. As you recover from holiday spending, here are 6 tips from past Life Kit experts on how to save money year-round.Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback ... Show More

17m 16s

Dec 29

Avoid these common financial mistakes

Personal finance can be a tricky subject to navigate. There's a lot of conflicting guidance on which savings account to use, how to budget properly and where to invest your money. And it's easy to make a mistake. This episode, financial educator Yanely Espinal shares the common f ... Show More

20m 49s

Dec 11

Watch out for these holiday scams

Don't get swindled while buying gifts this holiday season. This episode, Amy Nofziger of AARP's Fraud Watch Network explains how to safeguard yourself from common shopping scams like fake shipping alerts and online stores — and offers advice on what to do if you fall for one.Foll ... Show More

20m 4s

Mar 2022

Your tax refund, explained

It's tax season (insert collective groan here). But don't worry: in this episode of Life Kit, CPA and tax analyst Kimberly Washington offers helpful advice on maximizing your refund, what deductions to remember and how the child tax credit impacts your tax filings this year. Lear ... Show More

11m 19s

Jul 2022

What you don’t know about this year’s tax filing season

It is tax filing season and while people look forward to tax season because they can get a rebate, for many of us it can feel a bit overwhelming. In this podcast Maya speaks to tax expert Reinert van Rensburg, Tax Legal Specialist at Leap Group, about everything you need to know ... Show More

24m 34s

Feb 2023

How to file your tax returns: 6 things you should know this year

For something that's legally required, taxes can be confusing. This guide covers the latest credits and deductions — and helps you plan ahead for next year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

12m 47s

Mar 2021

Tips to Maximize Your Tax Refund in 2021

<p>Want simple tips to save money by reducing the amount of tax you owe or increasing your tax refund? Laura interviews Cece Leung, CPA, about ways to take full advantage of recent tax code changes.</p> <p><a href="https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-finance/taxes/maximize-ta ... Show More

24m 57s

Apr 2021

5 Big Tax Changes That Will Save You $$$ This Year

Just because 2020 was a dumpster fire doesn’t mean your taxes have to be. Nicole explains why you may qualify for free income tax help, what to do if you didn’t receive your stimulus checks, and how to figure out if you can write off medical expenses from 2020. From This Episode: ... Show More

17m 4s

Feb 2024

Taxes for the Self-Employed: Avoid Common Tax Mistakes and Navigate Freelancer Finances

Learn about self-employment taxes and avoid common tax mistakes with expert strategies for managing your finances year-round. How do self-employed taxes work? What are some common tax mistakes self-employed people make? And can you really write off payments on a luxury vehicle ... Show More

29m 7s

Mar 2020

The Episode About Taxes| Milton Rodriguez

April, you’re right around the corner my friend, and that means it's time to file your taxes. Not to worry, I’m bringing you my yearly episode about taxes to help you get prepared and ask all your burning tax questions. Joining us on this episode is Milton Rodriguez, a millennial ... Show More

43m 50s

Jul 2020

Getting your tax deductions right

What should you be claiming tax deductions on? Finance Journalist David ‘Kochie’ Koch shares his guide to paying just the right amount of tax…not too much and not too little. Kochie takes you through the expenses that you can legitimately offset against your income to reduce your ... Show More

16m 8s