Five Tax Credits that Can Reduce Your Taxes

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A tax credit reduces the amount of tax you must pay. A refundable tax credit not only reduces the federal tax you owe, but also could result in a refund.

Important Facts about Mortgage Debt Forgiveness

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If your lender cancelled or forgave your mortgage debt, you generally have to pay tax on that amount. But there are exceptions to this rule for some homeowners who had

Eight Tax Benefits for Parents

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Your children may help you qualify for valuable tax benefits, such as certain credits and deductions. If you are a parent, here are eight benefits you shouldn’t miss when filing

Seven Important Tax Facts about Medical and Dental Expenses

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If you paid for medical or dental expenses in 2012, you may be able to get a tax deduction for costs not covered by insurance. The IRS wants you to

Four Tax Tips about Your Unemployment Benefits

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If you received unemployment benefits this year, you must report the payments on your federal income tax return. Here are four tips from the IRS about unemployment benefits. 1. You

Four Things You Should Know if You Barter

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Small businesses sometimes barter to get products or services they need. Bartering is the trading of one product or service for another. Usually there is no exchange of cash. An

IRS: Four Ways to Get Free Tax Help

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Many of us need information when preparing our federal income tax returns, like which form to use or how to claim a credit. The IRS offers free information and services

Ten Facts about Capital Gains and Losses

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The term “capital asset” for tax purposes applies to almost everything you own and use for personal or investment purposes. A capital gain or loss occurs when you sell a

IRS YouTube Video – How to Check on Your Refund

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With the April 15 tax filing deadline approaching, the Internal Revenue Service created a new YouTube video to provide taxpayers more details and tips to check on their tax refund.

Social Security Benefits and Your Taxes

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Some people must pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. If you get Social Security, you should receive a Form SSA-1099, Social Security Benefit Statement, by early February. The form