Tag Archives: We Can Help

Taxing Women

States and cities across the country are finally coming to terms with the fact that feminine hygiene products are a necessity for women and are passing legislation to get rid of sales tax surrounding these items. The California Assembly Bill … Continue reading

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Surprises in Your Car

It’s officially road trip season and it’s common to allow your friend or significant other to take the wheel for a while so you can have a break from driving. Unfortunately for one Missouri driver, after being pulled over, one … Continue reading

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Tax Break for College Students

College students are always looking to save money in any way they can, especially when it comes to taxes. Fortunately for them, Uncle Sam gives them two potential credits, the American Opportunity Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit, in order … Continue reading

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It’s Called Random Drug Testing for a Reason

Many people work at companies where drug testing is common practice in order to retain employment. Recently, a Missouri resident tried to refuse a mandatory drug test by their employer based on the idea that it was inhumane and unfair … Continue reading

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Missouri Use Tax

Be careful what you buy on Amazon and other online stores! All tangible personal property that you store, use, or consume in the state of Missouri is subject to a use tax. It does not apply, however, to goods that … Continue reading

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Judges Have to Pay Their Taxes Too

A former U.S. Tax Court Judge and her husband have been indicted for obstructing an IRS audit and conspiracy to evade taxes of more than $400,000. It was found that for part of her term, Diane Kroupa and her husband … Continue reading

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Abandoning Your Children

Missouri law allows the termination of a parent’s rights if the parent abandons the child for at least six (6) months.  When determining whether a parent’s rights should be terminated, all of the relevant facts and circumstances should be looked … Continue reading

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Ways to Pay

There are a few different ways to pay the IRS. The IRS Direct Pay allows you to have your tax bill deducted directly out of your checking or savings account.  There is no charge for this option. The IRS also … Continue reading

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Offer-in-Compromise

An Offer-in-Compromise is an agreement between the IRS and the taxpayer that settles the taxpayer’s tax debt and allows the taxpayer to pay less than the full amount that is owed.  Whenever you watch TV and you see a commercial … Continue reading

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