I kissed my daughter on the cheek just before bedtime and asked, “How does it feel being ten?” She gave me a big smile and
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I Kid You Not: Filing for Dependents
The arrival of catalogs at my house have done quite a bit to up my daughter’s work ethic. She has it in her head to
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Tips & Income For Kids
Taxpayer asks: My daughter worked as a bagger (bagged groceries) last year at our base commissary. The baggers do not receive a salary and work
Read MoreHey Congress, Why Don’t You…? Eliminate Benefits For Having Kids
David Smith writes: If I could make one change in the tax code, I would eliminate any benefits for having children. I chose to be
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Kiddie Tax
Taxpayer asks: My son wants to know when he’ll have to file for taxes, he started mowing lawns this summer and is getting paid $25
Read MoreFix The Tax Code Friday: Child Related Exemptions & Credits
It’s the return of Fix the Tax Code Friday! Since there’s been some discussion on the blog lately about whether or not parents should receive
Read MoreI’m Pretty Sure She’s Going To Be A Litigator…
My husband and I are both attorneys. We have often said that we don’t care what our children grow up to be… so long as
Read More9 Child-Related Tax Breaks That You May Be Overlooking
In recent weeks, I’ve received a flurry of emails from parents asking about whether band uniforms, soccer cleats and other expenses related to children are
Read MoreFix The Tax Code Friday: Cigarette Tax
Today’s Fix the Tax Code Friday question is a reflection of the failed bill to fund insurance for children: Should smokers pay for the children’s
Read MoreFund Children’s Insurance On The Backs Of Smokers?
Okay, don’t get me wrong. I think that providing universal health care options for children should be a priority in our country. However, shifting the
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