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Tax Benefits for Buying a Car

Buying a car can come with some surprising tax perks, depending on how and why you purchase it. This article covers the tax benefits of…


Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit

With rising energy costs and growing environmental concerns, many homeowners are looking for ways to improve their homes' energy efficiency. The Energy Efficient Home Improvement…


Can I Claim My Girlfriend as a Dependent?

When tax season rolls around, many people start looking for ways to maximize their deductions and reduce their taxable income. One common question that comes…


Married Filing Separately: What It Means and When It Makes Sense

When you’re married and preparing to file your taxes, you generally have two filing status options: married filing jointly or married filing separately. While most…


Understanding Tax Rebates: What They Are and How They Work

Tax rebates are a form of financial relief provided by the government, offering taxpayers the opportunity to receive a refund or reduction on the amount…


Are Home Repairs Tax Deductible? A Complete Guide for U.S. Homeowners

Are Home Repairs Tax Deductible? [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Home_Repair_Tax_Deductions_Explained.mp4"][/video] If you’re a homeowner, you’ve probably wondered: Are home repairs tax deductible? Also, whether the money…


Is Social Security Disability Income Taxable by the IRS?

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Understanding_SSDI_Tax_Implications.mp4"][/video] Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) provides crucial financial support to people unable to work due to a disability. While the benefits…


Claiming Parents as Dependents: How it Works

Who doesn’t want to help their parents? Claiming an elderly parent as a tax dependent is not only caring for them as they enter the…