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Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™

I'm a Financial Planner: This Is Why Your 2025 Tax Bill Shocked You (Plus, 5 Tips to Keep This Year's Taxes Under Control)

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If you felt shocked when you filed your taxes this year, you're not alone.

In the months leading up to April 15, the promise of a higher tax refund was splashed all over the media. However, many Americans found themselves writing a check instead. It's frustrating, confusing and, honestly, it might feel like the rules changed overnight.

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