The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been advising taxpayers to consider a tax withholding check-up to make sure there are no surprises come tax time. Significant changes,
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12 Expenses That Aren’t Tax Deductions For Most Taxpayers
“Can I deduct the cost of taking care of my cat? She’s like a member of the family.” Over the course of the year, I’ve
Read MoreTiming Is Everything: 11 Key Triggers To Keep In Mind For The 2013 Tax Year
As the 2013 tax year draws to a close, taxpayers are scurrying to figure out how to minimize income and maximize deduction. The most important rule? Timing is everything.
Read MoreMoving Right Along: Deducting Work-Related Moving Expenses
It’s a pretty exciting week at the law firm: we’re moving to a new location. I’ll admit to being a little nostalgic about the big
Read More16 Ways To Turn Your Bucket List Into A Tax Deduction
Whether you want to trek the rain forest, learn a new language or sail the world, Uncle Sam might help you pay for it.
Read MoreWhy Does Congress Love Houses More Than Students?
Yesterday was Career Day at my kids’ school. So, around 9:00 a.m., I found myself standing in front of a room full of kids, touting
Read MoreIRS Announces 2012 Mileage Rates
The IRS has issued the 2012 optional standard mileage rates used for deducting the costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Allergies & A New Home
Taxpayer asks: We bought a new house in June. The old owner was a chain smoker so we had to hire a professional cleaner to
Read MoreGiveaway Launches Series On Deductions
Editor’s note: We have a winner! Congrats to bstenger, I’ll be in touch shortly! This week, I’m kicking off my new series on the history
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Deductions For Cheftestants
Taxpayer asks: I was watching Top Chef Masters and I ahd a question. I know you have to report your winnings on a game show.
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