Are medical expenses tax deductible? The hurdles are high. But paying extraordinary medical bills out of pocket in 2020 could help cut tax bills now.
Author: Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press
Why the stimulus check may not hit your bank account until St. Patrick’s Day
Depending on where you bank, your stimulus check may not land until at least Wednesday. So be careful and check your account before swiping your card.
Why you don’t want to post a selfie with your COVID vaccine card
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Before you file your taxes make sure you know how much was your stimulus payout
What’s a Form 1444? And a Form 1444-B? You’ll want to find those if you want to do your taxes. Or look elswhere for clues on your stimulus payouts.
How to avoid losing unused cash in flexible spending accounts
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Didn’t get your first or second stimulus? Here’s what to do if you must file a tax return for them.
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