Free tax preparation assistance is available at the Hillsborough County Extension office in Seffner for individuals or families with Adjusted Gross Incomes (AGI) of $66,000 or less. AGI does not include money contributed to tax deductible retirement plans… Read More
The new tax law federal income tax law includes an increase in the standard deduction amount. A tax deduction reduces your taxable income. For example, if your income is $50,000, but you have tax deductions of $5,000, then… Read More
The IRS has confirmed that it will begin processing 2018 tax returns on Jan 28, 2019 and they plan to provide refunds as scheduled. There are a variety of options and resources to make completing your tax return… Read More
Live, Interactive Online Personal Finance Classes University of Florida/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension invites you to attend these educational webinars. All are 12:00pm -1:00pm EST. Cost = Free. Jan 29: Updates on the New Federal Income Tax Law We… Read More
Hillsborough County residents can receive free one-on-one financial education on basic personal finance topics from University of Florida Master Money Mentor volunteers. Mentors can meet at a time and community location that fits an individual’s needs. Residents who… Read More
Consumers applying for credit are sometimes surprised to find out the credit score they have been tracking is different from the credit score the lenders use to evaluate their application. The truth is, there are many, many… Read More
An emergency fund and elimination of expensive debt are the bedrocks of financial stability. A common question is – which to concentrate on first, paying off credit card balances or putting money in a savings account? The latest 3… Read More
A successful strategy for handling money with a partner means establishing procedures and understanding emotional implications. Establishing procedures and taking a look at the numbers can reduce uncertainty and conflict. Honestly working through emotional aspects is critical for… Read More
The federal income tax system is meant to be a pay as you go system. Paycheck earners have federal income taxes deducted from each paycheck and at the end of the year that amount should cover the majority… Read More
University of Florida/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension invites you to attend these free educational webinars. All are 12:00pm -1:00pm EST, Cost = Free June 19, Stock Basics: We will discuss advantages and risks, basic terminology, how stocks are valued, and… Read More
