02/13/2023
5 Travel Nurse Tax Tips
1. Track Expenses
Most handheld mobile devices offer apps that help you keep track of daily expenses. You can also use a good old-fashioned pencil and paper or a pocket-sized ledger book. Clear records will enable you to easily match expenses with receipts, helping you file accurately.
2. Keep Receipts
Save all receipts for dining, uniforms, fuel, utilities, and other expenses related to travel nursing. In short, save every receipt for every exemption you plan to claim. Either scan these receipts electronically or store them in a file folder (or shoebox!) for safekeeping. If you’re subject to an audit, you’ll need your receipts. Again, check the apps available for your smartphone - many of them offer features that allow you to snap quick pictures of your receipts and file them for later.
3. Know about State Income Tax
You may be subject to state income tax in both the state of your permanent residence and the states where you had travel nurse jobs. Forty-one U.S. states have a state income tax, but Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming don’t. Learn more about State Tax Questions or consult a tax expert (preferably a CPA) who is familiar with state income tax laws for travel nurses and income tax reciprocity agreements among states.
4. File on time, not late
When W-2s are in, schedule a date to either file taxes yourself or meet with a tax professional. This way, you’ll receive your refund sooner than later. Moreover, by allowing an experienced CPA to file your taxes, you may improve the size of your return and minimize the risk for random audits.
5. Enroll in a Tax Advantage Plan
Travel nurse agencies like American Traveler offer Tax Advantage Plans that can increase your take-home pay by as much as $10,000 a year. Contact your recruiter to learn more about all the ways that traveling can have a positive effect on your finances.
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