Soooo, I had a little fun with Walmart last year when I found out that they would allow free tax prep services in Walmart parking
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Congress Wants You To Give To Haiti. But Just Haiti.
On January 12, a massive earthquake struck Haiti. The earthquake measured 7.0 on the Richter Scale. Devastating aftershocks followed. The confirmed death toll is 150,000
Read MoreLooking For A Year-End Donation?
Psst… Looking for a year-end donation? As you may know, I am running the Komen Race for the Cure in 2010 in honor of my
Read MoreLife is a Bowl of Football
Today, for the first time in 30 years, Temple is going to a bowl game (excuse me while I wipe a tear of joy from
Read MoreTaxes And Charitable Donations
In the tradition of tax years past, it’s the season to talk about charitable contributions! Charitable donations are an excellent way to reduce your tax
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Educational Classes Through The PTA
Taxpayer asks: The PTA 501(c)(3) at my son’s local public elementary school sponsors a language and a chess class. Is the tuition we paid for
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Charitable Donations & Estates
Taxpayer asks: Can you tell me what the tax implications are for donating inherited items? My mother passed away about a year ago and I’m
Read MoreIRS Awards Funds: Guess Who Gets Nothing?
The IRS announced that it has awarded nearly $8 million in matching grants to support its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The funds will
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Donating An Engagement Ring
Taxpayer asks: Hi Tax Girl!I got rid of the husband and now I would love to get rid of the engagement ring. I have thought
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Wedding Dress Donations
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
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