Tax Filing 101

Tax Filing 101

VIDEOS: 10
AVERAGE DURATION: 5 minutes

STRATEGIES FOR FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
Gain the confidence you need during tax season with this comprehensive program on tax education and awareness. Learn about the various types of tax forms, methods and platforms to help you file your taxes, along with tips on how to best manage your unique financial situation. Feel prepared to file your taxes, and to make informed financial decisions. This series will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make tax season less stressful and more manageable.

BENEFITS
✔ TAX SYSTEM AWARENESS
✔ INFORMED DECISION MAKING
✔ BOOSTED FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

*The program is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional financial advice based on your individual conditions and circumstances. Your use of Caravan services is subject to additional terms and conditions.

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Tax Filing 101
  • 5 Min Tax Preparation Platforms

    Feel more confident filing your taxes by learning about various tax platforms and methods.

    ☑ Tax Filing Methods
    ☑ Increased Financial Confidence
    ☑ Tax Platform Awareness

    ✎ Learn The Facts: There are various platforms that can assist with your tax planning needs. For example, over the phone the...

  • 5 Min Taxable Income Vs. Nontaxable Income

    Gain an understanding of various types of income, and whether or not they are taxable.

    ☑ Boosted Financial Planning
    ☑ Accurate Tax Filing
    ☑ Improved Tax Savings

    ✎ Fun Fact: Taxes on gifts are typically the responsibility of the giver, not the recipient. If someone gives a financial gift that is...

  • 5 Min Basic Tax Forms

    Learn about the various types of tax forms and which ones will suit your needs.

    ☑ Tax Form Awareness
    ☑ Tax System Understanding
    ☑ Tax Season Support

    ✎ Learn The Facts: There are around 15-20 common tax forms for individuals. However, the exact number can depend on each individual's unique finan...

  • 5 Min Standard Deduction Vs. Itemized Deductions

    Learn about types of tax deductions and how they can impact your tax returns.

    ☑ Tax Deduction Fundamentals
    ☑ Improved Tax Filing
    ☑ Tax System Awareness

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Some common situations in which itemizing can be more beneficial include: if you have experienced both significant gambling ...

  • 5 Min Tax Filing Status

    Learn about a variety of tax filing statuses and which ones can help meet your unique needs.

    ☑ Filing Status Options
    ☑ Tax System Understanding
    ☑ Improved Tax Outcome

    ✎ Fun Fact: The IRS considers your marital status as of the last day of the tax year. This means if you get married on December ...

  • 5 Min Understanding The Self-Employment Tax

    Gain knowledge on how to file taxes when you are self-employed.

    ☑ Financial Stability
    ☑ Improved Tax Planning
    ☑ Accurate Tax Calculations

    ✎ Learn The Facts: There are a variety of deductions that can apply to some self employed individuals depending on your work location and needs. These can in...

  • 5 Min Withholding Tax

    Gain an understanding of what tax withholdings are in order to prepare for tax season.

    ☑ Informed Financial Decisions
    ☑ Corrected Tax Withholding
    ☑ Improved Tax Calculations

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Going through life changes such as marriage, parenthood, or becoming a homeowner can have an impact on...

  • 5 Min Important Tax Deadlines

    Gain awareness of key dates and deadlines when making your tax payments.

    ☑ Key Deadline Awareness
    ☑ Tax System Awareness
    ☑ Minimized Tax Penalty

    ✎ Fun Fact: Filing your taxes early, before the April 15th deadline, can help to prevent identity theft. If someone tries to file a return in your nam...

  • 3 Min Keep Your Receipts For Your Taxes

    Learn the benefits of saving receipts and financial records to improve your tax records.

    ☑ Improved Financial Organization
    ☑ Boosted Tax Deduction
    ☑ Increased Savings

    ✎ Learn The Facts: While it is important to save receipts for 3-7 years to have an accurate financial record, when dealing with ...

  • 5 Min Tax Deductions Vs. Tax Credits

    Learn about tax deductions to reduce your taxable income and maximize your financial resources.

    ☑ Effective Tax Management
    ☑ Tax Law Understanding
    ☑ Increased Savings

    ✎ Learn The Facts: There are many types of tax deductions that meet certain circumstances, some of these include gambling losses...

  • The Pros & Cons Of Tax Software (Highlight)

    Discover if tax software would be beneficial to your financial situation.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional health, legal, tax, investment, or financial advice based on your individual co...

  • What Is Non Taxable Income (Highlight)

    Non-taxable income refers to money that is not subject to federal income tax.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional health, legal, tax, investment, or financial advice based on your individua...

  • What Is Taxable Income (Highlight)

    Taxable income refers to the portion of your income that is subject to federal, state, and local taxes.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional health, legal, tax, investment, or financial ad...

  • What Is The Self Employment Tax (Highlight)

    Self-employment tax is a tax paid by individuals who work for themselves, covering Social Security and Medicare taxes.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional health, legal, tax, investment, ...

  • Hiring Tax Professionals (Highlight)

    Hiring a tax professional can simplify your tax preparation and ensure accuracy.

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  • What Are Standard Deductions (Highlight)

    Standard deductions are fixed amounts that reduce your taxable income, lowering the amount of income subject to tax.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for professional health, legal, tax, investment, or ...

  • What Is A 1040 Form (Highlight)

    A 1040 form is the standard individual income tax return form used by U.S. taxpayers to report their income, deductions, credits, and calculate their tax liability.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upon and is not a substitute for ...

  • Types Of 1099 Forms (Highlight)

    There are several types of 1099 forms, each used for different purposes related to reporting income. Each form serves a specific reporting purpose, and the appropriate form should be used depending on the type of income received.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. I...

  • What Is A W2 Form (Highlight)

    The W2 form is a document employers provide to employees that summarizes annual wages and taxes withheld. It is essential for filing your income tax return and helps ensure proper tax reporting.

    *This content is intended for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied upo...

  • Joint Vs. Separate Tax Filing For Couples (Highlight)

    Married couples can choose to file jointly or separately, depending on their financial situation.

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  • Navigating The US Tax System (6 Min Read)

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  • Understanding Taxes & Tax Planning

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