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Taxes

Ignoring the IRS Doesn’t Make Them Go Away

on June 18, 2010

When you owe somebody money and can’t pay, ignoring them is usually not your best course of action. But ignoring the IRS is NEVER your best course of action.

States Want Tax on Web Purchases

on November 26, 2011

Some states are beginning to charge sales tax on internet purchases.

How Much Is A Trillion Dollars?

on December 19, 2011

Just how much is a trillion dollars? A lot more than you think it is.

Saving Green by Going Green: Help From the Stimulus Bill

on May 22, 2009

This year’s stimulus bill did more than bail out banks. It also might help you save some green by going green, reduce your carbon footprint and your tax bill.

6 Smart Uses For Your Tax Refund

on May 1, 2009

By now, most of us have gotten our income tax refunds. But if yours isn’t a distant memory yet, here’s some useful advice on how to spend it.

Your Odds of an IRS Audit

on April 14, 2009

You know there aren’t many words in the English language that are scarier than the word audit. So what are the odds you’re going to be audited this year?

Can’t Pay Your Taxes? What Should You Do?

on April 6, 2009

You filled out your taxes and suddenly realize you owe money and you can’t pay. What do you do?

Adjusting Your Tax Withholding

on March 10, 2009

Take home more money by adjusting your income tax withholding.

Claiming The Child Tax Credit

on March 10, 2009

You know your kids are tax deductions. Did you know that other people’s kids might reduce your taxes too? The rules have changed. So if you’ve got kids living in your house, you really need to see this.

7 Most Common Tax Mistakes

on March 3, 2009

Every year, millions of tax returns are filed with mistakes… mistakes that can delay your refund… even cost you money. Want to avoid the most common?

Checking Out Tax Professionals

on December 19, 2011

If you’ll be getting help with your taxes this year, you probably want to make sure its the best help around. Here’s a few tips to make sure your choice for a paid tax professional adds up.

Refund Anticipation Loans

on April 16, 2009

If you’re a tax service, you love em if you’re a consumer advocate, you don’t. What’s bad about tax refund anticipation loans? Let’s find out…

Who Has to File Taxes?

on February 20, 2009

Don’t you hate filing taxes? Well you know, millions of people don’t even have to file a return. But if you think that sounds lucky, you might want to think again.

Finding Free Tax Help

on February 20, 2009

Just because you have to file your taxes doesn’t mean you have to go out and buy expensive software, pay a professional, or even do it yourself.

Tax Law Changes for 2009

on February 16, 2009

Started those taxes yet? Well, when you do, you’re going to find some changes to the tax laws that will probably mean a lower tax bill. Money reporter Stacy Johnson begins his special tax series with some good news on income taxes.

Inflation Predictions for 2009

on December 19, 2011

According to the government, overall inflation has been low, and is expected to stay that way in 2009. But that doesn’t mean all prices are standing still. Where to look for the biggest price increases this year…

Smart Year-End Money Moves ’08 (Part 2)

on December 29, 2008

It’s hard enough to think about income taxes in April, much less during the holidays. But a few minutes spent now could be worth serious money when tax time comes.

Smart Year-End Money Moves ’08 (Part 1)

on December 26, 2008

This is the time of year when most of us spend a lot more time thinking about tree-trimming than tax-trimming. But year-end is a time when you really should do some planning.

Checking Out Charities

on April 16, 2009

According to the Giving USA Foundation, the amount Americans will donate to charity this year will approach 206 billion dollars. Impressive numbers, but that money could help even more people if all of us followed this advice…

Did The Bailout Do Anything?

on December 11, 2008

Maybe you’ve heard about how the $700 billion bailout bill only helped those folks on Wall Street and not the folks on Main Street. Well, that’s not true. One thing the bailout has already done is to lower you taxes.

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