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What to Do If the IRS Took Your Refund for Student Loans

by Michele Cagan | Apr 24, 2019 | Do Your Own Taxes, Get Help When You Need It, Single Mom CPA

Are you behind on your student loans? Many single moms face this same struggle. When budgets are super tight, student loan payments drop out of the “necessity” column. Because, honestly, those payments aren’t nearly as important as food, clothing, shelter, and medical...
2019 Tax FAQ’s

2019 Tax FAQ’s

by Michele Cagan | Mar 5, 2019 | Do Your Own Taxes, Owning Your Own Business, Single Mom CPA, You Need to Know This

Got tax questions? I have the answers. All of those confusing changes in the TCJA (Tax Cut and Jobs Act) have led to some unexpected outcomes – like teeny, tiny refunds or surprise tax bills. Plus, the forms that were supposed to be “postcard-simple” are confusing...
Save $2,000 Using Head of Household Tax Status…Here’s How to Qualify

Save $2,000 Using Head of Household Tax Status…Here’s How to Qualify

by Michele Cagan | Jan 7, 2019 | Do Your Own Taxes, Kids and Money, Single Mom CPA

Updated for Tax Year 2022 You can save more than $2,000 on your tax bill by checking one little box: Head of Household status. That’s why you and every eligible single mom should claim Head of Household (HoH) status… to keep that income tax bill as low as possible....
8 Ways Selling Your Rings Can Help You Move Forward After Divorce

8 Ways Selling Your Rings Can Help You Move Forward After Divorce

by Michele Cagan | Jun 25, 2018 | Get Help When You Need It, Getting Divorced?, Protect Your Financial Future, Single Mom CPA

Some of the links on this page are affiliate links. That means if you click on those links, I may receive compensation. I felt sad every time I saw my engagement ring in the jewelry box. It wasn’t your standard engagement ring– I’ve never been a big fan of diamonds....

3 Realistic Single Mom Businesses You Can Start Today

by Michele Cagan | Jun 5, 2018 | Owning Your Own Business, Single Mom CPA

If you’re a single mom with cash flow issues, you need a way to bring in money fast. Starting a home business can get that job done, but it has to be the right business to work with your life. That can be especially tricky if you Are stuck at home with young kids Have...
How to Handle Mistakes on Your Taxes – It’s Easier Than You Think!

How to Handle Mistakes on Your Taxes – It’s Easier Than You Think!

by Michele Cagan | Apr 2, 2018 | Do Your Own Taxes, Get Help When You Need It, Single Mom CPA

A lot of single moms get freaked out by the thought of doing their own taxes. All the rules and forms and schedules feel confusing and overwhelming. And the fear of getting it wrong and getting in trouble with the IRS drive a lot of women to professional tax...
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