When you are a small business owner, every little bit counts, so by knowing what expenses you can deduct from your taxes, you are able to make your business even more successful. Sometimes the littlest things can be forgotten, but those things are often what can make the...
Spending your time and effort in school can feel twice as hard as work and when you realize that you aren’t getting paid a dime it can be downright rotten! Here are some breaks that the government has given students in order to help them make it through school without keeling...
The government shutdown has had a serious impact on taxpayers. All Revenue Officers are furloughed, the Automated Collection Site, the Taxpayer Advocate Service and even the Tax Court are closed. To make matters worse, the automated part of the IRS is still running. Clients...
When we hear the word “taxes” there are often a variety of feelings attached and none of them are that pleasant. It is good to really understand the “why” behind taxes and how tax laws are passed so we can alleviate some of that pain. The House of Representatives Just like a...
When we think about Independence Day, our minds recall the blackness of night broken up with bursts of red, white, and blue. We celebrate our independence with music, parties, and fireworks, dreaming about what it must have been like for Sir Francis Scott Key to watch bombs...
If you are a student, you know how costly an education can be. Not only are tuition costs high, but you must also pay for textbooks, housing, and other necessities. For students who are making little to no money while they study, money can be very tight. For this reason, many...
The Marketplace Fairness Act is a bill that the United States Congress is currently considering. The bill states that companies with an online presence would need to collect State’s sales tax on the products they sell online. This bill does not impose any new taxes; rather the...
It has become an increasingly common occurrence and thousands of Americans fall victim to it every year. It is so profitable that some street gangs are beginning to turn to it over selling drugs or prostitution because it garners them more money. And while Identity theft may...
Tax season has arrived. Since April 15th has come and gone, now is the time to start thinking about that (hopefully) hefty chunk of change you will receive for your tax refund. For some people, getting their tax refund is one of their favorite times of the year. Although it...
The ides of April have come and gone, which means the due date for taxes has likewise passed. With taxes already filed, many are now waiting anxiously for their tax refunds. When will I receive my tax refund? That is a question than many people would like to know the answer...