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Last week we talked about the expiring Bush Tax Cuts and what that could mean for the 2013 tax brackets. Without Congressional action before the end of December, almost everyone will be hit will some type of tax increase. This week we are discussing the list of the expiring benefits and how all taxpayers will be affected. Be sure to check the list for items that will apply to you to get an idea of how your tax situation will be impacted. [Read More...]
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When filing your taxes this upcoming year, you will be filing your taxes for 2012 and therefore can determine the amount of taxes you owe by the 2012 income tax brackets. However, the current Bush-Era tax cuts are about to expire and you may be affected. There are three possible scenarios for the 2013 tax brackets, and Congress has until December 31, 2012 to decide.
When filing your taxes this upcoming year, you will be filing your taxes for 2012 and therefore can determine the amount of taxes you owe by the 2012 income tax brackets. However, the current Bush-Era tax cuts are about to expire and you may be affected. There are three possible scenarios for the 2013 tax brackets, and Congress has until December 31, 2012 to decide. [Read More...]
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When Hurricane Sandy hit in late October, over 60 million Americans were affected. That means that 1 in 5 Americans are facing some kind of recovery from the storm. If you are one of these many Americans that are facing material loss or damage, or were affected by this super-storm, you could be eligible for some tax relief. Following recent disaster declarations for individual assistance issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the IRS announced November 2, 2012 that affected taxpayers in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York will receive tax relief. Other locations may be added in coming days based on additional damage assessments by FEMA. [Read More...]


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The Internal Revenue Service is warning about a new tax scam using a website that mimics the IRS e-Services online registration page. Criminals are using it to lure people into providing personal and financial information that may be used to steal the victim’s identity.
The Internal Revenue Service is warning about a new tax scam using a website that mimics the IRS e-Services online registration page. Criminals are using it to lure people into providing personal and financial information that may be used to steal the victim’s identity.
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