Beyond the Blackboard: Teachers & Taxes | Teaching Tax Flow Ep. 133

Join Chris Picciurro, CPA, and John Tripolsky as they break down essential tax strategies specifically for educators. Discover five game-changing tax benefits that every teacher should know about, from classroom expense deductions to retirement planning strategies.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• Educator Expense Deduction: Up to $300 ($600 for married teaching couples) for classroom supplies
• Student Loan Interest Deduction: Maximum $2,500 annual deduction
• Lifetime Learning Credit: Up to $2,000 for continuing education
• Roth Contribution Strategies for Early-Career Teachers
• HSA Benefits: The "stealth retirement account" educators should consider

EPISODE BREAKDOWN:
- Special Tax Benefits for Teachers
- Early Career Financial Planning
- Retirement Account Strategies
- Healthcare Savings Opportunities
- Education Credits & Deductions

RESOURCES:
• Visit teachingtaxflow.com for more tax insights
• Join the Defeating Taxes Facebook Group
• Teaching Tax Flow Hub

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• (11:11) - Tax Deductions and Credits for Teachers
• (19:08) - Tax Strategies and Financial Advice for Teachers