Financial experts say put your tax refund to good use in paying off high interest debt
Austin Carter reports this could include credit cards, student loans, or auto loans.
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Austin Carter reports this could include credit cards, student loans, or auto loans.
Tax expert Stephanie Davila said they are down by about 13 percent.
Taxpayers saw their tax refunds shrink last year due to the expiration of pandemic benefits. But some people may get a boost in 2024.
About 1.5 million Americans have until July 17 to get the unclaimed refunds, the tax agency says.
Tax experts and the IRS itself have warned about smaller refund checks this year due to expiring pandemic aid.
The IRS says it typically issues refunds within 21 calendar days of accepting your tax return
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
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If you live in South Florida, chances are you or someone you know has been a victim of identity theft. Florida leads the nation in tax identity theft, where the crooks steal your tax refund. CBS4's David Sutta has details of a new free program that will keep your identity safe.
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Low-income taxpayers who don't have bank accounts will be able to get their tax refunds on prepaid debit cards supplied by the government, the Treasury Department announced Thursday.
Homeowners in one South Florida city are getting an early holiday gift. Tuesday night, the Town of Miami Lakes approved a $75 tax refund for homeowners.
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Jim keeps the theme of the week going with longtime political reporter Marc Caputo.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
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A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
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