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New IRS YouTube Video – How to Check on Your Refund

Posted on January 21, 2016 by FCA Admin

  Issue Number:    Special Edition IRS Tax Tip 2013-06   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. The … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Tax Season

Posted on December 3, 2015 by FCA Admin

Tax season is upon us.  My personal belief is that preparation is key to making it through tax season.  Many people become overwhelmed by all of the forms and deadlines.  Well, to help you get organized for this tax season, … Continue reading →

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Deducting Moving Expenses

Posted on May 18, 2015 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-20 Inside This Issue If you move because of your job, you may be able to deduct the cost of the move on your tax return. You may be able to deduct your … Continue reading →

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Six Tips for People Who Owe Taxes

Posted on April 18, 2015 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-18  Inside This Issue While most people get a refund from the IRS when they file their taxes, some do not. If you owe federal taxes, the IRS has several ways for you … Continue reading →

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Five Basic Tax Tips about Hobbies

Posted on March 18, 2015 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-15 Inside This Issue Millions of people enjoy hobbies that are also a source of income. Some examples include stamp and coin collecting, craft making, and horsemanship. You must report on your tax return the … Continue reading →

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Job Hunting Expenses

Posted on February 18, 2015 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:   IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-14 Inside This Issue   Many people change their job in the summer. If you look for a new job in the same line of work, you may be able to deduct some … Continue reading →

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Vacation Home Rentals

Posted on January 18, 2015 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-13 Inside This Issue If you rent a home to others, you usually must report the rental income on your tax return. But you may not have to report the income if the rental period … Continue reading →

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Tips on Travel While Giving to Charity

Posted on November 19, 2014 by FCA Admin

  Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-06 Inside This Issue   Do you plan to donate your services to charity this summer? Will you travel as part of the service? If so, some travel expenses may help lower your taxes … Continue reading →

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Special Tax Benefits for Members of the Armed Forces

Posted on October 6, 2014 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2014-07 Inside This Issue Special tax benefits apply to members of the U. S. Armed Forces. For example, some types of pay are not taxable. And special rules may apply to some tax deductions, credits … Continue reading →

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Parents and Students: Check Out College Tax Benefits for 2012 and Years Ahead

Posted on May 21, 2014 by FCA Admin

Issue Number:    IR-2013-22 Inside This Issue WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded parents and students that now is a good time to see if they qualify for either of two college education tax credits or any of several other … Continue reading →

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