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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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Go for the Big Gulp, Stay for the Tax Payments

The IRS is now offering one more way to pay your taxes – the local 7-Eleven. Individual taxpayers can elect to pay their balance in cash through OfficialPayments.com and PayNearMe. After following a few short steps, the taxpayer will be … 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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Free Cars For Car Salesman

Salesmen and saleswomen have the ability to use their employer’s vehicles tax free, both at work and at home. However, the exclusion comes with some pretty onerous requirements: 1.The salesman or saleswoman must be a full time employee 2.The car … Continue reading

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