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The Top Ten Best and Worst Things to Spend Your Tax Return On

5/1/2020

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It's tempting to use your tax return to buy something fun and exciting. It's also such a relief when those funds show up in your bank account. But, in a world that is very unsure and uneasy, it might be time to think practically when it comes to your tax return this year! 

Hello Goose Creek! How are you? We hope you and your family are doing well, and we hope you know we miss you! Know that through everything we are here for you, and if there is anything we can do to help you, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! It was a much different April than any of us expected or could have imagined. Tax day came and went without much attention. For the first time since 1955, when April 15th officially became tax day, we didn't have to pay our taxes on that day. It was also the first time since 1955 that tax day was moved, this time to July 15th. It was very strange for us, of course. But, we know that for many families in Goose Creek, this might have been a huge relief! Did this help you and your family? If you still haven't paid your taxes, you do have time to do so. But, we do recommend that you do so as quickly as you can. This way you can receive your tax return quicker and possibly your stimulus check too if you haven't already! 

Regardless, for every accounting service in Goose Creek and tax preparation in Goose Creek, this was a very strange April. Thankfully there are still plenty of great things to look forward to on the horizon. One of those great things being the appearance of our tax returns in our bank accounts or mailboxes. For many families, the appearance of this money comes with a lot of relief, bills being paid, and sometimes something very fun for the whole family. But, as we mentioned before, this April and the whole of 2020 has created quite a different dynamic for our everyday lives. As much as we love surprising the family with a new TV, A new car, or a family vacation, now might be the time to look at your tax return in ways you never have before. Being the best tax preparation service in Goose Creek, we wanted to share some of the best and worst ways you can spend your tax return. By doing so, we hope to help bring awareness to what is important right now, and what isn't. Please note, we are a family company. We love our town and want each of you to rise to the best of your abilities. We respect the freedom of your decisions but want to help you through these difficult times as best we can. 

WHAT NOT TO SPEND YOUR RETURN ON! 
  • The stock market has been tumultuous these past few months. Some view this as a great sign, while others are avoiding it like the plague. The market as a whole has been in a very unique and interesting flux. Some are calling this a buyers market and pressing people to buy now. Your tax return might be burning a hole in your pocket right now while you're sitting at home, but your tax return is not what you should be using to make a quick and hasty investment. Always make sure you research the investments you want to make and how to properly do so. Making a poor investment can lead to losing your whole tax return, and then some. 
  • The decision to not spend your tax return and just let it sit in your bank account might seem like a wise decision right now. But let us convince you otherwise. Just letting it sit there can tempt you to spend it on all kinds of fun or unneeded items, helping it disappear before you know it. Delegate where your tax return is the most useful to your budget and your needs right now. Put some in your savings, get ahead on your bills, bulk up your emergency fund, and plan out your grocery trips based on this money. This way you're using your refund where you need it right now, and don't wind up in an even more difficult position than before. 
  • One of the most obvious things not to spend your return on right now, and one that we've been hinting at, is a big splurge or big-ticket item. Think about it, most of these items or trips can't be enjoyed or used right now. A new car, unless it is needed, can add on a very expensive insurance policy you can't afford right now. Also, tax returns, just like a normal paycheck, don't last forever. As much as differing bills and payments have been helping right now, those bills aren't going away forever. Neither are your grocery bills, utilities, expenses, and gas expenses. A splurge can be very exciting for a short period, but it doesn't last forever. 
  • We are online more and more every day for work, school, and play. Some of us are looking for a way to supplement lost income, get a new job, or ease our boredom. The world might have shut down, but there are still so many get rich quick scams out there waiting to pounce on you and your tax return, promising to double your money overnight. If it sounds too good to be true, it is. Avoid buying into these companies regularly, but avoid them now even more in particular. 
  • Expanding on the idea of those 'get rich quick' ideas, avoid gambling online or other pay to play games online. It might be a fun and exciting thing to do while we're all at home, but it's just as easy to lose it all from the comfort of your living room as it would be in Las Vegas. Also, avoid spending your return on scratch-off lotto tickets and the state lottery in general. 

WHAT TO SPEND YOUR RETURN ON!
  • Buy groceries and other essential items. Hoarding these items is not helpful or necessary right now. But, buying a larger quantity of groceries and important household items than you normally would can help limit the number of trips you're making outside of your home. This can help keep you and your family members healthier and safer. 
  • Catch up on your bills and try and pay ahead. Like we mentioned above, these funds won't last forever, while your bills will. Help yourself by getting ahead as much as you can, and stay prepared. 
  • Like we have mentioned in our past few blogs, keeping up with paying into your retirement fund and leaving it alone right now is very important. If you haven't been able to do so because of the change in your financial situation, take the opportunity to do so now! 
  • Everything is so unknown right now, the job market is very unsteady, and hurricane season is right around the corner. Using this money to bulk up your emergency fund can help you make it through these unknown times now, and once hurricane season shows it's ugly face. 
  • Now is a great time to invest in yourself and your home. Thanks to online education, you can still sign up to finally finish your degree or start the new degree you've been dreaming of. We also offer Quickbooks training and services, which is a great investment for your personal and small business finances. Thanks to online shopping, you can still order those appliances you've been needing to replace or those materials you need to finish up all of your home makeover projects. It is also the perfect time to support local companies! Hire small companies to do all those repairs you've wanted that are just beyond your skill sets. Support local businesses of all kinds if you can, you're investing in your community and helping it stay strong and united. 

Money can be a difficult and tricky topic, but it doesn't have to be. We hope these tips help you and your family through this difficult time. Remember if you are looking for the best accounting services in Goose Creek, the best tax preparation in Goose Creek, business consulting in Goose Creek, bookkeeping in Goose Creek, or payroll services in Goose Creek, we are here for you! Our phone lines and inboxes are waiting for you. Don't hesitate! Please stay safe, everyone. We will see you soon! 


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