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How to Make Your Tax Refund Work Harder for You: Insights from Wallet Wisdom Episode 58
Tax season has a way of sneaking up on all of us. For some, a refund feels like a welcome surprise — a little bonus from the universe. But as this week’s Wallet Wisdom episode reminds us, treating your tax return like “fun money” can mean missing out on some powerful financial opportunities.
How to keep your tax information safe this year.
Tax season is busy. And yes, that's exactly why it’s prime time for scammers. But here's the good news: with a few smart moves, you can protect yourself and your sensitive financial information.
Navigating Unemployment Tax
Tips for filing in 2021. It’s everyone’s favorite time of year. Tax season! For many, 2020 was a unique year that brought some unpredicted changes. If one of those changes was a period of unemployment, you’re not alone! Here are a few tips on how to navigate what you may owe Uncle Sam this year.
The tax filing deadline has changed- get special savings on TurboTax
Have you filed your taxes yet? In response to COVID-19, the IRS has extended the federal tax filing deadline to July 15, 2020.
File online and get your maximum refund plus special savings on TurboTax®
With TurboTax, you’ll get your biggest possible refund fast and your taxes done right. Plus, credit union members save up to $20 on TurboTax federal products, all through tax season.
Five tips for purchasing your first home.
WalletHub™ recently compared 300 cities of varying sizes across key indicators, like cost of living and property taxes, to determine the best place to buy your first home. Our own Grand Rapids, Michigan came in at number four, and…drumroll please…Tampa, Florida came in at number one! To help you take advantage of where you live, here are five things every first-time homebuyer should know.
Lower your tax bill with year-end planning
As the end of the year draws near, the last thing anyone wants tothink about is taxes. But if you are looking for ways to minimize your tax bill, there’s no better time for tax planning than before year-end. That’s because there are a number of tax-smart strategies you can implement now that will reduce your tax bill come April 15.
At Tax Season, We All Hope for a Refund
If you have a refund coming you may consider putting your tax return into LMCU’s 3% Max Checking - the nation’s number one checking account**. You could earn up to $450 over the next year in interest.
Year-End Gifting Strategies
The tax year will be ending on December 31. If you have plans to make charitable gifts to family members, it’s last call to make those donations for 2018. The Basics If you have the financial ability and devotion to make lifetime gifts to family members, consider making them annually. The inflation adjustment for 2018 has increased the amount you can gift without being subject to a per-individual gift tax – $15,000 individual, or $30,000 for married couples. Keep in mind that gifting decisions should reflect any additional wealth transfers or estate planning steps you already have in place.
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Wallet Wisdom Podcast | Ep 62: How to Launch Your Small Business: 5 Essential Steps for Success
Learn 5 essential steps for launching a small business successfully. From realistic projections to leveraging resources, ensure your entrepreneurial journey is well-planned.
Fraud Is Evolving: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe | Wallet Wisdom Podcast Episode 59
Learn 5 crucial strategies to protect yourself from financial fraud. Understand the evolving threats and how to stay safe in today’s digital world.
Wallet Wisdom Podcast: How Credit Unions Compare to Banks
Featuring Guest Patty Corkery, President & CEO of Michigan Credit Union League Most people think banks and credit unions are basically the same but they’re not. One is built to serve shareholders. The other is built to serve you.
How The Latest Fed Rates Impact Your Budget & Borrowing Power
In the latest episode of Wallet Wisdom, host Brett sits down with LMCU’s VP of Accounting, Tommy Minchew, and SVP of Finance, Mike Steele, to demystify one of the most talked-about financial topics with this latest decision to maintain interest rates by the Federal Reserve and how it impacts your wallet*. Whether you’re a saver, borrower, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you navigate today’s economic landscape.
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