Seems simple, right? You started working from home so why not claim a tax break for your own home office?It's not that easy, according to Kiplinger. Business-related expenses are different than the home office deduction, and the Internal Revenue Service has very specific rules for filers who wish to take advantage of these deductions. A full-time employee (those who … [Read more...] about Home office deduction: Remote workers won’t be able to claim this deduction
Home prices up on surging demand
The housing market is booming and experts predict further growth in 2021 and continued record home price increases.According to Forbes, surging buyer demand, lagging supply, the ongoing economic recovery and low mortgage interest rates will continue to push home prices higher. Danielle Hale, chief economist for realtor.com, notes that price growth will likely slow during 2021 … [Read more...] about Home prices up on surging demand
Alternative uses for hand sanitizer
Got buckets of hand sanitizer around? Youíre not alone. And while itís useful to have around, most of us (thankfully) donít need our 2020 supply levels.But what can we do with it aside from sanitizing our hands? Here are some ideas from around the internet:* Clean your glasses.* Start a fire. A disaster survival website says you can dab a small amount on your kindling or … [Read more...] about Alternative uses for hand sanitizer
Muscle aches? Arthritis? Try this new topical pain reliever
The FDA has approved a new over-the-counter topical gel for pain in muscles from arthritis or muscle aches and sprains.Sold as Voltaren Arthritis Pain, the gel is a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called diclofenac.The American College of Physicians and the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend this topical NSAID as an early pain … [Read more...] about Muscle aches? Arthritis? Try this new topical pain reliever
Heart-healthy roasted butternut squash with red onion and tahini sauce
This heart-healthy, vegetarian-friendly recipe, adapted from Jerusalem, by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi, features roasted butternut squash, which is naturally rich in potassium to help regulate blood pressure. Butternut squash is also high in insoluble fiber, which helps control blood sugar and promote fullness. Tahini-based sauce, made from sesame seeds, is rich in … [Read more...] about Heart-healthy roasted butternut squash with red onion and tahini sauce