3 Ways Your Tax Return Can Contribute to Your Financial Freedom

April 27, 2010 13:28 by author

Many people get excited for the tax return. After all, even though it isn't exactly "found" money, the tax breaks and the fact that you get a lump sum seems like a windfall. So, since this money isn't really a windfall (in many cases it's just your money coming back to you), you could us... [More]

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Tax Time Checklist

April 13, 2010 12:34 by author

Miranda Marquit

You've only got a couple of days to get your stuff together for tax day on April 15 (unless you file an extension). Whether you are preparing your own tax return, or if you have a tax professional put it together for you, there are a few things that you will need. Use a tax check... [More]

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Tax Breaks Your Children Can Provide

March 16, 2010 13:24 by author

Miranda Marquit

It's true that children can provide a number of benefits. And some of those are tax benefits. You will find that your children offer you the chance for a variety of tax credits and tax deductions. From standard credits, like the $1,000 child tax credit, to dependent care credits, to bene... [More]

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Can't Get Your Tax Return Filed in Time? Consider Filing an Extension

March 9, 2010 13:07 by author

Miranda Marquit

Many people are in circumstances that prevent them from having their documentation together so that they can file their tax returns by April 15. While it might be tempting to file an amended return later, it's actually a better idea to file a tax extension. You can file an extens... [More]

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3 Surprising 2009 Tax Deductions

February 18, 2010 15:07 by author

Miranda Marquit

Before you prepare your taxes, consider what you can deduct for 2009 -- even though it's already 2010. While expenses you deduct for job hunting need to have been spent in 2009, there are a couple other things you can do right now to reduce your tax liability. One is making a don... [More]

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4 New Tax Breaks for 2009 Taxes

February 11, 2010 13:20 by author

Miranda Marquit

The economic stimulus bill passed in early 2009 included a number of new tax breaks that can help you lower your tax liability in 2009, from new rules for the child tax credit to vehicle sales tax reductions to a new education credit. Before you figure your taxes, see if you qual... [More]

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What To Do If You Can't Pay Your Taxes

January 28, 2010 15:32 by author

Miranda Marquit

For some people, concerns about a tax audit or how to maximize tax efficiency pales when laid next to the fact that they can't pay their taxes. Your tax deficit to the government may be the result of any number of circumstances, but the bottom line is that you just may not be able to pay... [More]

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Reduce Your Chances of a Tax Audit

January 26, 2010 15:06 by author

Miranda Marquit

Tips to reduce your chances of tax audit. [More]

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Tax Time: Basic Look at a Deduction and a Credit

December 17, 2009 17:22 by author

Miranda Marquit

It's tax time, and I get a lot of questions about different aspects of taxes. I am not a tax professional, nor am I financial professional. But there are some things I know. And one of those things is the difference between a deduction and a credit. Here is a look at the essentia... [More]

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Tax Tip: Check Schedule A to See if You Should Itemize This Year

December 15, 2009 16:50 by author

Miranda Marquit

Many people do not itemize their tax deductions. If you don't check to see whether your possible itemized deductions on Schedule A (PDF available for free download on the IRS web site) of your Form 1040 exceed the standard deduction, you could be missing out. Add up deductions fo... [More]

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