Tax season is never fun, but many Americans seem to be griping about doing their taxes this year more than others. Although the IRS expected to process up to 155 million individual taxpayer returns last year, more consumers are finding out that this year’s refund probably won’t yield as substantial a refund as in previous years — that is, if you get any refund at all. What’s more, there are all sorts of new rules that went into effect this year that might significantly change the way you file or the deductions you’re able to include. To ensure that you won’t be subject to an audit later on or that you don’t miss out on a valid opportunity to owe less to the government, you’ll want to avoid making the following major mistakes when filing your taxes this year.
Month: March 2019
4 Reasons Why You Should Consider a USDA Loan
Going through the process of purchasing a home can get confusing, long, and drawn out. There are so many questions to ask and answer, along with all of the paperwork to sign. In the end, though, you have the satisfaction of walking into your new home. You can help speed up the process by preparing … Read more
3 Quick Tips For Buying Your First Home
Focus On The Fixes
If you’re buying a home for the first time and looking for ways to save money, you may be tempted to start your search with foreclosures or fixer-uppers. While this is an entirely reasonable way to search for homes, make sure that you know exactly what problems exist in the home that you’ll need to fix. Otherwise, there’s a good chance that you’ll end up having to pay for costly fixes once you’ve purchased the home.