Spoiler: It wasn’t as scary as I thought.

Honestly my Mom’s always done them for me!

Dealing with money when you’re a broke student also working part-time is scary stuff!

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What????

Once I got my files in (better) order, it was time to get some in-person help.

And good news…

My Tax Expert Lamar was the absolute best.

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He’s definitely getting a Christmas card this year.

With his help, I claimed my rent, my tuition, and even my charitable donations.

Yes, that’s right, I give back to the people!

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Lamar also helped me update details on my CRA account.

I finally set up direct deposit too!

No more picking up cheques from my mom’s house.

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I honestly think the H stands for Helpful and the R stands for Really nice.

Helpful & Really nice Block.

I am a college student, after all.

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for instant tax refunds with obscured reflection of a person taking the photo

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