Category Archives: education

Job Hunting Expenses

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

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

  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

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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Eight Tax Benefits for Parents

Inside This Issue 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 taxes this year. 1. Dependents. In most cases, … Continue reading

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Visit IRS.gov this Summer for Tax Help

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-07 Inside This Issue Get answers to tax questions, download federal tax forms or publications or check on a charity at the IRS website – IRS.gov. The site offers free online tax support, 24 hours … Continue reading

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Five Important Tips on Gambling Income and Losses

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-24 Inside This Issue Whether you roll the dice, bet on the ponies, play cards or enjoy slot machines, you should know that as a casual gambler, your gambling winnings are fully taxable and must … Continue reading

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Who Should File a 2012 Tax Return?

Issue Number:    IRS TAX TIP 2013-01 Inside This Issue If you received income during 2012, you may need to file a tax return in 2013. The amount of your income, your filing status, your age and the type of income you … Continue reading

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More Flexible Offer-in-Compromise Terms Help Taxpayers Make a Fresh Start

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-02 Inside This Issue The IRS has expanded its “Fresh Start” initiative by offering more flexible terms to its Offer-in-Compromise Program. These newest rules enable some financially distressed taxpayers to clear up their tax problems … Continue reading

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Keep the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit in Mind for Summer Planning

Issue Number:    IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2012-01 Inside This Issue During the summer many parents may be planning the time between school years for their children while they work or look for work. The IRS wants to remind taxpayers that are … Continue reading

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