10 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know Were Taxable
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Let’s say you’re walking down the street and out the corner of your eye you spot a $100 bill on the ground. Finders keepers, right? Not so fast. Whether you find money or...
Everything You Need to Know About Tax Refunds
Most people who file a tax return walk away with a refund. Although you may feel like you’ve won the lottery, a tax refund isn’t free money from the government. It’s actually your own money you’re getting back from Uncle Sam. During the year federal and state taxes are withheld from...
Is Social Security Taxable?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). If you’re preparing for retirement, you might be wondering if social security is taxable income. The short answer: Yes. The longer answer: It depends. Social Security benefits are...
Are Funeral Expenses Tax Deductible?
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Are funeral expenses tax deductible? The short answer is that in most cases, they are not deductible on individual tax returns. However, there are specific situations where funeral expenses can...
3 Good Reasons to Choose Direct Deposit for Your Tax Refund
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). You can’t control when you’ll get your tax refund but there is something you can do to speed up the process. Eight out of 10 taxpayers get their tax refund faster by using e-file and direct...
6 Things You Didn’t Know Were Tax Deductions
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Want to avoid owing a large amount of money at tax time? Tax deductions can help reduce your federal income tax. Make sure you take advantage of every tax deduction you can! We know that the tax...
Tax Credits for Seniors
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Seniors, don’t miss out on tax credits that can help reduce your tax burden and improve your financial situation! In this guide, we'll explore key tax credits you may be eligible for, including...
7 Smart Reasons to File a Tax Return Even if You Don’t Have To
The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Not everyone needs to file federal income tax returns, but you may be missing the chance to fatten your bank account if you don’t. Using guided tax preparation software like ezTaxReturn can make...










