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With the November 3rd deadline for 2024 tax returns fast approaching, Dr. Friday is in the studio to tackle some of the most pressing tax questions. In this…
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On this rainy Saturday, Dr. Friday jumps right into critical tax information, starting with an urgent reminder about the upcoming September 15th deadline for S-Corps, Partnerships, and LLCs,…
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August 2, 2025
She’s not a medical doctor, but she can cure your financial woes! On this episode, Dr. Friday dives into the most pressing tax topics for today. With the…
#Overtime And Tip Deductions#Retirement Tax Planning#Business Recordkeeping#Offer In Compromise
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July 19, 2025
On this episode of the Dr. Friday Show, the doctor is in to dissect the massive new tax law, the "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB). Have you heard…
#Social Security Taxation#Overtime And Tip Deductions#IRS Debt Resolution#Estimated Tax Payments
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July 5, 2025
The doctor is in, and she's unpacking the "one big, beautiful bill" that was just signed into law. On this episode, Dr. Friday gives her first take on…
#Beneficial Ownership Reporting#IRS Debt Resolution#Estimated Tax Payments#Senior Tax Deduction
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