April 15th is only a few weeks away and that means it’s time to talk about taxes. As a veteran, there are several tax benefits of which you can take advantage. When filing your annual tax return, it’s important to understand what tax deductions you qualify for. Here are a few tax benefits for veterans that you should explore. First, you need to determine whether or not you’re eligible for tax benefits for veterans. To qualify, you must have served at least 24 consecutive months in the armed … [Read more...]
Are you maximizing all the tax benefits available to you as a homeowner?
Staying up-to-date on the latest tax rules is a smart move if you're interested in keeping more money in your pocket, but with the recent changes from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, you might be a little fuzzy on exactly which credits and deductions you can take advantage of. Whether you're a long-time homeowner or just bought your very first home, it helps to have a refresher. Let's brush up on some of the key tax perks of home ownership, so you can make the most of your benefits this tax … [Read more...]
Pets for Vets makes ‘lifetime match’ for Veterans
There’s no better relationship than the one between man and dog and one veteran nonprofit understands that better than most. Pets for Vets, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, pairs rescue dogs with veterans in search of a service dog or companion. Founded by animal trainer Clarissa Black in 2009, Pets for Vets aims to improve the lives of both dogs and veterans by creating a “lifetime match.” “Our goal is to give back to the brave servicemen and women who have given everything to our country, … [Read more...]
Feel Good News: Hundreds of Veterans Attend WWI Vets Funeral
Hundreds of veterans and community supporters attended the funeral of a 97-year-old World War II veteran after learning he had no surviving family members to attend. James McCue, who died on Feb. 7 at a health care center in Massachusetts, was an Army veteran who served during World War II. According to his obituary, McCue was predeceased by his wife and has no other living relatives. The obituary, which quickly went viral on social media, encouraged community members to attend the … [Read more...]
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