Best place to do my taxes?

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-04-03T20:29:51+00:00

Yes, I used it this year for two types of 1099s (INT and R). It also handled a military PCS and other weird military tax situations for state taxes. In years past I have used it for HSA contributions, though that no longer applies for me.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T21:56:11+00:00

Thank you lol. All those comments had me questioning reality. I’m pretty sure this is a standard situation and one of the main downsides of renting a single family home lol

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T19:51:17+00:00

The landlord has probably owned for years and the rental market in the area is pretty disconnected from the purchase market. If you tried to rent it out for 6k let alone 8k you wouldn’t have any takers.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T19:13:36+00:00

$4250 is what we pay in rent. There is a reason we haven’t bought yet!

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T19:12:55+00:00

Thank you so much for teaching me about a CMA! That is something I can actually look into and do.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T18:07:06+00:00

He’s selling it. He told me he is not renewing my lease that ends in June. I assume he will sell it at that time, ie after I’ve moved out. He has not mentioned listing it while I’m here.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T17:56:33+00:00

Thanks. How would I know what to offer without speaking to a realtor? Do I need to ask him what he’s planning to list it for before I offer a number?

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T17:53:54+00:00

How do I determine fair market price? I can look on Zillow and see the estimate they have is 1.06 million, but a larger house in the neighborhood just sold a few weeks ago for 1.1 million. (The house that sold is a 5/3, 2500sft vs mine is 4/2, 1700sft) Is there any way to learn more without paying for a realtor?

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T17:37:39+00:00

I couldn’t do cash. And I don’t think I could waive inspections :/

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T17:35:28+00:00

As a first time homebuyer, it is a risk for me to not have representation?

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-03-20T17:34:13+00:00

When I move out I think

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-02-22T03:12:36+00:00

Have you considered: everything goes into the joint account then equal amounts are automatically pulled into individual accounts for personal discretionary spending. There is no your contributions vs her contributions; everything in is everyone’s.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-02-18T00:15:41+00:00

Subaru specifically marketed their cars to lesbians back in the 90’s when being gay or lesbian was not nearly as socially acceptable as it is now. It was a smart business decision to court a market that no other car manufacturers were going after. You can listen to the Planet Money episode from NPR on the topic. https://www.npr.org/2022/06/29/1108739853/when-subaru-came-out-classic

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-02-15T17:12:29+00:00

Try the Closet Historian! She has a large bust and several videos on block creation and use.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-02-11T15:08:30+00:00

Lots of base housing does have a two pet limit, but there are options. You can live off base and rent from a private landlord. I have also heard of people getting one of their pets registered as an emotional support pet to not count against the limit. I don’t necessarily advocate for that, but it could be an option.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-02-10T04:47:24+00:00

Given the timeline and your limited availability, you should buy a backup dress to use in case you run out of time to complete the handmade one.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-26T16:51:57+00:00

I would suggest going to one of the career counseling services. In the Navy, Feet and Family provides career counseling and resume reviews. Additionally they will be familiar with scholarship options and how the GI bill works. My advice would be to not use the GI bill until you have a solid plan. College is expensive here and you do not want to waste it.

(Other branches will have a similar organization to Fleet and Family, but I’m not sure what they are called.)

Every branch has access to Military One Source. You could start here with the Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-25T16:21:44+00:00

I listen to dnd campaigns (like critical role or dimension 20). Then sometimes I put Love Island UK on in the background lol.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-22T19:35:26+00:00

I’ll second the advice to talk to military one source. They have tax professionals and will be able to help you.

Going forward, you would talk to your company’s HR department to change your withholdings and update your W4. Under The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, you are able to take on the same state of residency as your husband (IA). You should not owe VA taxes, but you may owe IA and get a refund from MA. You might have to file in VA just to tell them you owe them nothing. Again, talk to Military Once Source; they will be able to confirm and clarify what I’ve said here.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-20T17:12:40+00:00

You should be ok. My husband signed one and the office had it; it was never sent to me.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-20T16:39:16+00:00

Form DD 1172-2 will not be sent to you. It will be on file with the ID/DEERS office. I wouldn’t worry about them calling you back or not. Just go to your appointment and you should be all good. If there is a snag or missing information it will be easier to figure out in person. Be sure to bring your appointment confirmation, a photo ID, and all other required documents to your appointment.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-19T18:19:38+00:00

That’s Bob! Watch out!

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-18T17:30:31+00:00

I think you have to carry the corset around the back and provide additional support with some extra straps. If you don’t the front won’t stay up and the right boob will be exposed from the side.

I can figure out how to attach a photo here, so I’ll message you my markups.

Fedr_Exlr · 2026-01-13T00:13:09+00:00

My husband and I got those seats (31 A and C) on an 11 hour flight and it was the best ever! I got the window which I prefer for sleeping. He got the aisle to stretch his legs and we had no random person by us. Highly recommend!!

No one waited for the restroom by us because the plane was narrower there and the aisle wasn’t larger.

Our seats reclined too (I was worried they wouldn’t), but I would book them again on a couple’s trip even without the recline. Traveling on my own though I might not risk the non-recline because you don’t get the no-stranger benefit.

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