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Five guys committed a $13 million tax fraud. Here’s how much prison time they’ll do

Miami-Dade residents Jamal Dyer, Jorge Osorio-Rodriguez, Tramaine Sealy, Jonathan Edwards and Daniel Murias each have been sentenced to do federal prison time after pleading guilty to a $13 million tax fraud

What Happened To The 9-Year-Old Smoking In Mary Ellen Mark's Photo?

The photographer, who died last month, has a famous portfolio of arresting images. Among them is a shot of two children in 1990. Amanda thought the photo shoot would change her life. It did not.

Never Do These Things While on a Cruise Vacation

Cruising is one of the most enjoyable and luxurious ways to travel. However, if you’re a cruising novice, it’s prudent to do your research and make sure you’re well-prepared. There are a few pitfalls that newbie passengers commonly engage in. Avoid doing these things and you’ll have a safer and more enjoyable cruise. Pick the Wrong Travel Companion On a cruise, you’ll be in close quarters and spending a lot of time with your travel companion(s). Cruises are most fun with someone who’s…

7 Things You Won’t See on Cruises Anymore

Now that the world is slowly turning back to normal, cruise lines have also started planning their comeback—but they will look different than they did before.

3 Tips for Taking Photos of Flowers

Flowers are everywhere, and sometimes just the thought of going out to take pictures of their pretty petals can seem downright cliché, because so many people do it. However, one reason flower photography is so popular is because these kinds of pictures can capture incredible beauty, without a great deal of effort. It’s fun to go outside …

A guide to tipping when on vacation

Tipping at a local restaurant is easy. But what about tipping on vacation? The rules may differ depending on where you go. Follow these tip suggestions.

Why that hotel safe isn’t as secure as you think it is

With the right tools and know how, most hotel safes are pretty easy to crack.

Tax Court: Attorney Can't Write Off Travel Costs for Books She Wrote

The Tax Court agreed with the Internal Revenue Service in disallowing an attorney’s attempt to write off her family’s travel costs as an expense for some books she wrote.

Travel Nursing Tax Homes: What Are They and Should You Have One?

Doing your taxes is probably not your favorite activity. Here’s all you need to know about tax homes, why they’re important, and if they’re worth it.

List of Common Expenses and Tax Deductions for Cleaners and Maid Services

Tax strategies for self-employed professional cleaners and maids. File claims for business expenses and to lower your taxes.

Traveling abroad? Check health coverage off your to-do list first!

If you’re planning a vacation abroad, you already know that there’s a lot to do before you leave. There are suitcases to pack, an itinerary to plan, and perhaps a passport to renew. We want you to …

Avoid These 5 Travel Nursing Tax Mistakes

As a travel nurse, basic tax education can go a long way. Here are 5 common mistakes travel nurses make that can mean big losses come tax season.

8 Small Business Tax Tips for Your Side Hustle

If you're moonlighting as a freelancer or running your own small business on the side, these eight must-know tax tips are for you.

Places to Travel on Your Tax Refund

It’s that season again. Yes, tax time. Is Uncle Sam sending you a check this year? If you’re getting money back, don’t sock it away for a rainy…

How to Plan a Multigenerational Trip Where Everyone Feels Safe

How Business Travel Tax Deductions Work

Does the business travel tax deduction have you mystified? You're not alone -- it's one of the most complex deductions around.