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Why a Tax Preparation Checklist Will Make Your 2023 Season Easier

Preparing for the tax season doesn’t have to be hard or bothersome, but the main way to make it stress-free is to have a tax preparation checklist.

A tax checklist shortens the amount of time you will need to spend trying to remember what important documents your Tax Preparer may ask for.

Sometimes it’s the little items we forget to have ready that can cause the tax preparation process to be a bit draining and annoying.

I’m all about making the tax filing experience fun and easy for you to survive the 2020 tax season!

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TurboTax vs. CPA: Which Is Better for You?

We’re nearing tax time and that means one thing – you must decide how you’ll complete your taxes. Will you go the DIY route or pay a CPA to do your taxes for you?

A common debate at tax time is TurboTax vs a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – which is better and/or right for you? Check out this guide on the difference between the two and how to tell which option will suit you the most.

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What Does Tax Inclusive Mean and How Does it Affect You?

Whether you’re a consumer or a business owner, it’s important to understand the different methods by which taxes are applied. The sale price of a product or service may be inclusive of tax or exclusive of taxes – depending on at what point taxes are charged.

As a consumer, you’ll want to know if the sale price is a flat rate, or if you should consider the tax rate in addition to the advertised price.

A business, however, will need to know how their vendors charge tax and will need to determine when to charge tax as part of their pricing strategy.

What is Per Capita Tax and What Does It Mean to You?

Two things are certain in life, death and taxes. It can be difficult to keep track of the various taxes. At least with this particular tax, it should benefit your local community.

Per Capita Tax may sound like a complex tax, but it’s a fairly straightforward tax considering.

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Is There an Inheritance Tax in Florida and Will You Have to Pay?

Many people wonder, is there an inheritance tax in Florida? In other words, do you owe taxes on the money you inherit when a loved one passes?

The good news is Florida is a great state to live in for the wealthy (or anyone for that matter) as there are no inheritance taxes or income taxes, but there are still factors anyone living in Florida should know when setting up their estate.