Author: Juliet
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Understanding the Impact of Tip Credit Versus $17.95: What Employers in D.C. Must Cover When the Difference Is Zero
In the District of Columbia, restaurateurs and hospitality employers navigate complex wage laws that balance federal and local regulations concerning tipped employees. A recent focus has been on the interplay between the…
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IRS Penalties 2026: Avoiding a $485 Fine as Late-File Penalties Increase
IRS Penalties Increase in 2026: What Taxpayers Need to Know to Avoid a $485 Fine As the 2026 tax season approaches, taxpayers should prepare for notable changes in IRS penalty policies, particularly…
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Higher-Income Retirees Aged 65+ Could Save Over $2,000 with $23,750 Deduction
Higher-Income Retirees Aged 65+ Could Save Over $2,000 with $23,750 Deduction Retirees aged 65 and older with higher incomes may find significant tax savings through the newly increased standard deduction, which now…
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DC Dining Surcharges Increase Checks by Over $20: How Wage Regulations Impact Your Bill
DC Dining Surcharges Climb, Adding Over $20 to Average Checks as Wage Laws Shift Restaurant Economics Recent changes in Washington, D.C.’s labor regulations have led to noticeable increases in restaurant bills across…
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SNAP Work Rules Toughen: Could Losing $546 Be the Cost of 80 Hours Monthly?
SNAP Work Rules Toughen: Could Losing $546 Be the Cost of 80 Hours Monthly? Recent changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements are prompting concern among recipients about the potential…
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WIC Enrollment Shortfall Leaves Half of Eligible Families Unregistered, Missing Out on $312 to $936 Annually in Produce Benefits
Half of Eligible Families Miss Out on WIC Produce Benefits Due to Enrollment Gaps Despite widespread awareness of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program’s crucial role in supporting low-income families, recent…
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New Law Allocates Seventy Billion Dollars for Enforcement and Sixty Billion Dollars for Defense—How Your Tax Dollars Are Spent
New Federal Funding Initiative Allocates $130 Billion for Enforcement and Defense: What It Means for Taxpayers A recent legislative package has set aside a significant $130 billion to bolster national security and…
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Preparing for the 2025 Filing Season: Maximize Your Savings with a $30,000 Married Deduction and a $1,000 Saver’s Credit Potentially Reducing Taxes by $1,300
Strategic Planning for the 2025 Filing Season: Unlocking Savings with the Married Filing Jointly Deduction and Saver’s Credit As taxpayers prepare for the 2025 tax season, understanding how to maximize deductions and…
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Telehealth Funding Crisis: Millions of Seniors Could Face Hundreds of Dollars in Monthly Costs if Support Ends
Telehealth Funding Crisis Puts Millions of Seniors at Financial Risk As federal support for telehealth services faces potential reductions or expiration, millions of older Americans may soon encounter significant out-of-pocket costs for…
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Rising Medical Bills? Medicaid Policy Changes May Increase Family Out-of-Pocket Costs by Over $5,000 Annually
Medicaid Policy Shifts Could Elevate Family Healthcare Expenses by Over $5,000 Annually Recent modifications to Medicaid eligibility and cost-sharing policies are poised to significantly increase the financial burden on many American families.…
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