The financial crisis has boosted the appeal of tax-favored bonds. But safety comes at a price.
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If you must file estimated taxes throughout the year, your third voucher of 2009 is due Sept. 15.
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Here are five tips to avoid legal, tax and financial problems that trip up new entrepreneurs.
- 26 Aug 09, 8:00pm -

If you paid someone to care for a dependent so you could work, a special tax credit could cut your IRS bill.
- 30 Apr 09, 8:00pm -

Declining business revenue could make it hard to pay the IRS in April. Here's how to get cash.
- 21 Apr 09, 8:00pm -

The GOP tax plan will give many households tax cuts in the first several years. But those cuts will expire and a key provision will raise many people's tax burdens over time, even if their income doesn't go up much.
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Republicans said their plan would make taxes easy to prepare, and indeed the final bill gets points for some simplification. But the whole story, like the tax code, is more complex.
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The vast majority of statements from business, advocacy and trade groups have major concerns with the 1,000-page bill.
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GOP leaders have agreed to save the student loan interest deduction and keep tuition waivers for graduate students tax-free.
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Currently, teachers can deduct up to $250 for classroom materials from their taxable income. That won't change.
- 15 Dec 17, 8:23pm -

By failing to repeal the alternative minimum tax in their tax reform bill, Senate Republicans inadvertently undermined the research and development tax credit used by drug makers and tech companies.
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- 4 Dec 17, 11:23am -

You'll be hearing a lot in coming days about the differences between the Senate and House tax bills. Here's your guide.
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Home values have risen across the country which means many homeowners property taxes are going up too The average annual property tax for owner occupied single family homes nationwide in 2017 was 3 399 an effective tax rate of 1 17 according to Attom…
- 6 days ago, 20 Apr 19, 3:06pm -

It s never too early to start thinking about your next income tax return For most taxpayers that ll be your return for the 2019 tax year which by the way will be due on April 15 2020 The 2019 tax rates themselves are the same as the tax rates in effe…
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Once you ve filed your tax return what should you do with all the forms receipts canceled checks and other records scattered across your desk Do you need to keep them or can you shred them now The IRS generally has three years after the due date of y…
- 9 days ago, 17 Apr 19, 3:06pm -

If you didn t file your 2018 federal tax return or request a filing extension by April 15 don t let that stop you from submitting your 1040 and paying your tax as soon as possible if you owe the IRS money Acting quickly will help keep the penalties a…
- 9 days ago, 17 Apr 19, 9:06am -

If you missed the deadline to ask the IRS for a tax extension it was April 15 or April 17 if you live in Maine or Massachusetts there still might be hope Some people automatically get more time which can be a lifesaver if they avoid a few pitfalls Wh…
- 10 days ago, 16 Apr 19, 5:07pm -

The IRS assesses billions in tax penalties each year in 2017 individual taxpayers faced a share of more than 11 billion in penalties but few people know the agency is sometimes willing to change its mind and reverse certain tax penalties for first ti…
- 14 days ago, 12 Apr 19, 4:05pm -

Whether we re pointing out frequently overlooked tax breaks explaining how retirement income is taxed or providing tools that help you adjust your tax withholding the editors here at Kiplinger want you to trim as much off your tax bill as legally pos…
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Most Americans must file their federal tax returns for 2018 by April 15 2019 Note that we say most Americans Taxpayers in two states have until April 17 to file their 2018 tax returns Here s why residents of those states get two extra days to submit…
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If you owe a lot of money to the IRS you probably shouldn t make overseas travel plans anytime soon That unpaid tax bill could prompt the State Department to revoke your passport or reject your application for a new one But before you start unpacking…
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Our tax system operates on a pay as you go basis which means the IRS wants its cut of your income when you earn it For employees the government gets paid through tax withholding each time you get a paycheck Retirees can have taxes withheld from Socia…
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Tax reform affects every person’s tax return in 2018. Before you file this tax season, here’s what you need to know about the tax law adjustments to be prepared. 1. The tax rates changed for everyone. The tax rates you previously knew are no more…
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Moms are busy. That goes without saying. Between chauffering kids to activities and likely working a full-time job, finding extra time for anything else is next to impossible. But yet, it’s also necessary. Many moms manage the entire household. Tha…
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Tax season is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about the documents you need to get ready. Here are a few things to consider ahead of filing your 2018 tax return. Find last year’s return A quick way to find all of th…
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There isn’t one most important thing for freelancers to know when it comes to filing a tax return. Well, except paying taxes in the first place! Instead, there are a variety of incredibly important factors for which you need to understand to best p…
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As a business owner, there are a variety of ways to accept payment. Apps like Square, Paypal, or other mobile payment services make it easy for you to accept card payments and keep a record of that income. But if you choose to receive payment via a c…
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Another bill, oh no! It doesn’t feel great to file your tax return and find out you owe money. It’s like heading out the door and discovering your car won’t start! But don’t worry, you actually have several options if... Full Story
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Last tax season, the average direct deposit tax refund was more than $3,000. If you are expecting a tax refund this tax season and you’ve been thinking about starting a side hustle or self-employed business, that kind of money can... Full Story
- 2 days ago, 23 Apr 19, 8:43pm -

The tax deadline has come and gone – time to breathe a sigh of relief! But before you throw all of your tax documents up in the air to celebrate the occasion, we need to discuss just how long you... Full Story
- 4 days ago, 22 Apr 19, 3:00pm -

In June 2018 the IRS announced they were working on changes to the 1040 tax forms. The new 1040 form consolidates the three versions of the 1040 into one form. In addition to shortening Form 1040, the changes eliminate Forms... Full Story
- 9 days ago, 17 Apr 19, 1:09pm -

The average direct deposit tax refund was over $3,000 last tax season, and with tax season now over, it’s no surprise that the most common tax season-related question we’re now hearing is: “Where’s My Refund?” We know that you work... Full…
- 9 days ago, 17 Apr 19, 1:00pm -

The tax deadline has come and gone unless of course, you filed a tax extension. If you missed the tax deadline and didn’t file your taxes or an extension, here are a few steps you can take to get your... Full Story
- 10 days ago, 16 Apr 19, 7:40am -

After receiving a cancer diagnosis, a patient may wonder about the financial responsibility that will accompany it. Most insurance plans will cover some of the bills, but cancer patients may have additional expenses that they pay for. Fortunately, ca…
- 10 days ago, 15 Apr 19, 9:02pm -

It’s over! Taxes are done! Congratulations on knocking that big goal out! If you’re like us, you probably feel good right now. When my husband and I finished our taxes we were relieved because we finally crossed that off our... Full Story
- 11 days ago, 15 Apr 19, 6:33pm -

Did you know that some streamers make up to $500,000 per month live streaming their gameplay on Twitch, Facebook, or YouTube? While you may not be making quite that much, if you’re a gamer regularly earning any income from streaming,... Full Story
- 11 days ago, 15 Apr 19, 5:54am -

This article was written by our partner, Square. If you’ve recently started a business, you’ve become accustomed to making decisions every day that affect your business. And with every decision, you’re trying to make it as successful as possibl…
- 14 days ago, 12 Apr 19, 3:30pm -

Blame the timing of weekends, as well as the relatively new celebration of Emancipation Day in the District of Columbia, for why April 15 is no longer Tax Day in many years.
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The Justice Department has begun scrutinizing thousands of U.S. taxpayers’ Swiss bank accounts to compare bank information with what the taxpayers have reported to the IRS.
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As access to mainland-listed ‘A shares’ expands, there are questions about tax on gains from 2009 through last year.
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To fix an error on your tax return, file an amended return on Form 1040X.
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