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Jeffery Palmer, ChFC®

Financial Planner

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jeffery.palmer@prudential.com

 

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Client Service Specialist

Phone: 828-333-4748

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Christina Palmer

Client Service Specialist

Phone: 828-333-4747

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Client Service Specialist

Phone: 828-575-1250

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Jaclyn Schmitz

Client Service Specialist

Phone: 828-333-4139

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The Palmer Group

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Asheville, NC 28806

 

Phone:  828-687-8818

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Website: jeffpalmergroup.com

September/October 2025

Summer Jobs for Kids

Teenage boy mowing lawn

Taking a summer job is a rite of passage for kids and an excellent way for them to learn financial responsibility while earning and spending their own money.


Tax Withholding
Generally, a child working a W-2 job, earning less than the 2025 standard deduction is considered to be a dependent and won't need to file a tax return. However, it may be a good idea to file if federal income tax was withheld, because the child may be entitled to a refund.


Branching Out
When minors start doing things like babysitting or lawn care, they are technically self-employed. In this case, generally, dependent children who have earned income of more than $15,000 (in 2025) typically need to file a personal income tax return and might owe tax. Be sure your child keeps track of their expenses for things like mileage and equipment purchases.


When your children start earning their own money, help them learn about budgeting and saving. Distinguishing between wants and needs will help them create a realistic budget while saving money.

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