Hear that? It’s the sound of a pin dropping. Or my jaw dropping. Take your pick. The IRS has announced – unexpectedly – that it
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Ask The Taxgirl: Voluntary Spousal Support
Taxpayer asks: My husband and I went through a mediator instead of a divorce lawyer. Our MSA specifies a certain spousal support amount each month.
Read MoreNJ Budget Battle Heats Up: Senate President Claims He Wants To Punch Governor
As a mom, I’ve seen it a million times. One kid promises to play nice and doesn’t. So the other kid gets mad and throws
Read MoreGiveaway Helps Taxpayers Stay On Track
(Note: We have our winners! Thanks for playing!) New mileage rates go into effect this week for business, moving and medical travel expenses. To help keep
Read MoreMidyear Mileage Rate Changes Offer Relief, Likely To Cause Confusion
After months of speculation and roller coaster oil prices, the IRS finally announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rates. The IRS generally only updates
Read MoreTaxation Without Representation: Setting The Stage For Independence
Today, kids will decorate wagons with streamers and drag them down small town streets while big marching bands play John Philip Sousa tunes. There will
Read MoreDeduct This: History Of The Casualty, Disaster & Theft Deduction
As I sat on my parents’ deck last week, I could see huge plumes of smoke in the distance. The fire in Pender County, NC,
Read MoreMaryland Alcohol Sales Tax Increase Meant To Save The State From Hoodlums (Er, Not Really)
Last night, I went out to eat with friends and family. We had a mix of drinks, dinners and desserts and split the final bill.
Read MoreMichele Bachmann On Board With Tax Holiday
Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann one-upped the competition when instead of sticking with the routine “no new taxes” mantra being recited, she suggested “no taxes.”
Read MoreTen Tips For Claiming Summer Camp Expenses On Your Taxes
If your household is anything like mine, you’re in full summer camp mode right now… With school out, summer becomes a whirlwind of vacations and
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