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Can I Claim My Parent as a Dependent?

Can I Claim My Parent as a Dependent?

Claiming dependents can help you reduce your tax liability, but there are rules regarding who you can claim. You may be wondering, “Can I claim my parents as dependents?” While the answer may be yes, it ultimately depends on your circumstances. Sorting it out on your...
Are Parking Tickets Tax Deductible?

Are Parking Tickets Tax Deductible?

Let’s say you’re driving for Lyft or Uber, and need to grab a coffee before picking up your next customer. The line is longer than expected, you are unable to get to the parking meter to feed in a few more quarters, and you get a parking ticket. Since you drive for a...
Facts About the Failure to File or Pay Penalties

Facts About the Failure to File or Pay Penalties

If you haven’t filed your tax return yet, you are not alone. Since people who are due refunds rush to file early, I’m guessing that you might be waiting to file because you know you will owe taxes. Well, delaying filing because you owe can be more costly for you. The...
7 Wedding Expenses That Are Tax Deductible

7 Wedding Expenses That Are Tax Deductible

Weddings are expensive, so it’s unfortunate that they aren’t tax-deductible! But wait, though tax write-offs may not be top-of-mind when you are planning your wedding, with careful planning, there are some ways you may be able to garner a tax deduction as you prepare...
How to Get a Tax Break for Summer Child Care

How to Get a Tax Break for Summer Child Care

“Summer time, and the living is easy,” goes the song. Even though tax day has come and gone, it is never too early to begin planning out your summer vacation! Easy if you are a kid, that is. For working parents, the additional burden of summer child care is far from...