updates
Can adult child collect parents Social Security?
Within a family, a child can receive up to half of the parent’s full retirement or disability benefits. If a child receives survivors benefits, they can g...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
general
What is student loan interest paid?
Student loan interest is interest you paid during the year on a qualified student loan. It includes both required and voluntarily pre-paid interest paymen...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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Are labor board settlements taxable?
Because the entire settlement — including attorneys’ fees — will generally be income to the claimant, the full amount must be reported as paid to the clai...
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Is Alaska good for retirement?
Alaska is very tax-friendly for retirees. In fact, it’s tax-friendly for everyone. There is no state income tax in Alaska. In some municipalities, however...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
general
Is a legal process to adopt a child?
Prospective parents must register at a licensed adoption placement agency with the entire required document. Then the worker from the agency will approach...
Aug 02, 2026 • 0 READS
general
Can a husband and wife file as MFJ?
Even if one spouse has income and the other does not still a husband and wife can file their filing status as MFJ. When married filing jointly tax return ...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
updates
Can I use a credit card for closing costs on a house?
So, the answer is yes, as long as you have assets to cover the amount you put on the credit card or have a low enough Debt to Income Ratio, so that adding...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
updates
Can I claim my ex mother in law as a dependent?
So, it would appear you may file as Head of Household, assuming your mother-in-law meets all the other tests to be a “qualifying relative,” and as long as...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
news
How to match a roommate with a disability?
All of the roommates have some type of physical or developmental disability including autism. They are matched in two- or three-person housing arrangement...
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updates
When do I need to fill in my tax return?
People and businesses with other income must report it in a tax return. If you need to send one, you fill it in after the end of the tax year (5 April) it...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
