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How Should I Spend My Tax Refund?

After you file your taxes, you may receive a big tax return in the mail or through direct deposit. For some, that may raise some questions. How should I spend my tax refund? How much of it should I save? Here are some recommended ways to use your tax return.

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Pay off Necessities

Are you financially struggling this month? The first thing that should be addressed are your basic necessities. This includes any rent, mortgage, food, electricity, water, and phone bills you may have fallen behind on. By taking care of this debt, you will rest easy knowing that you and your family are taken care of. Remember, necessities do not include any wants like game consoles and vacations.

Put Some in Savings or in an Emergency Fund

Knowing you have a safety net if something unexpected happens will surely reduce your financial stress. If you don’t already have an emergency fund, it’s a good idea to start one. Afterall, you never know when you’ll need car repairs, end up in the hospital, or even lose your job.

If you have an emergency fund and it’s looking healthy, consider putting some of your tax return into your savings account or towards retirement. The more you contribute to these accounts early on, the better off you’ll be later.

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Use as a Down Payment for a Different Car

One of the best times of the year to purchase a vehicle is tax season. Why is this? Saving for a down payment for a vehicle is a stressful and time-consuming task for many car buyers. Many shoppers will consider their tax return as their down payment. Therefore, all that’s left is budgeting for the monthly payments.

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