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Monthly Archives: August 2013
Treasury and IRS Announce That All Legal Same-Sex Marriages Will Be Recognized For Federal Tax Purposes; Ruling Provides Certainty, Benefits and Protections Under Federal Tax Law for Same-Sex Married Couples
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today ruled that same-sex couples, legally married in jurisdictions that recognize their marriages, will be treated as married for federal tax purposes. The ruling applies regardless of … Continue reading
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Commercial Suspension Statutes Not Unconstitutional
Argument first raised at hearing constitutes an amendment to the pleadings and, if not objected-to, is tried by consent. Constitutional argument so raised at the first opportunity is preserved. Federal statute withholding money to coerce policy change may violate U.S. … Continue reading
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Tagged Commercial Driving, DWI, Hoorfar Law, Supreme Court of Missouri
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Give Withholding and Payments a Check-up to Avoid a Tax Surprise
Some people are surprised to learn they’re due a large federal income tax refund when they file their taxes. Others are surprised that they owe more taxes than they expected. When this happens, it’s a good idea to check your … Continue reading
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Ten Tax Tips for Individuals Selling Their Home
If you’re selling your main home this summer or sometime this year, the IRS has some helpful tips for you. Even if you make a profit from the sale of your home, you may not have to report it as … Continue reading
Give Tax Records a Mid-Year Tune-up this Summer
During the summer, you may not think about doing your taxes, but maybe you should. Some of the expenses you’ve paid over the past few months might qualify for money-saving tax credits or deductions come tax time. If you organize … Continue reading
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If You Receive an IRS Notice, Here’s What to Do
Each year the IRS sends millions of letters and notices to taxpayers. Although some people may feel anxious when they receive one, many are easy to resolve. Here’s what to do if you receive a letter or notice from the … Continue reading
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Student loan debt should be treated like Detroit’s
Last Thursday, Detroit gained the dubious distinction of becoming the largest municipality in American history to declare bankruptcy. In the days since, various partisan sources have weighed in on the story of a bankrupt major American city. Over at Slate, … Continue reading
Back-to-School Tax Tips for Students and Parents
Going to college can be a stressful time for students and parents. The IRS offers these tips about education tax benefits that can help offset some college costs and maybe relieve some of that stress. • American Opportunity Tax Credit. This … Continue reading
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Small businesses slowly pick up hiring pace
Small businesses are gradually picking up the pace of their hiring, according to recent reports. The payroll company ADP said that its small business customers added 58,000 jobs last month, up from 50,000 in April. The company also revised its … Continue reading