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Early Distribution from Retirement Plans May Have a Tax Impact
Taxpayers may sometimes find themselves in situations when they need to withdraw money from their retirement plan early. What they may not realize is that that transaction may mean a tax impact when they file their return. Here are 10 … Continue reading
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Dirty Dozen Tax Scams
The Internal Revenue Service has issued its annual “Dirty Dozen” tax scams list, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to protect themselves against a wide range of schemes ranging from identity theft to return preparer fraud. The Dirty … Continue reading
Ten Things to Know about Free IRS Volunteer Tax Help
Millions of taxpayers qualify for free tax preparation assistance from IRS-sponsored community-based, volunteer programs. Here are 10 things the IRS wants you to know about these volunteer programs. 1. The IRS sponsors both the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and … Continue reading
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Eight Things to Know about Medical and Dental Expenses and Your Taxes
If you, your spouse or dependents had significant medical or dental costs in 2011, you may be able to deduct those expenses when you file your tax return. Here are eight things the IRS wants you to know about medical … Continue reading
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The Child Tax Credit: 11 Key Points
The Child Tax Credit is available to eligible taxpayers with qualifying children under age 17. The IRS would like you to know these eleven facts about the child tax credit. 1. Amount With the Child Tax Credit, you may be able … Continue reading
Tax Law Changes for 2011 Federal Tax Returns
Before you file your 2011 federal income tax return in 2012, you should be aware of a few important tax changes that took effect in 2011. Check www.IRS.gov before you file for updates on any new legislation that may affect … Continue reading
Seven Tips to Help You Determine if Your Social Security Benefits are Taxable
Many people may not realize the Social Security benefits they received in 2011 may be taxable. All Social Security recipients should receive a Form SSA-1099 from the Social Security Administration which shows the total amount of their benefits. You can … Continue reading
Safeguard Your Refund – Choose Direct Deposit
Direct deposit is the fastest, safest way to receive your tax refund. When a taxpayer combines e-file and direct deposit, the IRS will likely issue your refund in as few as 10 days. Here are four reasons more than 79 … Continue reading
Five Tips for Recently Married or Divorced Taxpayers with a Name Change
If you changed your name after a recent marriage or divorce, the IRS reminds you to take the necessary steps to ensure the name on your tax return matches the name registered with the Social Security Administration. A mismatch between … Continue reading
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