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Hi everyone,I need some advice or recommendations. My home refrigerator recently stopped working. It's not freezing properly and the cooling is almost gone.The thing is, this fridge is quite old, but it holds a huge sentimental value for me because it was given to me by my late father, it's his memory/last sign for me. We don't even overload it with food, and my wife takes extra good care of it all the time, cleaning it and keeping it maintained. But out of nowhere, it just stopped cooling.Since it’s so close to my heart, I really don't want to replace it or buy a new one. I want to get it fixed by someone reliable who understands older models and won't just tell me to "throw it away and buy new."Has anyone dealt with something similar? Can an older unit like this still be repaired safely? Any trusted local technicians near Vaughan / Ontario who do good work without charging crazy prices?Thanks in advance for any help!

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Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++To all our new and returning community members - Welcome! We’re back with a new topic this month - tax extensions!Sometimes you just need a little more time to get things right, and that’s exactly what an extension can offer. Filing an extension gives you extra time to submit your return- but not extra time to pay. It’s a helpful option if you need more time to get your paperwork in order or double-check your deductions.+++++++++++++++Comment below to be entered to win a $100 gift card! We all need a little extra time sometimes! If tax extensions applied to real life, what would you extend - your morning coffee, your weekend, or your bedtime? A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on 9/17/2026.WHAT: Sweepstakes for a $100 gift card WHEN:

I have been trying to activate TurboTax 2019 in Windows 11, and the software installs, but the app gets stuck at the point of activation. When I re-activated all TurboTaxes from 2025 to 2020, I was able to see the window with the 4 dancing spots appearing for 1 second, then I get to enter the activation code and boom! activated..., what is happening here with tt19 is that the window gets stuck with the 4 dancing dots forever, and it never shows me the entry field to enter the activation code. Note: the reason why I am needing to re-activate TT 2019 is because I had all my turbo taxes installed from 2005 through 2024 in a Windows 10 machine… then it came turbo tax 2025 which was not supported in Windows 10, so I had to take all my TurboTaxes and re-install them all in the Windows 11 machine, all of them I was able to activate with some issues, (issues that I have been able to resolve via reading many posts)… so as soon as I tried Installing tt2019 then I couldn’t activate. Things I have

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is Finish &  File!    Are you an early filer? Do you wait for tax day in April or are you an extension filer? Does it depend on the year? To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation!   +++++++++ Share your yearly tax habits to be entered in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on April 8th, 2026. WHAT: April Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from April 1st, 2026. through April 8th, 2026. at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt . If you are the winner, we will send you a private message. The winner will be selected at random onApril 8th, 2026. ++++++++

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is the W-4!  What was one of your favorite first jobs? To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation!   +++++++++ Share a bit about one of your favorite jobs to be entered in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on May 13th, 2026 WHAT: May Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from May 6th, 2026  through May 13th, 2026 at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt . If you are the winner, we will send you a private message. The winner will be selected at random on May 13th, 2026. +++++++++Feeling stuck? Here’s some resources on the W-4: Join our experts for the May 13th, 2026 Ask Me Anything

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is for Self-Employed and Gig Workers!   Share Two Truths and a Lie while working as a small business owner, contractor, or gig worker. To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation!   +++++++++ Give us three statements about being self-employed or working on a contract or gig (two statements that actually happened and one that didn’t) and we will enter you in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on Friday, March 20th, 2026. WHAT: March Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from Friday, March 13th, 2026  through Friday, March 20th, 2026 at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is Tax Write-Offs!  What is one item you didn’t realize was a tax-write off…but was? This can pertain to you or your business. To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation!   +++++++++ Tell us about a tax write off or deduction for your or your business that surprised you and we will enter you in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on February 18, 2026 . WHAT: Tax Write-Off Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from February 6, 2026 through February 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt . If you are the winner, we will send you a private message. The winner will be selected at r

  Hey everyone! 👋 I’m currently a "Check my bank app 47 times" kind of person because I’m convinced a magical fairy might deposit a million dollars if I refresh enough. What about you? Are you a disciplined saver or a professional "treat yourself" enthusiast? We’re all out here trying to balance "I need to save for my future" with "but this iced coffee makes me feel like a functional human for exactly 14 minutes." To see where this community stands on the spectrum of financial responsibility, let's play a quick round of Financial This or That. Drop your answers in the comments—no judgment, this is a safe space for our wallets! 💸 The Options:Never checking your balance and hoping for the best OR checking your app 47 times a day like it’s a social media feed.   A $15 artisanal avocado toast that changes your life OR a $1.50 hot dog that you'll regret in 3 hours.   Seeing your savings account hit a milestone OR seeing a "Your order has shipped" notificatio

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is New Year, New You!    What financial change did you make in 2025 to set you or your business up for success? Any plans to continue this into 2026? To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation! +++++++++ Tell us about a successful financial decision you made in 2025 (or planning on for 2026) and we will enter you in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on Wednesday, January 14th, 2026. WHAT: January Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from Wednesday, January 7th, 2026  through Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt . If you are the winner, we wil

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome! This month’s topic is navigating retirement!  💬 If money weren’t a concern, where would you love to retire? To reply, sign into your Intuit community account and officially join the conversation!   +++++++++ 💬 Tell us about your dream retirement location and we will enter you in a chance to win a $100 gift card. A winner will be randomly selected from this thread on October 22nd, 2025. WHAT: Sweepstakes  WHEN: Entries will be accepted from October 15th, 2025 through October 22nd, 2025 at 5:00 pm PT HOW: Reply to this thread following the prompt . If you are the winner, we will send you a private message. The winner will be selected at random on October 22nd, 2025. +++++++++📅 For answers to your

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello and welcome to all our community members!  Are you ready for a chance to win a $100 gift card? If so, this sweepstakes is for you. This month, we’re discussing tax extensions.   Individuals or businesses who need more time to prepare their tax returns can file for a tax extension with the IRS. This extends the typical April 15th deadline to October 15th. There are several reasons why someone might request an extension, including the need to gather more documentation, navigating complex financial situations, or simply wanting to ensure accuracy. A tax extension can reduce stress and provide ample time to complete tax returns accurately and efficiently.  It leads one to ask: Why do tax extensions get invited to parties? Becau

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++     A friendly welcome to our new and returning community members!    We’re excited to share another sweepstakes and another chance to win a $100 gift card with you. This month, we’re discussing investing.     Investing can be an exciting journey, whether you're diving into stocks, exploring crypto, or researching other opportunities. Some investors thrive by taking risks, while others prefer a more cautious approach. This month, we’re curious: What does investing mean to you? Do you focus on traditional investments like stocks and bonds, lean into emerging markets like crypto, or avoid investing altogether? Share your thoughts or experiences below to enter our sweepstakes and get a chance to win a $100 gift

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   Welcome to our new and returning community members!    We’re very excited to share another sweepstakes and chance to win a $100 gift card with you. This month, we’re discussing Tax Due, Penalties, and Refunds.    Tax Day is less than 2 weeks away!  And you may have just let out a big sigh of relief knowing you’ve got your filing out of the way OR,  if you’re anything like me, you’ve been avoiding this moment until now because you’ve worked multiple jobs, have a pile of 1099’s that waited for and a year’s worth of bank statements to comb through so you can make the most of your deductions.  You may be unsure whether you’ll owe or not and the anticipation of filing may seem to be more anxiety inducing than anything.  It’s okay!  Breathe. We’re here to h

This sweepstakes is now closed. ******************************************************************************* To all our new and returning community members - Welcome!   We couldn’t be happier that you are joining us this month, and we are excited to offer another sweepstakes opportunity to win a $100 gift card. The topic for this month’s session is Tax Breaks for your Side Gig.   If you have a side gig, it's important to know that there are specific tax breaks that can help you keep more of your earnings. From freelance work to selling crafts online, various deductions can apply, such as costs for materials, advertising, and even certain travel expenses. Knowing what you can deduct helps you maximize your profits.   Have you ever discovered a tax benefit related to your side hustle that made a big difference? Post a Comment to be able to win a $100 gift card, a winner will be randomly selected from this thread on July  2nd, 2025.&nbs

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   To all our new and returning community members - Welcome!   We couldn’t be happier that you are joining us this month, and we are excited to offer another sweepstakes opportunity to win a $100 gift card. The topic for this month’s session is Tax Law Changes & Forms (2024).   With the introduction of new Tax Law Changes & Forms for 2024, it's crucial to stay updated on how these could impact your filing process. Whether it’s changes in tax brackets, deductions, or new forms related to specific types of income or credits, understanding these changes is key to maximizing your returns.   Tell us about a time you encountered a new tax form or a change in the tax law that caught you off guard. Alternatively, if you’ve always managed to stay ahead of the curve, share your secret to be

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   To all our new and returning community members - Welcome!   We couldn’t be happier that you are joining us this month, and we are excited to offer another sweepstakes opportunity to win a $100 gift card. The topic for this month’s session is Deciphering Your Tax Forms.   Depending on your form ( 😉 ) of employment, insurance coverage, or things like loan forgiveness, you might receive one or more Tax Forms that are important to understand. Maybe this is the first time you are dealing with one of these forms, or maybe you just need a refresher to make the most of your filing.    To be able to win the $100 gift card, comment on this post telling us about a time you were surprised to receive a tax form that you didn’t know applied to you. (Or, if that’s never happened to you,

"Money, pardon the expression, is like manure. It's not worth a thing unless it's spread around, encouraging young things to grow,” according to Barbara Streisand’s character, Mrs. Dolly Levi, in the 1969 musical, Hello, Dolly! Life’s recurring theme of attracting and giving love and money is something that we’re all familiar with.  The reality being that we often find insecurities in these areas that really need care and nourishment.  In the film, Dolly, a widowed matchmaker, has the ability to magically spread both money and love around, from Yonkers to New York City using her charm, wit, and connection to people, having no money at all! Consider this and let us know:  If money wasn’t an issue, how would you use it to help others in your community and encourage growth?  How do YOU wish you could spread this kind of wealth around in a world where it is so very needed? Feel free to chime in below!

🌟 Hello again, amazing online community! 🌟 I've got another exciting "this or that" question for all of you today. Get ready to make a tough choice and let's dive right in: Would you rather have the ability to time travel to the past or to the future? ⏰ Option A: Time Travel to the Past! If you're a history enthusiast or have a burning curiosity about the past, this option might be perfect for you. Imagine being able to witness iconic historical events firsthand, meet legendary figures, or even correct past mistakes. The past holds countless mysteries and stories waiting to be explored, and with the power of time travel, you can unlock those hidden treasures. ⌛ Option B: Time Travel to the Future! If you're fascinated by the unknown and have a keen sense of adventure, this option might be right up your alley. Picture yourself journeying forward in time, discovering technological advancements, exploring distant worlds, and unraveling the mysteries of what lie

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.     A friendly welcome to our new and returning community members!    We’re excited to share another sweepstakes and another chance to win a $100 gift card with you. This month, we’re discussing Family Tax Credits and Early Filers.    Stepping into the New Year, for many, tends to bring the energy of a fresh start. Whether it’s after a ton of holiday excitement spent with loved ones, or after a long winter’s nap (and probably way more sweets than we want to admit) the motivation tends to be high to get things accomplished and to also make some serious changes moving into the future.     In 2024 eating better, improving physical health, and being happy are at the top of Americans’ lists, with the number one resolution for the New Year being to save more money! &nb

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   A friendly welcome to our new and returning community members!  We’re excited to share another sweepstakes and another chance to win a $100 gift card with you. This month, we’re discussing life events.   Life's journey doesn't always involve confetti and balloons. Sometimes, it's about making tough decisions. While some of those decisions can be emotionally challenging, the TurboTax Live Community can help you understand the tax consequences of most life events. Whether that’s saying “I do” to a whole new set of tax rules or dividing assets and spousal support. We'll be your tax guru, guiding you through the legal and financial implications so you can navigate all transitions with clarity. Think of taxes as that friend w

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.   ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   Welcome back to our new and returning community members! We’re so glad to have you here with us today. We’re excited to share another chance to win a $100 gift card this month. We’ll be discussing Extension Filing and how that may impact your tax planning.  Tax extension filers are individuals or businesses who opt to request additional time to submit their tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This extension allows them to delay the filing deadline, which is typically on April 15th but is extended to October 15th. Tax extension filers may choose this option for various reasons, such as needing more time to gather necessary documentation, facing complex financial situations, or simply wanting to ensure accuracy in the

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.     ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   A friendly welcome to our new and returning community members!  We’re excited to share another sweepstakes and another chance to win a $100 gift card with you. This month, we’re discussing Self-Employed Quarterly Filing.   Self-employed individuals are required to file quarterly taxes to ensure they meet their tax obligations throughout the year. Unlike traditional employees, who have taxes withheld from their paychecks, self-employed workers must estimate and pay their taxes quarterly based on their anticipated income. This typically involves calculating income tax and self-employment tax, which covers Social Security and Medicare contributions. Filing quarterly taxes helps avoid a hefty tax bill at the end of th

  Thank you so much to everyone who participated! We appreciate you sharing your experiences with our community. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted to claim their prize.     ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++     Welcome back to our new and returning community members! We’re so glad to have you here with us today. We’re excited to share another chance to win a $100 gift card this month. We’ll be discussing how you teach your kids financial responsibility: allowance vs chores.  One of the key questions parents often face is whether to provide their children with an allowance or tie it to completing chores. Both approaches have their merits and can help instill financial responsibility in kids from a young age. Allowance provides children with a steady income stream, teaching them the value of money and how to manage it. It allows kids to make their own spending decisions and learn from the consequences of their choices.