Tag: Taxes
No Kids? You Should Pay More Taxes!
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2014
A Slate columnist argues that childless Americans should pony up some more cash for taxes, and parents should get a bigger break.
Last Call to Claim $760 Million in 2010 Tax Refunds
Krystal Steinmetz on April 3, 2014
Taxpayers have just days left to file for $760 million in unclaimed 2010 tax refunds or the money will revert to the U.S. Treasury.
ID Thieves Steal Woman’s Tax Refund 2 Years in a Row
Krystal Steinmetz on April 2, 2014
Crooks were able to con the IRS into sending them a refund in her name even though there were special protections in place to keep it from happening again.
Tax Hacks 2014: Last-Minute Tax Advice
Stacy Johnson CPA on March 24, 2014
Haven’t started your taxes yet? You’re not alone. Here’s some advice that will make procrastinating a bit less painful.
Biggest Tax Scam Ever Sweeps the US
Krystal Steinmetz on March 21, 2014
More than $1 million has been stolen from victims in a massive IRS phone scam. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself.
Tax Preparers Help Boost Obamacare Numbers
Krystal Steinmetz on March 5, 2014
Americans can kill two birds with one stone by filing their taxes and buying health insurance at the same time.
Will Your Refund Be Stolen This Tax Season?
Allison Martin on March 3, 2014
Still haven’t filed your tax return? Take precautionary measures to reduce the likelihood of your refund being stolen.
Tax Hacks 2014: 13 Helpful Income Tax Apps
Allison Martin on February 28, 2014
Tired of spending hours glued to your computer preparing your tax return? Check out this list of tax apps that can help expedite the process, even when you’re on the go.
Survey: Americans Prefer Tax Refunds to Bigger Paychecks
Guest Blogger on February 27, 2014
Actually there are some good reasons for doing that, even if you’re giving an interest-free loan to Uncle Sam.
Should I Pay my Taxes With a Credit Card?
Guest Blogger on February 26, 2014
There are pros and cons to paying your tax bill with plastic, and extra fees you may not know about.
Help! I Can’t Afford My Tax Bill
Allison Martin on February 25, 2014
Facing a big, unaffordable tax bill from the IRS? Here’s what you can do to alleviate some of the stress.
New Ways the Rich are Getting Hammered by Taxes
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 21, 2014
The government is hitting the rich with more taxes, but is it fair?
Tax Hacks 2014: Avoid Tax Preparation Impulse Buys
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2014
It’s apparently not enough to simply charge for preparing your taxes. Some services want to separate you from part of your refund with refund anticipation loans and checks. Just say no.
Americans Renouncing Citizenship in Record Numbers
Krystal Steinmetz on February 13, 2014
The complications of old and new tax laws are apparently a big factor.
Tax Hacks 2014: Home Office Deductions
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 12, 2014
If you’re eligible, a home office deduction can save you big bucks at tax time. If you’re not, claiming it can get you in big trouble. Here’s all you need to know.
A Flat Tax: The Good, the Bad and Why It Probably Won’t Happen
Maryalene LaPonsie on February 11, 2014
Wish taxes were so simple you could file them on a postcard? Some say a flat tax could make that possible.
Tax Hacks 2014: The 10 Dumbest and 4 Smartest Things You Can Do With a Tax Refund
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 7, 2014
Every year millions of Americans get money back, then blow it. Here are the best and worst ways to treat the return of your hard-earned money, along with some advice on tracking your refund.
Tax Hacks 2014: Beware These 7 Tax Scams
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 5, 2014
There are lots of different kinds of cons happening during tax time. Some are happening to taxpayers, and some are being perpetrated by them.
Tax Hacks 2014: Avoid These 18 Expensive Tax Mistakes
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2014
“To err is human; to forgive, divine.” Taxes aren’t a great place to err, because the IRS isn’t divine. Here are some of the most common mistakes you’ll encounter at tax time, along with tips to avoid them.
Wealthy Americans Rushed to Take Advantage of Huge Tax Break
Nancy Dunham on January 29, 2014
They thought the tax break on $5 million in nontaxable gifts would end in 2012, but Congress extended it and made it bigger.
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