[Simplify & Enjoy] How to Make Taxes Less Stressful

Tax season is here. How prepared are you? Today we’ll go over how to make filing your taxes easier and less stressful! 

How to Make Taxes Less Stressful

Between the paperwork you need to track, tax terms that are dry, and the eye-opening nature of going through your finances for the year, taxes can understandably make you anxious. 

If you’re looking to optimize your finances, you have to get your taxes done right. 

Today, I want to give you a quick and easy guide on preparing for your taxes. 

In this episode:

• We take a step back to look at essentials of taxes
• We examine the tax deductions and credits parents should know
• Examine ways you can plan and set yourselves up for big wins on next year’s taxes

Are you ready?

Let’s get started! 

Resources to Tackle Your Taxes

Looking to make taxes less stressful? Here are some of my favorite resources!

• Best Budget and Money Apps: Personal Capital, Tiller, Mint
• TurboTax <— We use them for our taxes
• Free 401(k) Analysis: blooom
• Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money
• Mastering Your Taxes This Year
• How to Tackle Your Taxes Like a Pro and Maximize Your Refund
• Income Tax Brackets for 2020

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Music Credit

Our theme song is from Staircases. Additional music by various artists from Audiio.