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Send a textTax season is here, and if you're getting a refund, this episode is for you.Jessica and Brandon break down how to use your tax refund strategically instead of treating it like random bonus money. They unpack the “free loan to the government” debate, explain why some people intentionally aim for a large refund, and walk through practical ways to put that money to work.Inside this episode:How to think about tax refunds the right wayEmergency funds and debt payoff prioritiesPlanning for upcoming expensesWhen investing your refund makes senseHow to adjust your W-4 if you want to change your refund next yearWhy planning is something you actively do, not something you set and forgetWhether you're getting $200 or $5,000 back, the goal is simple: be intentional.Your money should have a job. This episode will help you decide what that job should be.Subscribe to The Sugar Daddy Podcast newsletter Explore The Sugar Daddy Podcast Stan Store — Downloadables, tools, and more to level up your money game together! Head over to our YouTube channel to catch this episode in full video form. Apply to be a guest on the show. You can also email us at: thesugardaddypodcast@gmail.com Connect with us on InstagramWe're most active over at @thesugardaddypodcast Chat with BrandonWant to work together? Learn more about Brandon Book a free 30-min call to see if it's a fit. Show us some love, hit subscribe, leave a five star rating, and drop a quick review! Money, relationships, and the mindset to master both. Hosted by financial advisor Brandon and his wife Jessica, The Sugar Daddy Podcast breaks down how to build wealth, unpack old money beliefs, and have real conversations about love and finances. Their mission? To help couples and individuals grow rich in every sense of the word: emotionally, relationally and fina...

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In Top of the News Stack, Greg Belfrage goes over the latest headlines including the State of the Union address Trump gave last night. During the speech Trump gave one Medal of Honor to Navy fighter pilot Royce Williams from South Dakota. He also gave the Medal of Freedom to Connor Hellebuyck, the goal tender from the USA Men's Hockey Team. Trump also talked about Trump RX, tax refunds, the Insider Trading Act, the SAVE Act, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tax refund can be more than a windfall—it can become a turning point. On this episode Steve Anzuoni breaks down how recent tax law changes may impact retirees and near retirees, then explores smarter ways to put that money to work. The conversation covers legacy planning, retirement income versus account balances, and the real difference between retirement and financial freedom. Steve explains why having a pile of money isn’t the same as having a plan—and how clarity around income, taxes, and purpose can reshape what retirement actually looks like. SCHEDULE A MEETING OR PHONE CONSULTATION TODAY! Get a Copy of Steve's Book - Tee Up Your Retirement! Social Media: Facebook I LinkedIn I Instagram I YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tax refund season brings opportunity. And for financial coaches, it also brings temptation. When a client receives a large windfall — $3,000, $7,000, even $20,000 — it's easy to get excited about the progress they could make. Debt payoff. Emergency funds. Investments. Big wins. But sometimes in that excitement, we forget to pause and ask: What do they want? In this episode, Cody and Maria unpack a subtle but important coaching lesson — one that often surfaces during tax season: Why coaches can unintentionally overstep when windfalls arrive How goal-chasing can override client ownership The importance of asking before advising Why splitting a refund may increase long-term engagement How mature coaches measure success differently This conversation isn't really about tax refunds. It's about leadership.It's about restraint.It's about remembering that great coaching helps clients make confident decisions — not just efficient ones. Because it's not about what's mathematically optimal. It's about what they're ready to own.

Tax Refunds and the Consumer Spending Boost There is encouraging news on the tax front. Tax refunds for 2026 are already running approximately $3 billion ahead of last year, reflecting a 17% increase driven in part by recent tax legislation. While that growth rate is slightly below earlier projections, it remains strong and meaningful. Historically, refund season begins to accelerate in late February and continues through May. Current data show this year's refunds are already tracking ahead of prior years, suggesting that a meaningful influx of cash into households is just beginning. Why does this matter for investors? Consumer spending is a major engine of the U.S. economy and a key contributor to corporate revenue and profit growth. With interest rates trending lower and refunds rising, more money in consumers' pockets could translate into stronger spending. Increased spending supports corporate profitability, which in turn underpins stock market performance. We are monitoring refund trends closely, as they may provide an important tailwind for economic growth and equities in the months ahead. The Supreme Court Ruling and the Future of Tariffs Tariff policy shifted dramatically following a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the administration's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEPA). While IEPA has traditionally been used for sanctions and embargoes, it had been applied in this case to implement tariffs. The Court ruled that using IEPA in this way was unconstitutional. Importantly, the decision does not eliminate the executive branch's authority to impose tariffs. Congress has granted tariff powers through other established mechanisms. In response to the ruling, the administration moved quickly to replace IEPA-based tariffs with alternative authorities, including Section 122 for a broad 15% tariff framework, as well as Sections 301 and 232 for more targeted, country- and industry-specific tariffs. Existing tariffs on industries such as steel and aluminum, as well as tariffs imposed on China beginning in 2018 under Section 301, remain in place. The ruling also raises questions about roughly $130 billion in tariffs previously collected under IEPA. Corporations are expected to pursue litigation seeking refunds, a process that could take months or even years to resolve. While companies may fight aggressively for those funds, consumers should not expect direct reimbursement for tariff-related price increases on retail goods. For markets, the key takeaway is that while the legal pathway has changed, the overall revenue expectations from tariffs are projected to remain similar. However, the structure has become more complex, and policy developments in this area will continue to warrant close attention. Earnings Growth: The Market's Lifeblood Amid political noise and policy debates, it is important to remember that corporate earnings ultimately drive market performance. With approximately 75% of companies reporting, revenue growth is coming in at roughly 8.5%, exceeding earlier expectations of 6% to 7.5%. Even more impressive is earnings growth, currently tracking around 13.5%, well above prior projections in the 7.5% to 9% range. Strong earnings help justify elevated market valuations. When companies deliver accelerating profits, investors are often willing to pay higher multiples. However, rising earnings also bring rising expectations. Current projections call for approximately 14% earnings growth in 2026 and 15% in 2027, ambitious targets that will require sustained economic strength. Markets often react not just to results, but to the gap between expectations and reality. A solid 10% earnings growth rate could disappoint if investors expected 15%. Conversely, modest expectations that are exceeded can support continued market gains. That is why we monitor both present results and forward-looking projections. 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Mike and Ryan break down the bond market signals that are starting to flash risk off: a standout 30 year Treasury auction, falling real yields, and a 2 year yield below the Fed funds rate. They map today's narrowing stock market breadth and Mag7 dispersion to the early stages of the dot com setup, then steel man the bull case with AI capex, bigger tax refunds, and potential tariff stimulus. Finally, they explain why Bitcoin may be a leading liquidity indicator for TradFi and walk through the portfolio positioning, including the heavy cash stance and what would trigger the next fat pitch.----

Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Tax season is here, budget besties—and while it might not be anyone's favorite, it is inevitable. In this episode, Shayna and Vanessa walk you through a simple, step-by-step plan for what to do with your tax refund (or what to do if you owe), so the money doesn't disappear the second it hits your account.We talk about why refunds often vanish without a plan, how “I'll pay it off when the refund comes” keeps you stuck in a behind cycle, and how to use your budget to decide what comes first. You'll learn how to choose between the three main refund options—debt, savings buckets, or a splurge—based on what your real life and your full-year budget actually need.Plus, two pro tips: what to consider if you're getting a big refund every year (hint: it may be time to revisit withholding), and how to prepare now if you owe taxes so next year doesn't feel so painful.The goal? For your tax return to feel like a bonus—not the thing holding your whole financial year together.Let's Take Our Relationship To The Next Level:1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coachingThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice.This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase.Click here to view our privacy policy.

Should you invest by following when insiders buy? It sounds like it's an easy thing. Just do what the insiders do because they obviously know the company well and if the stock were to drop in value and the insiders commit to purchasing shares, it must be a smart investment. Unfortunately, it's not that easy and there are many other factors involved. Data also shows that longer term it may not even matter. Over my 45 years of doing this, I have even seen sometimes where they borrow money from the company to actually do the purchase of the shares. With that said when they are committing their own money, does the stock do well afterwards? The Wall Street Journal did an analysis of 1,400 publicly disclosed insider purchases using S&P 500 companies. Going back to 2020, they discovered insiders at 327 companies had a total of $3.7 billion in stock trades over $100,000. Most of the purchases were completed after a decline from the previous 30 days and produced a median gain of about 2% a month later but then began to decline after that. The numbers also showed that only 15% of the purchases fully recovered from where they had fallen in the previous 30 days before the share purchase. It should also be noted that they cannot act on insider information, so if there's something major that can move the stock either up or down, they would probably go to jail if they were to act upon it. In other words, since they can't act upon insider information, they don't have much of an advantage over someone doing a good amount of research about the company.   It's not a stock market, it's a market of stocks I have often made this claim when things get crazy in the stock market. What I mean by this is you don't just have to buy the stock market and instead can look for good companies within the market. The reason this is so important to understand is because individual stocks can still do well even when the broader market struggles, especially when the market gets heavily concentrated like it is today. I often reference the tech boom and bust as an example investors should study and in times like this, I believe it is even more applicable. From the tech-stock peak on March 27th, 2000, through the end of that year, the S&P 500 fell 13.4%. It is important to remember that the S&P 500 is a market-cap weighted index, which means the larger the company the more it makes up of the index. If we instead look at the equal-weighted S&P 500, where every company has essentially the same weighting, it actually gained 10.7% from March 27th through the end of 2000. Looking at specific sectors during that period, utilities, healthcare, and consumer staples were actually up about 40% to 45%, while tech fell 51.8%. It has been nice for many investors to enjoy the easy ride in the S&P 500 for the last decade plus, but I continue to believe that over the next 10 years the returns will be much more subdued in the index than investors have become accustomed to.    Inflation report comes in better than expected The Consumer Price Index, also known as CPI, showed headline January inflation was just 2.4%. This compares to an estimate of 2.5% and last month's reading of 2.7%. Core CPI, which excludes food and energy, came in line with expectations at 2.5%, but it was also lower than December's reading of 2.6% and the smallest increase since March 2021 when it climbed by just 1.6%. Food prices put a little pressure on the headline number as they were up 2.9% compared to last year. Most of this came from food away from home where prices were up 4.0%. Food at home on the other hand only saw prices climb 2.1%. Energy prices helped the headline number as prices declined 0.1% as gasoline prices fell 7.3%. Offsetting this benefit was utility prices where electricity was up 6.3% and utility gas service was up 9.8%. Many other areas saw muted price changes, and shelter continued to add pressure to both the headline and core CPI numbers. Even though the annual rate of 3.0% was lower than December's level of 3.2%, it is still above both the headline and core numbers. As a reminder, this is a huge weight at around 34-35% of headline CPI and over 40% of core CPI. If all else remains the same and shelter declines this year, I believe we could see that 2% target achieved. I was surprised to learn the Owner's Equivalent Rent (OER), which essentially measures the rate homeowners believe they could rent their house out for, carries most of the weight at over 70% of the shelter category. In January, the OER was up 3.3% while the actual rent of primary residence category was only up 2.8%.    Financial Planning: You May Be Receiving a Larger Refund New tax rules could help many filers see larger refunds this year, with some benefits happening automatically and others requiring careful reporting. The standard deduction increased for everyone, with taxpayers aged 65 or older receiving an additional $6,000 boost. The state and local tax (SALT) cap rose from $10,000 to $40,000 for those who itemize, and the child tax credit increased by $200, from $2,000 to $2,200. These automatic changes may lower tax liability without any special reporting. However, other deductions such as those for auto loan interest, overtime pay, and tip income must be properly reported to receive the full benefit. Taxpayers should review their returns carefully to ensure all available deductions and credits are captured. If a larger refund does show up, it may be a good time to update 2026 withholding elections to increase monthly take-home pay instead of waiting all year for next year's refund.   Companies Discussed: C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW), Cushman & Wakefield Limited (CWK), QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) & PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL)

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Send a textGrowth stalls when great clients arrive and caregiver applications vanish. We tackle that crunch head-on with a practical, fast-moving playbook to recruit exceptional caregivers in a competitive market—and to keep them after day one. We start by naming the seasonal dip few talk about: tax refunds and school breaks reduce both applications and availability every spring. The fix is to prepare early and compress the entire hiring cycle, so motivated candidates choose your agency within days, not weeks.We walk through a two-day job fair strategy designed less for foot traffic and more for urgency. Promoting on job boards, social, and text lists with “interviews on site” sparks immediate requests to interview now. Pair that momentum with a text-first workflow: a short form screens deal breakers, candidates self-book interviews 24/7, and you run a thorough phone interview without forcing duplicate applications. If they're a fit, invite them to a single in-person orientation where you complete paperwork, run a quick drug screen and background check, teach core skills, and—crucially—hand them initial hours before they leave the building.You'll also get the interview frameworks and ad tactics that separate you from the crowd. We break down open-ended, behavioral, and situational questions that reveal values, reliability, and judgment. Then we show how to write caregiver ads that convert by leading with benefits, not rules: flexible schedules, earned wage access, holiday differentials, paid training, and real 24/7 support. Use our headline formula and include pay ranges to increase clicks, then refresh weekly to stay visible. Finally, plan your funnel with clear math: to hire five, target forty applicants, twenty interviews, and ten orientations.Retention ties it all together. The first 90 days make or break loyalty, so commit to weekly, human check-ins that ask about their experience and solve problems fast. Add meaningful recognition, a simple caregiver newsletter, and mentor support to build community that lasts. Subscribe, share this with an owner who needs a recruiting reset, and leave a quick review telling us which tactic you'll implement this week.Continuum Mastery Circle IntroVisit our website at https://asnhomecaremarketing.comGet Your 11 Free Home Care Marketing Guides: https://bit.ly/homecarerev

It's tax season - and many Americans are going to receive higher than expected refunds. Guess what Clark wants you to do with extra money? And what about your withholding for this year? Also today,  more clarity on Trump accounts. While the federal government is seeding these accounts with $1,000 for newborns, proceed with caution. Clark tells you how these work, who benefits, and who does not. Tax Refunds & Withholding: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Trump Accounts: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 4 Reasons Why This Is the Best Time of the Year To File Your Taxes Why You Do Not Want To Get a Big Tax Refund Check - Clark Howard Is One Medical Membership for Prime Members Better Than a Health Concierge? Direct Primary Care: A new solution for rising health care costs? Should I Use a Credit Card or Give Up My Bank Account Info To Save 2.3%? Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): What's the Difference? - Clark Howard Trump Accounts: What You Need To Know Best 529 Plans by State: How Clark Howard Picks the Top College Savings Plans Should I Contribute to a 529 Plan Only To Roll It Into a Roth IRA Later? BBB-File a Complaint 5 Best Places To Buy Pet Medicines - Clark Howard Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even with the partial government shutdown now over, the lingering impacts to employers and employees will be felt throughout 2026. The IRS is short-staffed and already communicating that there will be delays in tax refunds, which hurts finances and potentially morale and budgeting. Agentic commerce hits a snag because the payment guardrails aren't ready for bots yet, creating purchasing bottlenecks. Tariffs are still affecting supply chains, but businesses in 2026 should be redesigning their approach to offset scarcity of some key items. And consumer confidence hits a 12-year low, while other indexes are also bottoming out around labor and income conditions.  Additional Resources Meet Paychex: https://bit.ly/3VtM6bs DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

It's tax time and Americans are slated to receive a 25% increase in their tax refunds this year. But at what cost? Our government has also cut a number of social safety net programs like SNAP and Medicaid, and important departments like the Environmental Protection Agency and National Science Foundation.This week we will break down all of the ways you can maximize your tax refund in light of the many tax cuts in place for 2025, including the return of the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction.

America is great at making consumers… and even better at turning working people into trap buyers. In this powerful breakdown, Wallstreet Trapper exposes how tax refunds, lifestyle inflation, subscriptions, and emotional spending quietly keep Americans broke — no matter how much they earn. Millions of people will receive $4,000+ tax refunds this year. But here's the truth most won't tell you:

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Tax season is underway as the IRS is now accepting and processing returns for 2025. This year there are several new credits and deductions available. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains. Authorities say the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife in their home was a gang attack and a planned assassination attempt. Five people were arrested last week and charged in the shooting. Jericka Duncan reports. Singer Rosé is the first K-pop star to have a song nominated in the Grammy's main categories, including record of the year and song of the year. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" about why she's still coming to terms with her success. While speaking with "CBS Mornings" about his debut novel, "Worse Than a Lie," attorney Ben Crump addressed the federal response in Minneapolis and said ICE's actions have been an "assault on our constitution." Crump also commented on what advice he would give the families of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Peyton List, who stars in the series "School Spirits" talks to "CBS Mornings" about the show's third season, her desire for her character to get closure and performing in off-Broadway's "Heathers The Musical." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back! It's January, which means tax season is officially upon us—so today I'm sitting down with CPA Charles Harris to kick things off. We're covering the basics—who needs to file, what to know about quarterly payments, and a few key deadlines—so you can feel clear on your next step. And quick note: registration is open for our free Self-Employment Tax Crash Course webinar coming up on February 5. You can find all the details for that at musicstudiostartup.com/tax.   A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at musicstudiostartup.com/episode178   Resources MSS Entrepreneurs Hub + Mastermind MSS Studio Launch Grant Competition Music Studio Business Building 101 Business Finance for Music Teachers   MSS Tax Podcast Episodes:  162 – Business Travel and Conference Deductions for Music Teachers with Charles Harris, CPA 159 – Tax Prep Service for Music Teachers – Q&A with Charles and Andrea 158 – Charles Harris, CPA on Tax Prep Tips and FAQs for 2025   Tax-related Blog Resources:  Music Teacher Income + Tax Calculator Lowering Taxes with Business Expenses 3 Ways to Track Your Mileage for Tax Purposes 4 Music Teacher Tax Myths 7 Smart Ways to Use a Tax Refund

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Is Getting a Tax Refund a Good Thing for a Therapy Practice?Welcome back to Therapy For Your Money, and Happy New Year! I'm Julie Herres, and I know tax season brings lots of questions—especially when it comes to tax refunds. For many business owners, that refund feels like a windfall or a bonus, but is it actually a good thing for your private practice? In today's episode, we'll break down what your tax refund really means for your practice's financial health—and what you might need to adjust going forward. (Spoiler alert: it's not always as great as it sounds.)What We Cover1. Green Flags: When a tax refund is a sign that your practice's finances are on track. (Hint: it's all about small refunds!)2. Yellow Flags: Situations where a bigger refund means you missed out on cash flow you could have used all year long. We'll talk about the sneaky reasons this happens—and what to do if you notice this pattern.3. Red Flags: The danger zone! If you ever receive an unexpectedly large check from the IRS or your state, there are a few things you must check before celebrating. Julie shares common payroll pitfalls and why you need to get your accountant involved, fast.Subscribe:Catch every episode by subscribing to Therapy For Your Money on  Apple Podcasts or YouTube.Remember:Tax refunds aren't always a high-five moment for your practice. A little curiosity (and a call to your accountant) can help you spot green, yellow, or red flags and set you up for a financially healthy year ahead!Links and Resources:Money for Therapists Practice Startup - https://www.greenoakaccounting.com/startupGreenOak Accounting - www.GreenOakAccounting.comTherapy For Your Money Podcast - www.TherapyForYourMoney.comProfit First for Therapists - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.comProfit First Academy - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.com/Academy Podcast Production and Show Notes by Course Creation Studio

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The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Americans may be on the brink of the largest tax refund season in history as sweeping tax changes promise massive checks for millions of households. With refunds potentially reaching unprecedented levels, families face a pivotal moment to rethink spending, saving, and investing as new opportunities emerge in personal finance and long-term wealth building...

Our U.S. Economist Heather Berger discusses how larger tax refunds in 2026 could boost income and help support consumer balance sheets throughout the year.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley. ----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market and Happy New Year! I'm Heather Berger, from Morgan Stanley's US Economics Team. On today's episode – why U.S. consumers can expect higher tax refunds, and what that means for the overall economy. It's Friday, January 2nd, at 10am in New York.As we kick off 2026, it's not just a fresh start. It's also the time when tax refund season is right around the corner. For many of us, those refunds aren't just numbers on a page; they shape the way we budget for many everyday expenses. The timing and size of our refunds this year could make a real difference in how much we're able to save, spend, or get ahead on bills.In the wake of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, this year's tax refund season is shaping up to be bigger than usual. The new fiscal bill packed in a variety of tax cuts for consumers. It also included spending cuts to programs such as SNAP benefits and Medicaid, but most of those cuts don't pick up until later this decade. Altogether, this means that we'll likely see personal incomes and spending power get a boost in 2026.Many of the new deductions and tax credits for consumers in the bill were made retroactive to the 2025 fiscal year. These include deductions for tips and overtime, a higher child tax credit, an increased senior deduction, and a higher cap on state and local tax deductions, among others. The retroactive portion of these measures should be reflected in tax refunds early this year. Overall, we're expecting these changes to increase refunds by 15 to 20 percent on average. And different groups will benefit from different parts of the bill. For example, the higher state and local tax cap is likely to help high-income consumers the most, while deductions for tips and overtime will be most valuable to middle-income earners.Historically, U.S. consumers receive about 30 to 45 percent of tax refunds by the end of February, with then 60 to 70 percent arriving by the end of March. Because of the new tax provisions, we're anticipating a noticeable boost in personal income during the first quarter of the year. While we do also expect this legislation to encourage higher spending, it's unlikely that we'll see spending rise as sharply as income right away. According to surveys, most consumers say they use their refunds mainly for saving or paying down debt. This can lead to healthier balance sheets, which is shown by higher prepayment rates and fewer loan delinquencies during the tax refund season.When people choose to spend all or some of their tax refunds, they typically put that money toward everyday needs, travel, new clothes, or home improvements. Looking ahead, we do still see some near-term headwinds to spending, such as expected increases in inflation from tariffs and the expiration of the Affordable Care Act credits, which will most affect low-income consumers. As we progress throughout the year, though, we're anticipating steady growth in real consumer spending as the labor market stabilizes, inflation decelerates, and lagged effects of easier monetary policy flow through. On top of that, this year's larger tax refunds should give another lift to household spending.The boost to spending, along with other corporate provisions in the bill, should give the broader economy a push this year too. We expect the bill as a whole to support GDP growth in 2026.  But it then becomes a drag on growth in later years when more of the spending cuts take effect.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.

2026 is the year of the biggest tax refunds in history! In this video, I break down the new tax law changes, bigger credits, and secret deductions that could put thousands back in your pocket. Learn how to claim every dollar, why working with a pro matters, and how to build a year-round tax strategy. Drop your questions below and let's get these refunds!

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“A tax refund is a 0% loan you gave the government because you overpaid your taxes.” Tax season hype says “free money.” Jaspreet explains why refunds happen, how to stop overpaying (so more of your paycheck hits your account all year), and the smartest ways to deploy any refund so it builds assets, not someone else's profits. What You'll Learn Why refunds exist (withholding now, true tax due later) How to adjust your W-4 using the IRS Withholding Estimator so you're not lending money for free Fastest way to receive a refund (avoid delays = no missing W-2/1099s) The asset vs. liability test and why cars, watches, and vacations drain wealth A simple plan to turn refunds into long-term gains (emergency cash, then investments). Chapters 00:00 Hook: Refund ≠ free money 01:06 Why refunds happen (withholding 101) 03:22 How to stop overpaying (W-4 + IRS estimator) 06:05 Fastest way to get your refund (avoid delays) 08:10 Assets vs. liabilities (the only test that matters) 12:00 Where your refund should go (emergency fund → investing) 15:30 Put it on autopilot (ABB) 17:20 Final thoughts & resources   Keywords: tax refund 2025, IRS W-4, withholding estimator, how to stop overpaying taxes, fastest tax refund, invest tax refund, emergency fund 3–12 months, ABB always be buying, index fund ETF, assets vs liabilities, Minority Mindset #taxrefund #taxes #withholding #personalfinance #investing #MinorityMindset Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link.briefs.co/3JJ8LOT Below are my recommended tools! Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or a podcast). ---------- ➤ Invest In Stocks Passively 1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically: https://theminoritymindset.com/m1 ---------- ➤ Life Insurance 2) Policygenius - Get a free life insurance quote: https://theminoritymindset.com/policygenius ---------- ➤ Real Estate Investing Online 3) Fundrise - Invest in real estate with as little as $10! https://theminoritymindset.com/fundrise ----------

This release explains why tax refunds are bigger in 2025 for some taxpayers and why many still miss out. Corey Allison of Mastermind Tax Team breaks down overlooked strategies affecting refunds and encourages taxpayers to review their situation before filing. Mastermind Tax Group City: Fort Worth Address: 1617 Park Place Avenue Website: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1bgmhlgor3/?mibextid=wwxifr Phone: +1-945-273-0915 Email: mastermindtaxteam@gmail.com

In The Last Word, Greg Belfrage gives his final thoughts on the day's news including Kristi Noem and the Homeland Security Hearing, Benny Thompson and his misspeaking about the National Guardsman who was killed, Anti-ICE Protestors in the hearing, veteran's being deported, republicans and health savings accounts, Trump and marijuana laws, Trump and AI regulations, Tax Refunds, and more...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rod and Greg Show Rundown – Friday, December 5, 2025  4:20 pm: Congressman Blake Moore joins the show to discuss his role in helping President Trump create a program that would create $1,000 savings accounts for all U.S. children that will accrue interest into their adult years.  4:38 pm: Grover Norquist, Founder and President of Americans for Tax Reform, joins the show for a conversation about how President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill will lead to larger tax refunds in 2026.  6:05 pm: Kreg Edgmon, CEO of WeYouth, joins the show for a conversation about the dangers of AI toys for youth after talking teddy bears were temporarily pulled from store shelves after it was discovered the bears could give advice about topics from sex to the best way to light matches.  6:20 pm: Jeremy Carl, Senior Fellow at the Claremont Institute, joins the show to discuss his piece for the American Mind about how settling Afghans in the U.S. puts America last.  6:38 pm: We'll listen back to this week's conversations with Utah Senate President Stuart Adams on how the Utah Legislature plans to battle the new congressional map put in place by Judge Dianna Gibson, and (at 6:50 pm) with Jessika Harkay of The 74 on the effects of parents not reading to their kids.

Revenue has estimated that over 300,000 people are due an income tax refund which could be claimed back just before Christmas.People who filed a tax return last year got an average of €900 back into their pockets.Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, joined Matt on Wednesday's The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the chat.

Looking to get a tax refund from the IRS for tax year 2017? Here's what you need to know!Do you have unfiled tax returns that need filing? Call us at 866-8000-TAX or fill out the form at https://choicetaxrelief.com/If you want to see more…-YouTube:    / @loganallec  -Instagram: @ChoiceTaxRelief @LoganAllec -TikTok: @loganallec-Facebook: Choice Tax Relief // Logan Allec, CPA -Reddit:   / taxrelief   

Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor Irish Independent

If you were lucky enough to get a tax refund, there's a HUGE temptation to rush out and spend it - after all, it feels a bit like free money. But there are some great ways to use it that'll give you much better bang for your buck. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson go through five smart ideas for using your tax refund. ---The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.​Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government just restarted a program that seized $4 billion in tax refunds from Americans with student loans—and Anthony O'Neal reveals the 3 legal ways to protect your 2026 refund before the Treasury Offset Program takes every penny, including your child tax credits.◼️ What You'll Discover:Why 10 million Americans could wake up in default by December 2025—and never see it comingThe Treasury Offset Program loophole that lets them take your ENTIRE refund without a court orderSarah's story: How she protected her $3,200 refund and got completely out of default in 90 daysThe 7-day action plan that stops the government from touching your moneyWhy the last 3 days of every month are your secret weapon in loan negotiationsThe credit repair strategy that removes defaults AND boosts your score 60-100 pointsABOUT ANTHONY ONEAL:Anthony O'Neal is a nationally bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Table with Anthony O'Neal. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance & Banking and is a professor of Consumer Economics at Virginia Union University. Since 2014, he's helped millions of people get out of debt, build wealth, and break generational poverty. His mission is to help you maximize your income, eliminate debt, and create a life of freedom and legacy.

The Minnesota Department of Revenue is warning Minnesotans NOT to engage with text messages claiming to provide tax refunds. Work was paused today on road construction projects across the state... after two workers died in separate incidents in construction zones last week. MnDOT says the first-ever statewide safety stand-down was held in part to honor the lives lost. It also was a chance for workers to have discussions and share their experiences in an effort to recommit to and improve work zone safety.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Millions of taxpayers used to getting paper checks from the Treasury Department will soon have to find another way to get their money as the agency phases out paper refunds. The Treasury will send its final tax refund on a paper check by October, if it stays the course set by President Donald Trump's March 25 order to transition fully to electronic payments. Tax observers fear that the change could leave low-income or unbanked taxpayers confused or without refunds. The abrupt switch to direct deposit for all tax refunds also could catch less-obvious taxpayers by surprise. Real estate trusts can't submit banking information on current tax forms unless they are expecting a refund of over $1 million, meaning smaller trusts can't tell the IRS where to send a direct deposit. Banks also hesitate to service high-risk small businesses—like those in the marijuana industry—leaving them without a means to receive a direct deposit. In this episode of Talking Tax, Cheri Freeh, chair of the committee responsible for policy advocacy for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, breaks down these changes and tells taxpayers how to get ahead of them. Do you have feedback on this episode of Talking Tax? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Morgan and Lunchbox answer listener questions! Listener shout outs to start, then Lunchbox answers questions about the hate he gets online, Morgan babysitting his kids, his Mt. Rushmore of cringe moments, and The Challenge. Then they get into his current side businesses, tax refunds, books he’s read lately, and if he will ever have a line of sweatshirts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the crew is on vacation, we revisit this classic from 2019 where we discuss what bourbon we would purchase with a. $300 tax refund. TBD music is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com).   Important Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Our Events Page: bourbonpalooza.com Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. The ABV Barrel Shop: abvbarrelshop.com   Join the revolution by adding #ABVNetworkCrew to your profile on social media.