Although tax planning is important for investors year round, it is most important as the calendar year draws to a close. While investment decisions are made throughout the year, they are particularly critical at year end because of the potential tax implications. The United States tax code provides many tax planning opportunities for investors… Continue reading →
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4 Tax Surprises and How to Handle Them!
One thing is certain besides taxes….you probably will want to stay on IRS’s good side! Here are some common items you may come upon this tax season. These are a few terrible tax surprises and how to handle them! Alimony Collected Now that you made it through the divorce you will also have to accept… Continue reading →
Gift and Estate Tax Changes Expected to Occur at the End of 2012
The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act which was signed into law in 2010 increased the amounts of the estate, gift and generation skipping tax exemptions and, at the same time, lowered the tax rates for each of these taxes. However, unless Congress takes some action before the end of the year,… Continue reading →
5 Ways to Get Caught Cheating on Your Taxes
As unemployment and the economy continue to loom over America, you may be tempted to cheat on your taxes since what you owe seems like too much to pay. This is never a good idea. With penalties, fees, interest, and in extreme cases, jail time as possible consequences, cheating on taxes is simply not worth… Continue reading →
Late Tax Return? What Happens Next
It’s the day after taxes were due, April 18th, 2012. What do you do if you still haven’t filed your tax return? The IRS has some guidelines for what happens with returns that are past due. If the IRS doesn’t hear from you and you don’t file a return: The IRS will increase your taxes… Continue reading →
You Have to Pay Your Taxes
What is the law regarding the payment of federal income taxes? Although taxpayers are initially given the responsibility of determining the amount of tax they owe by completing and filing the appropriate tax returns, paying income taxes is not voluntary. The requirement to file an income tax return and pay income taxes is clearly stated… Continue reading →
