A First-Timer's Guide To Filing Taxes

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Sometimes we buy things that we later regret spending on: a new sweater that's already falling apart, or a thrifted "vintage" vase that turns out to be a mass-produced dupe. In the moment, it's difficult to resist the temptation of making a purchase. But with a few pointed questi ... Show More

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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

Tony Swantek is the Chief Operating Officer at Jorns & Associates. Composed of tax credit veterans with decades of industry experience serving clients of all sizes and in virtually all industries, Tony’s team specializes in helping employers obtain federal and state tax credits a ... Show More

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

Tax Tips for Business Owners: A Simple Guide I host a podcast about starting and running businesses. Recently, I talked with Shmulie Munitz, a top tax advisor, about making taxes easier for entrepreneurs. Here's a summary of what we learned. For many business owners, taxes feel c ... Show More

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 if ... Show More

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