Many of you see us only at tax time, when your main focus is on completing and filing your tax return. As a result, you may not realize that you can ask us questions about long-term tax planning [...]
This time of the year, many employers will request from their employees updated W-4 forms (and the equivalent state form for those who live in a state with income tax). The W-4 form allows you [...]
Have you received all of your W-2s? These documents are essential for completing individual tax returns. You should receive a Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, from all of your employers each [...]
What should you do when you receive a letter from the Internal Revenue Service or a state or local tax authority about a tax question or problem? Panic may be the answer that first comes to mind, [...]
Don’t wait around for a paper check. Have your federal (and state, if applicable) tax refund deposited directly into your bank account. Selecting Direct Deposit is a secure and convenient way to [...]
Effective for tax years beginning in 2013, taxpayers can elect a simplified deduction – Safe Harbor Home Office Deduction – for the business use of the taxpayer’s home.
Here are some tax tips for recently married taxpayers to help you avoid stress at tax time. Notify the Social Security Administration — Report any name change to the Social Security [...]
Low- and moderate-income workers can take steps to save for retirement and at the same time earn a special tax credit. The saver’s credit helps offset part of the first $2,000 that workers [...]
March 2013 March 01 Farmers and Fishermen – File your 2012 income tax return (Form 1040) and pay any tax due. However, you have until April 15 to file if you paid your 2012 estimated tax by [...]
