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Do I Qualify For The Earned Income Tax Credit?

If you earned $49,078 or less last year, it is highly likely that you will be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Although the EITC has existed for decades, it’s been improved and expanded over the years. Yet, 20% or approximately 5 million eligible workers and their families don’t claim the credit when they file. Find out if you qualify for this credit. Read More.

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You may be able to get you income tax refund a bit quicker with a refund anticipation check. But you need to keep in mind that there will be fees to pay, cutting into the amount of cash you'll wind up with in your pocket. .
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Are Your Frequent Flyer Miles Now Taxable?

The constant changes airlines are implementing to their frequent flyer programs should not be the only thing to worry about for your miles. Now, you could actually also be on the hook for taxes. Read More.

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If this applies to you and you never mentioned anything to your employer in 2011, it's important to follow certain steps so you can recover the amount of social security taxes you overpaid. .
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When Can I Expect to Receive My Tax Refund This Year?

The IRS warned that tax refunds could be delayed by as much as a week compared to initial projections. The agency is working on “fine-tuning” their anti-fraud systems which may delay refunds for certain taxpayers. When exactly can I expect to receive my refund and how do I track it? Read More.

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What Should I Do If I Receive an Incorrect 1099 Form?


As it happens ever year, many 1099 forms may be incorrect or issued late. What should you do if you are the recipient of this form? .
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While there may be some benefits to the tax, small business owners and retirees may be inadvertently penalized by the proposed plan. .
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What Questions Should Small Businesses Ask Their Accountant?


Many small businesses that have an accountant usually go through the motions when tax season rolls around. They meet with their accountant, handover their books for the year, the accountant prepares the return, and they both call it a day. While that sounds effortless, that's not a very smart way for businesses to handle their relationships with their accountants. .
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What Should I Know Before Meeting With My Accountant?

Well armed is well prepared when it comes to preparing your federal tax return, so the more information and documentation you have on hand before you begin, the quicker and easier the process will be. You don’t want any errors that might leave you open for an IRS audit or assessment of penalties. Read More.

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2010 Roth IRA Converters Owe Some Tax This Year

In 2010, many traditional IRA holders converted to a Roth because the principal and appreciation grows tax free. Now, it’s time to start paying taxes for the conversion, if you haven’t already. Read More.

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