Taxes
Are Home Renovations Tax Deductible?
Key Takeaways Most home renovations are not immediately tax deductible for a primary residence, but they may still provide financial benefits through...
Up to $1,000 for $250k/90 Days — My Money Blog
Updated offer details. Brokerage firms compete for “assets under management”, and many are willing to give you cash to encourage...
What Do Tax Attorneys Do? Hiring Help for IRS Collections
Key Takeaways Tax attorneys specialize in resolving complex IRS issues, including collections, audits, disputes, and high-risk cases involving large tax...
Chase Bank $900 Checking + Savings Bonus w/ Coupon Code (Updated 2026) — My Money Blog
Back again, new expiration date 7/15/2026. Here’s another megabank bonus to pick up if you haven’t already. Chase Bank has...
Optima Tax Relief Named a 2026 Top Workplace by USA Today
Recognized for excellence in leadership and innovation, the nation’s top tax resolution firm continues to set the standard for employee...
Citizens Bank $400 Checking Bonus (Direct Deposit Required) — My Money Blog
Citizens Bank is offering a $400 checking bonus with relatively simple requirements. However, they only offer checking accounts to residents...
Top 10 Tax Deductions Every Freelance Writer Should Claim
Key Takeaways Freelance writer tax deductions reduce taxable income by allowing you to write off ordinary and necessary business expenses, helping you...
Brokerage Fraud, Two-Factor Authentication, & Security “Guarantees” — My Money Blog
Fraud attempts seem to be coming at us 24/7, and this story of a couple losing $180,000 from their brokerage...
IRS Penalty Abatement Help: How a Tax Pro Can Help
Key Takeaways IRS penalty abatement can reduce or eliminate penalties (not the tax itself), helping taxpayers lower their total balance and avoid unnecessary...
$100 Referral Bonus w/ Direct Deposit (H&R Block) — My Money Blog
Spruce is a new fintech app from H&R Block with banking services provided by Pathward NA, member FDIC. They are...
Is It Time to Change Sales Tax Compliance Providers?
Many companies start their sales tax journey with the expectation that once a provider is in place, compliance will largely...
Cash and Bond Holdings Details — My Money Blog
I’ve gotten a few reader questions about my personal cash and bond holdings, so I thought I’d combine them here....
