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Feb. 3, 2025

Can a Tax Professional Save You Money?

Struggling with Taxes? When to Call in the Pros Taxes! That dreaded time of year when we gather all our financial documents, try to decipher complicated forms, and hope we don't make any costly mistakes. While some people find satisfaction in tackl…

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Jan. 30, 2025

How Can You Handle Tax Debt Without Falling for Scams?

Desperate for Tax Relief? Why Some Solutions Are Worse Than the Problem When facing a mountain of tax debt, it's easy to feel desperate for a quick fix. The weight of financial burdens can be overwhelming, leading many to seek out "tax relief" solu…

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Jan. 29, 2025

What Are Estimated Taxes and Who Needs to Pay Them?

Wait, What Are Estimated Taxes and Do I Actually Have to Pay Them? Imagine this: you're a freelance graphic designer, finally doing what you love and working from home. You land a big project, and the client sends you a hefty check. You're thrilled…

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Jan. 23, 2025

How Can Changing Your Filing Status Maximize Your Tax Refund?

Is Your Old Filing Status Stealing Your Tax Refund? Welcome back to “Ask Ralph,” your daily dose of Christian financial wisdom! Today, we're diving deep into a question that could be impacting your wallet and your peace of mind: How Can…

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Jan. 21, 2025

How Can You Prevent Tax Identity Fraud and Safeguard Your Finances?

Ask Ralph: Tax Identity Theft - Is Someone Filing Returns in Your Name? Welcome back to "Ask Ralph," your daily dose of Christian financial wisdom! Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's both concerning and relevant: tax identity theft. It's …

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Jan. 18, 2025

How Do You Handle a 1099 Form? A Complete Guide

Ask Ralph: Help! I Just Got a 1099 - What Is It and What Do I Do Now? Welcome back to “Ask Ralph,” your daily dose of Christian financial wisdom! Today, we tackle a question that pops up every tax season: "Help! I just got a 1099 - what…

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Jan. 16, 2025

How Can I Minimize Taxes When Selling My House?

Ask Ralph: Do I Have to Pay Taxes When I Sell My Home? Welcome back to “Ask Ralph,” your daily dose of Christian financial wisdom! Today, we're tackling a question that's been on many homeowners' minds: How Can I Minimize Taxes When Sel…

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Jan. 14, 2025

How Can a Tax Refund Loan Hurt Your Finances?

Ask Ralph: What is a Tax Refund Loan and Why are they Such a Terrible Idea? Welcome back to Ask Ralph, your daily dose of Christian financial wisdom. Imagine this: It's the middle of February, your car just broke down, and unexpected medical bills …

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Jan. 10, 2025

How Do I Minimize Tax Burdens When Passing on My Assets?

Ask Ralph: Wealth Distribution and Taxes Welcome back to Ask Ralph, your daily dose of Christian wisdom for your financial journey. Today, we're tackling a question from a listener concerned about distributing wealth to their heirs in a tax-efficie…

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Jan. 9, 2025

What Are the Best Strategies for Managing Multi-State Taxes?

Ask Ralph - State Taxes and the Multi-State Worker Greetings and welcome back to "Ask Ralph!" Today, we're diving into a topic that affects many folks in our mobile modern workforce: how to handle your taxes when you live in one state and work in a…

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