Taxpayer asks: Hi… I’m about to file my taxes through efile using H&R Block’s Tax Cut software. I was wondering if the IRS will see
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“American Terrorist” McVeigh Attorney Loses Tax Deduction
I know what you’re thinking – McVeigh was executed, right? What’s this about a tax deduction? You’re right. Timothy McVeigh was a US Army vet
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Can IRS Save The Press?
For months now, we’ve heard tales that the newspaper industry as we know it is “done.” Several big-name papers have announced that they’re closing down
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Twitter Tax Tips #3
Keep track of your mileage to/from volunteer activities for qualified charities. If you itemize, it’s deductible. #TwitterTaxTip (For more on twitter tax tips, see my
Read MoreIs Obama’s New Tax Plan A Bit Uncharitable?
There’s a bag of used clothes on my porch that it is on its way to the Salvation Army (though not in this snow!). Like
Read MoreFree Aid Is Just A Click Away
In response to a few of my posts where readers expressed concern about the cost of legal services, one of the kind folks on twitter*
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Where To Report Charitable Contributions
Taxpayer asks: Hello there and thank you for answering my question. I am self-employed and contributed nearly $8,000 in cash/noncash donations this past year (goodwill,
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Girl Scout Cookies
Taxpayer asks: we’ve been trained that cookie donations are not tax deductible. Can u clarify? Taxgirl says: This question is actually in response to something
Read More12 Days Of Charitable Giving 2008
It’s the final day of my 12 Days of Charitable Giving. To recap, I’ve asked a panel of judges to review a number of deserving
Read More12 Days of Charitable Giving: Valley Churches United
It’s the eleventh day of my 12 Days of Charitable Giving. To recap, I’ve asked a panel of judges to review a number of deserving
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