TAXES

Taxes: The Marshall Art of the only thing more certain than death, and hopefully less painful! Ah, taxes, the necessary evil of being a functioning adult. They are like the ticket you pay to be part of society. Every time you earn money, buy something, or even think about owning a home, Uncle Sam (and his cousins in state and local government) will want a cut. Tax topics include finding deductibles in preparing your tax return, tax implications on a gift, differences between federal, state, and local taxes, and tax implications when selling a house, to name a few. The big takeaway? Taxes might seem like a confusing maze of paperwork, deductions, and fees, but once you understand the basics, it’s more like a game you can actually win. So don’t fear the tax season. Just arm yourself with knowledge, and remember, you don’t have to do it alone.