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Lena Hanna, CPA
Lena Hanna, CPA

Lena Hanna, CPA

Lena Hanna is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in both New York and California, as well as an Enrolled Agent and a Certified Internal Auditor. Currently, Lena serves as a Lead in the TurboTax community and she assists in updating content for the TurboTax Blog team. With experience in public accounting and private industry, Lena possesses knowledge in the areas of tax and audit. Her goal is to support the TurboTax community by providing accurate and up-to-date tax guidance.

The TL;DR on Tips and Overtime for 2025 Tax Year

Expert Assist vs. Expert Full Service: How to Choose the Right TurboTax Expert Service

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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Financial Foundation 

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North Dakota State Income Tax in 2025: A Guide

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Roth IRA Conversions (Converting IRA to Roth IRA)

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Solo 401(k): Guide to Self-Employed Retirement Plans

Tax Guide for the Self-Employed Everything You Need to Know

How to File Self-Employment Taxes

Student Loan Options When You’re Self-Employed

Should You Contribute to a Roth IRA, Traditional IRA or 401(k)?

Estate Planning 101: A Step-By-Step Guide

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Self-Employed Tax Tips & Summer Jobs

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Nanny and Housekeeper Tax Rules

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How to Get a Tax Break for Summer Child Care

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5 Ways to Reduce Your Taxable Income

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Podcast: Giving and Getting Back (at Tax Time)

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