There’s still some time to take advantage of tax deductions before the filing deadline in April 2017. Check out the tips below to make sure you reduce your tax bill come April 18.


The tax filing deadline will roll around sooner than you know it. Here are 5 things to do by New Years Eve to get a bigger tax return: http://moneyintel.com/blog?idp=48

1. Make Charitable Contributions: Donations are an easy way to get a tax deduction.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Lower your income by making retirement contributions or deferring your bonus to next year.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Use money in your FSA or you’ll lose it at the start of the new year.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Install energy efficient windows or solar panels in your home for a tax credit.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. Take a class to advance your career. You may qualify for an educational tax credit.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Read more here: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/5-things-to-do-by-new-years-eve-to-get-a-bigger-tax-return-185655740.html