Taxes
Could Gay Marriages Raise Tax Rates?
B.T. Ballenger on March 30, 2013
Here’s one kind of equal treatment gay couples may not want – combined income on tax forms.
9 Last-Minute Tax Tips
Angela Colley on March 25, 2013
Haven’t filed your taxes yet? You’ve got plenty of company. Before you get going, start with this checklist.
Think Before Paying Taxes With a Credit Card
B.T. Ballenger on March 15, 2013
The IRS doesn’t care how you pay, and the fees can be high.
How the Sequester Might Ruin Your Summer – and Then Some
Angela Colley on March 11, 2013
Think the sequester only affects federal employees? Think again. The budget cuts are headed straight for your summer vacation, and potentially other parts of your life.
Apple, Google and Microsoft Hoarding More Cash Offshore
B.T. Ballenger on March 8, 2013
In the past two years, the tech companies have more than doubled the amount of cash they’ve tucked away out of Uncle Sam’s reach. Between the three it’s now $134.5 billion.
How Americans Use Their Tax Refunds
Guest Blogger on March 6, 2013
If you plan on saving at least part of this year’s refund, according to a recent survey, you’re an average American.
Legal Marijuana Faces a 75 Percent Tax Rate
B.T. Ballenger on February 28, 2013
Dispensaries can’t take the deductions other businesses do, so profits are going up in smoke for many.
Congress’ Pay Immune to Sequestration, Budget Cuts
B.T. Ballenger on February 27, 2013
While most of the federal budget will get slashed in some way Friday, the people responsible won’t be affected.
How the Fiscal Cliff Is Still Hurting the Economy
B.T. Ballenger on February 22, 2013
Even though we didn’t go over it, the alternative Congress came up with was pretty lousy and will slow the country’s recovery.
12 Common Tax Mistakes That Waste Time and Money
B.T. Ballenger on February 22, 2013
We all want to keep taxes short and sweet, but don’t rush – or you may be bitter later. You can maximize your refund and minimize the wait by avoiding these errors.
10 Tips to Avoid an Audit
B.T. Ballenger on February 20, 2013
There’s no guaranteed way to avoid the nightmare millions of taxpayers fear: an IRS audit. But there are at least 10 ways to reduce the risk.
Why Facebook Gets a $429 Million Tax Refund
B.T. Ballenger on February 18, 2013
A new report suggests Facebook is getting special tax treatment. Actually, the company just screwed up.
Can You Claim a Home Office Tax Deduction?
B.T. Ballenger on February 18, 2013
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who work from home, don’t pass up a deduction that could be worth thousands. Here’s how to tell if you qualify.
Guns, Appliances, and Storm Supplies: 2013 Sales Tax Holidays
Karla Bowsher on February 15, 2013
From Alabama to Virginia, nine states will offer sales tax exemptions on firearms, energy-efficient products, or emergency supplies this year. We’ve broken down what’s discounted where and when.
Tax Tattlers Snag $125 Million
B.T. Ballenger on February 14, 2013
Want a big check from the government? Snitch on rich tax cheaters. The IRS awards up to a third of the money it reclaims from tax cheaters through its whistleblower program.
8 Tax Apps for Easier and Faster Filing
Jeffrey Trull on February 11, 2013
Hate sitting down to do your taxes and then waiting for your refund? Take advantage of these tax apps for your smartphone and tablet to file your return in record time.
Beware of These 6 Tax Scams
B.T. Ballenger on February 11, 2013
If you don’t want to spend five years in prison and pay quarter-million-dollar fines, these are things you should consider not doing.
9 Tips to Pick a Tax Pro – If You Need One
B.T. Ballenger on February 12, 2013
Just because taxes are complicated doesn’t mean simple software can’t do the job. Here’s how to determine if you need a pro, and if you do, how to find the right one.
How the IRS Fights Identity Theft
B.T. Ballenger on January 31, 2013
Here’s a look at what the government’s doing to keep people from stealing your tax refund.
6 Tips to Get Organized for Income Taxes
Angela Colley on January 23, 2013
Ready for tax season? Make the process smooth this year by getting everything together now.
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