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Whether you receive more or less, make a run at resist the temptation to spend it.
As forwhich option to choose, heres what the experts say.
you’ve got the option to spend your refund on a new trade.
These accounts offer many benefits, but it depends on the account pop in.
Note that retirement accounts have annual contribution limits.
If you receive a $3,000 tax refund, thats nearly half.
Investing your tax refund is always a wise idea, said Adams.
you’re free to also split your tax refund.
Your Home
Are you selling your property?
Sometimes, even making a few cosmetic updates can increase the property value.
With a tax refund, you could refresh your home and get higher bids.
Say you spend your refund on replacing your garage door.
The average recouped cost is over 190%, according to Remodelings2024 Cost vs. Value Report.
Stocks
In the past 10 years, the average stock market return has been 10.8%.
Investing your tax refund in stocks could lead to some high returns.
For example, say you invest the full $3,000 refund into the stock market today.
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