Apr 28, 2021
Contain Distance Learning in a Dedicated Space
Thanks to a dramatic push to get people vaccinated against the #coronavirus, schools may be able to reopen in the fall. Until then, however, parents will continue to deal with the #clutter and #chaos of at-home learning — papers, screens and projects that ordinarily might be confined to the a classroom. Design your remote learning […]
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Apr 27, 2021
Create an Effective Remote Learning Area
COVID-19 has forced a lot of families to suddenly embrace remote learning. But even though it is largely performed on screens, remote learning can attract #clutter and will require a dedicated space to be effective. Organized by Heart says to start with the basics: Pick a desk or work surface that’s the right size and […]
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Apr 16, 2021
Save More Money With Tax Credits
COVID-19 relief payments aren’t taxable, since they are essentially tax credits that the IRS awarded early. But there are other tax credits that can help lower your tax liability, the College Investor says. For example, you can claim up to $2,000 for adult educational expenses under the Lifelong Learning Credit, or use the American Opportunity […]
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Apr 15, 2021
Clothing Donations Are Deductible
If you choose to itemize deductions on your federal income taxes, remember that all of the extra stuff you donate to ClothingDonations.org has a deductible value. Itemize your contributions, then calculate and deduct their fair market value from your returns using a long-form 1040 and Schedule A. Cash gifts and mileage driven on behalf of a […]
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Apr 14, 2021
To Itemize or Not to Itemize?
Most people take the standard deduction on their tax returns ($12,400 for single taxpayers or $24,800 for married taxpayers filing jointly), but if you have qualifying expenses that exceed those figures, you can itemize and pay less money in taxes. If your tax situation places you at the border of standard and itemized, TurboTax suggests […]
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