IRS issues a special tip regarding expiration of the time to claim a refund for 2009. IRS Special Edition Tax Tip 2013-07, March 22, 2013 “If you haven’t filed your 2009 federal tax return, you may still have time to claim your tax refund. The IRS
Read more →IRS Tax Tip 2013-40, March 25, 2013 “The end of the tax filing season is almost here. Even though your tax return is not due until April 15, you can make tax time easier on yourself by starting now. Here are 10 important tips to ensure a
Read more →What is the difference between a Marginal Tax Rate and an Effective Tax rate? Who cares? You might if you add a second job and see some of your tax benefits disappear. Here is what you need to know. The tax code is filled with terms we
Read more →Spring is a good time to clean up and slim down QuickBooks and its data. Depending on your location, you’re probably starting to see early signs of spring. The nicer the weather and signs of new life seem to make people want to spruce up their surroundings.
Read more →You work hard for your money. The last thing you need is to have it disappear due to fraud, hackers, or identity theft. 2013 has been called the year of the hacker by some. While this is worrisome, you’re far more likely to experience risks with disgruntled
Read more →So you’ve gathered all your paperwork, read up on the latest tax law changes that might affect you, and even purchased the latest tax software. You’re ready to file! Before you attach that stamp and drop your return in the mail, you may want to take another
Read more →The IRS issues 7 facts about the Saver’s Credit IRS Tax Tip 2013-27, March 6, 2013 “Saving for your retirement can make you eligible for a tax credit worth up to $2,000. If you contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or to an
Read more →IRS issues tips on deducting 2012 medical and dental expenses: “IRS Tax Tip 2013-25, March 4, 2013 If you paid for medical or dental expenses in 2012, you may be able to get a tax deduction for costs not covered by insurance. The IRS wants you to
Read more →Fri 1 Deposit payroll tax for payments on Feb 23-26 if the semiweekly deposit rule applies. Fri 1 Farmers and Fisherman: File Form 1040 and pay any tax due. However, you have until Apr 15 to file if you paid your 2012 estimated tax payments by Jan
Read more →So you think you will avoid federal estate taxes? That may be so, but 21 states and the District of Columbia are also looking to tax your estate, your inheritance, or both. Where you live could make a big difference Recently passed federal legislation increased the exemption
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