Apr 9, 2026
HSA Contributions Are Tax-Deductible
A health savings account (HSA) is a great way to lower #taxable #income while planning for health care events expected and unexpected. Many high-deductible plans including bronze and catastrophic plans purchased on the Health Insurance Marketplace are eligible for an HSA, and contributions offer an immediate tax deduction. Funds can be used to pay for […]
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Apr 8, 2026
Take Advantage of Small-Business Deductions
Small business owners can reduce their #tax liability legally by deducting a range of business-related expenses. Remember to deduct vehicle-related costs, travel expenses and purchases of equipment and supplies. “Generally, you can deduct any business expense that is both ordinary (common and accepted in your industry) and necessary (helpful and appropriate for your business),” TurboTax […]
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Apr 7, 2026
Contribute to an IRA Before April 15
Making a contribution to a traditional individual retirement account (IRA) is often tax-deductible for the year in which they are made — and they can be made through the tax filing deadline for that year (i.e., through April 15 for 2025 income tax returns). One can deduct the full amount of an IRA contribution if […]
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Mar 26, 2026
Hack These Household Items to Deep-Clean
Sometimes, the best #cleaners and #cleaning tools are hiding in plain sight. For example, toothpaste can eliminate children’s marker and crayon stains on wood surfaces and walls, Treehugger says; it can also polish bathroom fixtures, shine silverware and jewelry, and clean piano keys. Lemon and salt is effective on butcher block countertops and cutting boards, […]
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Mar 25, 2026
How Professional House Cleaners Pick up Dust
When it comes to #cleaning, the professionals don’t use a lot of different products; a general-purpose or DIY cleaner can handle most surfaces and cuts costs. One of their favorite hacks? Using dryer sheets to get rid of dust, hair and other detritus that sweeping and vacuuming might miss. “They’re especially great for cleaning ceiling […]
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