Taxes
Obama, HUD considering home renters tax credit
President Obama and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development have proposed a home renter's tax credit to offset soaring rents.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Tax refunds and tax fraud are increasing
The average amount of an income tax refund has increased over the past few years and so have fraudulent deductions on income tax returns.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Tax day: Nearly half of Americans owe nothing
Income tax returns are due today, April 18. Here are some surprising facts about taxes in the U.S. For example, 45 percent don't owe them.
Monday, April 18th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
First-time homebuyer tax credit: Get ready to pay
The first payment on the $7,500 first-time homebuyer tax credit from 2008 is due with the 2010 tax return for anyone who received the credit.
Friday, April 15th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
City of San Francisco grants Twitter a payroll tax break
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors has voted in favor of granting Twitter and other technology companies a sizable payroll tax holiday.
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Bizarre tax deductions to brighten your tax day
Here are some of the more bizarre tax deductions ever attempted in the United States. File under “Don't try this at home.”
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Frivolous tax arguments are amusing, but the IRS penalty is not
When it comes to frivolous tax arguments, the Internal Revenue Service has zero tolerance for clowning around in the name of tax evasion.
Thursday, March 24th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Relocated for work? Consider deducting moving expenses
Moving expenses can be tax deductions, as long as they are business related. It doesn't matter if you are an employee or self-employed.
Monday, March 14th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Keep an eye out for commonly overlooked tax deductions
Millions of Americans hand the IRS hard-earned money that they could keep because they overlook deductions hiding in complicated U.S. tax code.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Clock is ticking on $1.1 billion in unclaimed 2007 tax refunds
Low-income taxpayers who didn't file for 2007 could have money coming thanks to the Earned Income Tax Credit ...
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Why the Alternative Minimum Tax should be changed by Congress
The AMT was created four decades ago to close loopholes for wealthy taxpayers, but today it places an extra tax burden on the middle class.
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Self-filing taxes is better than giving preparers a pay day
Tax season is rapidly approaching. Many people would be surprised to know how easy it is to self file their taxes and save some serious cash.
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
You Are Not Supposed To Know Cash Advances Online Do Not Require Any Credit
Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.
Treasury to send out fast cash from tax refunds on prepaid cards
The U.S. Treasury is launching a pilot program that lets taxpayers choose to get their tax refunds on a prepaid debit card instead of a check.
Thursday, January 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Tax filing deadline extended to April 18, 2011
Procrastinators, rejoice; the tax filing season for 2010 has been stretched out by a few days to April 18, 2011, thanks to Emancipation Day.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
H&R Block stops offering short term loans against tax refunds
H&R Block has been forced out of offering short term loans against tax refunds. The company will try to offer alternatives to refund loans.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Personal Online Lending and How It Can Make or Break Your Family Budget During Hard Times
Hard times befall us all but you do not have to break your budget to pay your bills. Use personal loans responsibly to avoid penlaties and late fees.
How your payroll tax holiday can really mean something this year
Much of the $240 billion payroll tax holiday will be spent on lattes, but discipline can turn yours into real money and savings on interest.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Ensure your happy new year with a year-end financial checklist
Before you pop the cork on New Year's Day, find some extra 2010 tax deductions and make your 2011 financial resolutions to have a better year.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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