Master Your Taxes This Year!

Taxes aren't fun, but if you're looking to optimize your finances, you have to get your taxes done right. Learn about key tax deductions and credits available to families! Mastering Your Taxes This Year Tax season is here.  And despite what TurboTax's Superbowl ad says, not all of us are tax people.  Most families I know are busy already and having to file taxes seems more like a chore than something fun.  However, TurboTax did have a point – taxes affect all of us.  And when you're a family pursuing financial freedom, it can be an opportunity to review and optimize your finances, take advantage of tax breaks you qualify for, and if you get a refund, use it to reach your goals faster.  Whether you visit a tax preparer, file online with a service like TurboTax, or do it yourself – kudos to you!- it really does pay to get more comfortable with some key essentials.  Which is why both here and on our sister podcast couple money we're going over how to make filing your taxes easier.  In this episode we're looking at:  Decoding key tax items (like tax credits versus deductions) so you can be better prepared when filing How to make sure your paycheck is working you – you may be leaving money on the table Accounts to Maximize Your Finances Now and Later I want to make things less stressful for you so you can knock out your taxes.  Sound good? Let's get started! Thank You to Our Sponsor Coastal! Support for this podcast comes from Coastal Credit Union! If you're living in the Raleigh Durham area and looking to bank better, come check out Coastal today. If you have a high deductible health plan, you may be able to open a health savings account with them! Support the Podcast! Thank you so much for listening to the podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, here are some ways to support it. Spread the word! If you enjoyed this episode and think it can help a buddy get on the path to dumping debt and become financially free, please share. Leave a review. Honest feedback and reviews make a big difference and gets the word out about the podcast. Leave your review on Apple or Stitcher. Grab a copy of Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money. My book is designed for a busy couple to set up their finances in 4 weeks. Get tips and tools that have worked for other couples on their journey of building their marriage and wealth together! Music Credit Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Audiio.