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Spring is around the corner, and that means it is tax season. As a travel healthcare professional, your taxes can be a little more tricky than the average person’s. We have put together some tips to help you prepare your taxes this year and for years to come. Also, don’t miss the great Valentine’s Day-inspired healthy recipe at the end of this article!
TAX SEASON – TIPS TO PREPARE
With tax season just around the corner, here are quick tips to simplify filing as a traveling clinician!
📍 Track Work Locations: Log where you worked and the dates to manage multi-state tax filings.
🗂️ Keep Records: Save pay stubs, receipts for housing, travel, meals, licenses, and certifications. Use apps to stay organized.
🏠 Know Your Tax Home: Your main residence or work location determines eligibility for tax-free reimbursements.
🍴 Claim Per Diem: Deduct meals and lodging costs if not reimbursed, using IRS per diem rates.
🩺 Deduct Work Expenses: Include travel, uniforms, medical supplies, and association fees (if eligible).
🗺️ Plan for Multi-State Taxes: File returns in the states you worked and check for credits for taxes paid elsewhere.
💰 Set Aside Tax Money: 1099 contractors, save 25-30% of income and make quarterly payments.
✅ Use Tax-Free Reimbursements: Ensure housing and travel reimbursements follow IRS guidelines to stay untaxed.
📊 Hire a Specialist: Work with a CPA familiar with traveling healthcare professionals.
🕒 Stay on Schedule: File federal and state taxes by April 15th unless extensions apply.
Stay organized this tax season to save money and avoid stress!
Valentine’s Inspired Recipe:
With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, we thought a healthy Valentine’s-themed recipe would help get you in the mood to celebrate; whether you have a Valentine or are solo, you won’t be disappointed by this recipe.
HEART-SHAPED CAPRESE SALAD
Ingredients: 🍅🧀🌿
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- Fresh mozzarella (log or large balls)
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- •Optional: Heart-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions: 🍴✨
- Prepare the Tomatoes and Mozzarella:
- Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into even slices about ¼ inch thick.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes from the tomato and mozzarella slices (optional for extra Valentine’s flair).
- Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter, alternating between them.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices for a pop of green.
- Dress the Salad:
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and olive oil over the salad.
- Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Serve:
- Garnish with a few extra basil leaves or edible flowers for decoration.
- Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish.
This dish is vibrant, fresh, and perfect for celebrating love while keeping things healthy! ❤️
We hope these tax season tips were helpful. Do you have any other tax season tips to share with your fellow travel healthcare professionals? Comment them below! Also, if you try the recipe, we want to know what you thought about it. Comment below as well.
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