Despite bipartisan support for extending a temporary payroll tax cut for the rest of 2012, lawmakers have yet to close the deal.
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Taxes
- How to Avoid an IRS Audit
Before you file your taxes, know about red flags that can prompt a second look from the IRS.
Big Tax Mines That Could Blow Up Your ReturnLearn how to navigate your tax return and avoid major mistakes.
- Tax Deductions: Enjoy Them While You Can
Most taxpayers claim the standard deduction, but if ever there was a time to make the most of valuable tax deductions and credits, it might be now, before they disappear.
Videos
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Middle Class Tax Deductions and …
Mon, Feb 6, 2012 3:00 AM EST
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See how the Dellinger family can take advantage of deductions and credits. Read the article here.
Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Wed, Feb 1, 2012 6:30 AM EST
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Saving money is great for our budgets, so, what about tax ‘coupons’? I’m talking about deductions. Read the article here.
Tax Documents You Shouldn't Be …
Tue, Jan 17, 2012 3:00 AM EST
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Carmen Wong Ulrich walks you through the five most important documents to have on hand to start filing your taxes this year. Read the article here.
Editors’ Picks
- IRS Steps In for Nonfilers, at a Potentially …
When the I.R.S. detects that a person did not file a tax return, it eventually does the job itself, but without including all sorts of possible deductions.
- Tax Tips for February
We all know what’s on Mark Zuckerberg’s to-do list this February. He’s taking Facebook public. When it comes to taxes, you have things to do, too, even if not on the same titanic scale.
- When Is the Best Time to File Your Tax …
The tax law sets deadlines for filing income tax returns. But there is room to maneuver.
- Thanks Mitt and Newt: A Dozen Tax Tips …
Ideas that might help you with your taxes ... and maybe even save you some money.
- 5 Reasons to File Your Taxes Early
While employers are required to issue W-2 forms to their employees by the end of January, "tax day" doesn't arrive until mid-April, which provides a nice three-month window to work on--or simply ...
- IRS Audit Red Flags: The Dirty Doze …
Although there's no sure way to avoid being audited, your chances increase depending upon various factors.