Ask The Taxgirl (Update)
In case you’re wondering, in the midst of all of this alphabet soup, I haven’t put “Ask The Taxgirl” to the side. I have a slew of questions lined up in the queue – keep watching for the marathon!
In case you’re wondering, in the midst of all of this alphabet soup, I haven’t put “Ask The Taxgirl” to the side. I have a slew of questions lined up in the queue – keep watching for the marathon!
*squeal!* I’m really excited! The BlogHer 08 Schedule is up and my session is all nailed down. The description is as follows: Taking Care of Business. If you’re a blogger, and your blog contributes to your livelihood…whether through direct monetization or as a platform to get freelance and consulting work…then it’s a business. But what…
Taxpayer asks: After a string of robberies in my neighborhood, I decided to install an alarm system. I paid a flat fee for installation plus I pay an amount each month. Is any of this deductible on my taxes? Taxgirl says: If the property that you alarmed was your home, the answer is no. There…
Taxpayer asks: How do I sign up for the second stimulus check? Taxgirl says: Grr. There is no second stimulus check. Here’s the thing. There has been some discussion about a second stimulus check. And it was even included in the HEROES Act which passed in the House but has not even been considered in…
Taxpayer asks: Hi Taxgirl, Like many women this year, I got married and now I would like to donate my dress to charity. What do I need to do for tax purposes? I paid 1000 for it new and only wore it once. It is in good condition. Do I need it appraised? I still…
Taxpayer asks: hi taxgirl , i have a question, i bought a 2009 nissan on january 17 2009,do i qualify for the sales tax deduction? Taxgirl says: Don’t hate me but no. The law says that the new car must be purchased after February 16, 2009, and before January 1, 2010, to qualify for the…
Taxpayer asks: Hi,I am getting married july 2010 for personal reasons. However, my husband and I are both going to still be in college until May 2011 and will be living separately with our parents as dependents. Would I need to change anything regarding my taxes? Could I still have my parents claim me and…
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I only have fellowship income not reported on W-2. Do I qualify for Making work pay credit? Do I have to file Schedule M?
Should I mail my tax return on the Friday government shuts down on April 8th, 2011 or wait until tax day April 18th? Trying to figure out the best way that it does not get lost in the fray. If the U.S. Post Office shuts down, I would rather have it stay/lay in my local post office rather than have it lost in the system along the way. It’s going to Fresno, CA for a refund. I can wait for my return as long as it takes these knuckleheads to pass a budget. Thank you for all your help! 🙂
Opps! The post office is private now and no tax dollars fund it so they will carry on as usual. I had forgotten they went private. No government shutdown…….at least for 8 days. Talk about kicking the can down the road…..