Although 2011 is way back in the rearview mirror, it’s still not too late to make some moves that will save taxes on last year’s Form 1040 and maybe […]
Retirement savings credit doubles payoff
By Kay Bell | Bankrate.com – Taxes » Tax Credits » Tax Credit For Savings Made For Retirement Contributors to retirement plans already know the long-term tax advantages of an […]
Ten Common Tax Misconceptions
By Laura Saunders The tax code has gotten so complicated that even smart people make big mistakes about filing taxes, according to the National Association of Enrolled Agents. Here’s a […]
When Is the Best Time to File Your Tax Return?
By Barbara Weltman The tax law sets deadlines for filing income tax returns. However, there is room to maneuver, and the time you choose to file depends on your personal […]
How to Safely Delete or Save Tax Documents Online
By TARA SIEGEL BERNARD It’s tax time, which means millions of Americans are probably in the midst of collecting the many documents needed to prepare their returns. When I was […]
9 Warning Signs You’re About to Get Audited
The IRS is on the prowl–possibly for you. Thanks to improved detection systems and computerized checks, the IRS can more easily identify red flags that trigger audits, says Joseph Perry, […]
When Is the Best Time to File Your Tax Return?
By Barbara Weltman | U.S.News & World Report LP The tax law sets deadlines for filing income tax returns. However, there is room to maneuver, and the time you […]
Tips for Paying Estimated Taxes
Following the U.S. economy’s crash in 2008, more and more jobs were cut,, and salaried positions became increasingly scarce. Many people experienced career changes and significant income swings. Often, this […]
Tax Breaks for All (Even Top Earners)
If you’re a high-income type, you’re probably painfully aware that some tax breaks are phased out (either reduced or eliminated) as your adjusted gross income, or AGI, increases. That’s the […]
7 Tax Terms Explained
It’s tax season and that means the lingo is flying around and much of it goes right over some our heads. Much of the tax vocabulary is terms we should […]