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Do you work as a manager of a business or organization, and receive income for your services? If so, you will be required to report your earnings to the IRS and likely file a tax return. You may be able to lessen the amount of taxes you have to pay at tax time by claiming […]
— Read moreDeductible non-business taxes come in four different types: State, local and foreign income taxes State, local and foreign real estate taxes State, and local personal property taxes State and local general sales taxes Taxes must have been paid during the tax year and ca only be claimed as an itemized deduction, using Schedule A of […]
— Read moreMortgage points refer to certain fees or costs you’ve paid in order to get a home mortgage. Basically, points are a type of interest that you’ve prepaid, and may be deductible as interest if you chose to itemize your deductions when filing your tax return. If you are able to deduct all of the interest […]
— Read moreUnemployment benefits are taxed depending on the type of program you are receiving the benefits from. Compensation amounts from unemployment include any income received according to either the federal or state laws of the United States. This compensation can include: State unemployment insurance benefits Benefits paid from the Federal Unemployment Trust Fund Railroad unemployment compensation […]
— Read moreMany people instinctively file their tax returns, which is great, because most people are required to file. However, some people aren’t required to file, though it may be beneficial to them to do so. If you are filing a tax return, you’ll want to pay attention to some new rules taking effect this year. Use […]
— Read moreThe summer is a great time to pursue a job if you’re a student. You have more free time, you gain responsibility, and learn about the real working world. This also means you’ll have to pay taxes, just like every other employee. These taxes support local communities, state, and federal governments. Students who chose to […]
— Read moreMore people are being required to file 1099-MISC forms all over the country, because the IRS is diligent in making sure you pay your taxes – even if you’re an independent contractor. Your client sends a 1099-MISC form to the agency, and the IRS compares it to the form you submit. Ignoring a 1099-MISC is […]
— Read moreOnce you’ve filed your taxes, you should maintain all of your records and supporting documents in a safe place in case you need to refer to them or if you get audited. But how long should you keep your records for? The IRS has a few tips that can help you figure out how long […]
— Read moreThe housing market in the US is finally starting to kick back in high gear, after a few years stalled on the wayside. With this recent shift in the real estate market, a review of the taxes (and appropriate tax breaks) associated with home sales is in order. The application of taxes can be tricky, […]
— Read moreWhat next step do you take when you discover inaccuracies in your filed tax return records? The solution depends on the circumstances and nature of change. What happens when your past year dividend income suddenly changes after you receive an updated form from a brokerage house or financial institution? In most cases, the difference is […]
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