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Starting a side hustle is a great way to bring in some extra income, but it is not tax free.  Katherine Pomerantz from BookKeepingArtist.com popped by to share some great tips to help you get your side hustle tax situation in order.

1. Don't Stress

2. Get an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS so that you don't have to give out your Social Security Number

3. Open a separate bank account just for your side hustle income and expenses

4. Track your hours worked. This may help you deduct portions of your household expenses such as internet and phone service

5. Make sure you have the correct licenses and permits for your side hustle

If you need additional help Katherine is available for private Strategy Sessions at BookKeepingArtist.com

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Have you filed your taxes yet? The April 17th tax filing deadline is quickly approaching and just because you think you shouldn't file isn't a good excuse to let this day pass you by.  

Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves "popped" by to share some last minute tax tips and a few reasons why you should file a tax return even if you think you aren't entitled to a refund.

Visit SaveYourRefund.com and AmericaSaves.org for more amazing resources to help you increase your savings.

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For more information on the VITA program and other free tax preparation resources, listen to Episode 041 with resident tax expert and friend of the show Megan Brinsfield.  Megan is the Director of Financial Planning for Motley Fool Wealth Management and self proclaimed Tax Nerd!

This past March I partnered with America Saves for America Saves Week.  Each day during this week I put out a special episode centered around helping you save more and more effectively.

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Kevin, creator of FinancialPanther.com, is a lawyer by day, expert side hustler by night.  We sit and discuss his passion for taking on side hustles such as Wag!, Postmates and Airbnb, all while still working his full time job.

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Side Hustle Series Resource Page - PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle

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Have you ever looked at your investment account and wanted to know how your choices compare to other investors that you respect and trust?  Karl joined me at a table in the middle of the FinCon conference floor to discuss his app KINFO which helps you do just that.

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We made it to Episode 50!!!

Who would have thought 9 months ago that we would be here?  Thank you so much for sticking with me and listening.  In today's episode I reflect back on how I started Popcorn Finance, recording with two other guys in a hot sound booth and the future of Popcorn Finance.

To help me make the next 50 episodes the best they can be I've made a really short survey to find out what you would like to see in the future from Popcorn Finance.  The survey is super short and will only take a minute to complete, but it will have a huge impact on what you see down the road.

Click Here to take quick survey PopcornFinance.com/50

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Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.  

You may be wondering, what is travel hacking?  Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it.

I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started.

BaldThoughts.com/popcorn

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Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.  

You may be wondering, what is travel hacking?  Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it.

I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started.

BaldThoughts.com/popcorn

Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/48

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It can be very helpful to seek out the advice of an expert, especially when it comes to your money.  But sometimes a one size fits all solution isn't what's best for you and your financial situation.  Jen Hemphill from Her Money Matters joins me to discuss understanding your personal money needs.

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It's America Saves Week!

After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves.

Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal!

Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!

Check out PopcornFinance.com/SaveYourRefund to enter the special giveaway put on by Save Your Refund where you could win up to $10,000 just for saving a portion of your tax refund. 

Also Listen to my conversation with Bill Dwight from FamZoo.com in episode 043 as he explains the Family 401k in 5 Easy Steps PopcornFinance.com/43

If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.

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It's America Saves Week!

After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves.

Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal!

Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!

Check out PopcornFinance.com/SaveYourRefund to enter the special giveaway put on by Save Your Refund where you could win up to $10,000 just for saving a portion of your tax refund. 

If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.

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