based on shelby's current and future life situation what tax planning strategies should shelby consider? shelby has been working at a local pet store in the grooming department. She just received her W-2 statement from her employer so that she can prepare her taxes. Her tax withheld is normally greater than the tax owed as calculated on her tax return. In the past she has used her tax return to build up a new wardrobe with a shopping spree. however as she gets closer to graduation she is reconsidering this behavior and needs help deciding on a better alternative