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Janet Berry-Johnson

CPA

A freelance writer with a background in accounting and income tax planning and preparation for individuals and small businesses, Janet Berry-Johnson is a regular contributor to several online publications, including Business Insider, Money Crashers, and Self Financial. She helps people make sense of complicated accounting and income tax questions.

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