Recession? What recession? President Bush has announced that the delivery of the rebate checks will happen sooner than initially planned. The checks will be distributed
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Top 10 Ways To Make Paying Taxes More Fun
If you’re like me, every year at about this time, you make a vow that the next tax year will be different. If you’re like
Read MoreCan Going Green Save Some Green?
Sigh. It’s the day after tax season. Folks are tired and cranky (trust me, I get the emails). Nobody likes to pay taxes. And every
Read MoreLooking For An Extension?
Here’s the form for individuals: form 4868 as pdf
Read MoreWow, Chicagoans Pay A Lot of Tax… And File Late
We already knew that Chicago holds the distinction for the highest sales tax rate in the country… and apparently, it’s affected the population. Chicago also
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Ask The Taxgirl: US Citizens Overseas
Taxpayer asks: I am a permanent resident overseas. I file my USA tax return every year, but never have to pay tax as I pay
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Divorce & Taxes
Taxpayer asks: After 17 years and one 12yr old daughter, I was divorced in October 2007. The decree stated we would file jointly for 2007.
Read MoreA Refund? What Are You Spending It On?
Thirty-five percent of taxpayers who expect to receive a tax rebate this year plan to use the money to pay utility, credit card, housing or
Read MoreSentiments Mixed On Housing Tax Bill
The House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee approved a bill that would offer tax breaks to first-time home buyers. The proposal would allow first-time
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