If you think taxes are something to just file mindlessly, you're wrong.
Taxes involve giving thousands of dollars to the government.
Last week, we talked about ways to offset your taxes when it comes to mutual funds. Let's take a look at 10 other ways to reduce what you give to Uncle Sam. Whether or not you qualify will depend primarily on your income level. Even if you don't qualify for a tax deduction, save a couple hundred dollars a month for the next few months and make a Roth IRA contribution before April 15 if you meet the income limits and believe you will be in a lower tax bracket at retirement. You and the qualified charity will avoid having to pay capital gains taxes, plus you get the deduction on your tax return.