Are Your Taxes About to Change? Find Out Now With This Handy Checklist
By Michael Keenan
of GOBankingRates
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Life comes at you fast, and when it does, taxes are probably not the first thing on your mind. However, if you’re not prepared for tax changes, you could find yourself mismanaging your budget.
Read: 10 Signs You Really Do Need Professional Help Filing Your Taxes
It’s impossible to say with certainty how much each of life’s big events will increase or decrease your taxes, but knowing how your taxes might change can help you be prepared when you file.
Last updated: Jan. 20, 2021
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