IRS alerts taxpayers to latest tax scam
The IRS has issued a warning about the latest phone scam. The caller claims to be from the IRS and tells the intended victims they [...]
Parents can cut taxes with child-related credits
Are you a parent? Give yourself some credit – a child-related tax credit, that is. Here are two that can reduce your 2013 federal income [...]
The AMT: Will this tax apply to you?
What's your alternative minimum tax (AMT) preference? Though you might prefer to not think about the AMT, certain income and deductions, known as preference items, [...]
Who must file a 2013 income tax return?
The rules for filing 2013 tax returns are straightforward for most people. Marital status, age, and income level are generally the determining factors. Here's a [...]
How to maximize your tax deduction after a disaster strikes
Fire, flood, tornado. Violent weather can wreak emotional and financial havoc. If your home, vehicle, or other personal property is damaged or destroyed by a [...]
Check the tax rules before lending money to relatives
There are many worthwhile reasons to lend money to a relative. For example, you may want to help a child or sibling continue their education [...]
Don’t overlook the “nanny tax”
As you review your filing requirements for 2013, make sure you don't overlook the so-called "nanny tax." If you have a household employee, you could [...]
Employees get more than a paycheck
Surveys show that employees tend to underestimate the amount of money that their employer is spending on employee benefits. It's up to you to get [...]
Are disability insurance benefits taxable?
Have you decided to include disability insurance as part of your financial plan? If so, the next decision is how to pay the premiums. Here's [...]
Should you use a bank line of credit?
Just exactly what is a bank line of credit and who should be using one? A bank line of credit is not a great deal [...]
