Changes to Look for on Your 2011 W-2
Tax time is in full swing and if you are employed, you should have received your W-2 by the end of January. This year you may find something different on your form. Full story
Articles from: February 2012
Tax Savings: The President Signed the Payroll Tax Holiday Into Law
There’s great news for working taxpayers this week. On February 22, the President signed the payroll tax holiday into law. Find out more. Full story
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Everyday Taxes in Five Major U.S. Cities
Whether you are a resident of a major city or just traveled there for something fun like the Mardi Gras, you most likely paid for items such as food, beverages, and gas. Here is our infographic presentation showing how much everyday taxes may vary across five major cities. Full story
Tax Implications of Getting Married
For most of us, the decision to get married is more about romance than finances. Today, we’ll review these important implications, as well as the tax perks available to married couples. Full story
New Baby? New Tax Deductions!
Did you have a baby? Along with the new bundle of joy here are some tax benefits you should know about. Full story
TurboTax Answers Your Most Common Tax Questions
Tax season is here and with every tax season comes a lot of great tax questions. Here the most common topics from job seekers, parents, baby boomers, and homebuyers this tax season. Full story
Repaying the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
Under 2008 legislation designed to stimulate the housing market, first-time homebuyers could claim a tax credit of up to $7,500, however beginning in 2010 taxpayers were required to pay the credit back. Find out more here. Full story
How Do I Deduct Points Paid on My Mortgage?
Besides the financial benefits of owning property with some equity, there are some tax advantages, including deducting points on your mortgage. Find out more here. Full story
Expanded Qualified Adoption Tax Credit Rules
If you choose to adopt, you might be eligible to take a tax credit for the expenses incurred and starting in tax year 2010, the tax credit was expanded in several ways to help alleviate some of the financial burden of adoption. Find out more here. Full story
How Social Security Income is Taxed
Not everyone has to pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. To see if your Social Security will be taxed, you have to look at your *combined income and your marital status. Find out more here. Full story
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