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Kansas City StarIRS Goes Social to Get Your Tax DollarsOhMyGov! (blog)By Jack B. Winn Apr 17 2012, 02:10 PM Today is the last day to file your federal tax return, and the Internal Revenue Service has taken to social media to spread the word. In the past month, the agency everyone loves to hate sent 510 tweets out to ...IRS: Fake filers are stealing refundsWJXT JacksonvilleDon't wait for Social Security check in the mailWBXHID thieves find a new way to make money -- your tax returnPlain Dealerall 520 news articles »
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Christian Science MonitorTax day at White House: Obama gets big refund. Is that normal?Christian Science MonitorThe IRS owes Barack and Michelle Obama $24515. The majority of known presidential tax returns have resulted in refunds, with the interesting exception of the year before or after an inauguration. By Peter Grier, Staff writer / April 17, 2012 President ...and more »
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The Pale King's Depiction of IRS Gets Fact-CheckedDaily BeastDavid Foster Wallace's posthumous tax-obsessed novel 'The Pale King' gets fact checked against what really happens at the IRS. Do tax collectors sometimes drive ice-cream trucks? Do special Social Security numbers set them apart from the rest of ...and more »
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Today's THVLast Chance: 10 Last-Minute Filing Tips for Tax DayPatch.comToday, April 17, is tax day, the deadline for filing your federal taxes with the Internal Revenue Service. Here are 10 tips to help you meet the deadline and get your return right. Millions of people will wait to the last minute to file their 2011 ...It is tax day. You've had an extra two days so I hope that you're ready. But ...Today's THVStatistically speaking, that's some tax codeLimaOhio.comThe 'Dirty Dozen' tax scams the IRS wants you to avoidWashington PostThe Detroit News -Newton Kansan -Huffington Postall 315 news articles »
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Pentagon defends millions to contractorTucson CitizenBecause the owners had entered into agreements to pay the overdue taxes with the Internal Revenue Service, they were not required to tell the Pentagon about their tax debt, acting Undersecretary of Defense Frank Kendall wrote in a letter to Sen.and more »
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A taxing dilemma: Stress over filing can be harmful to your healthDanbury News TimesDon't forget to file The IRS deadline for filing your tax return this year is Tuesday. For more information, visit www.irs.gov. There are some things that you definitely shouldn't do while behind the wheel of your car, such as texting, reading, ...and more »
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Christian Science MonitorIRS code talker: 1040 reasons you should know Nina OlsonChristian Science MonitorNina Olson is the National Taxpayer Advocate – the voice of the public at the IRS. She's trying to help you navigate the tax code you love to loathe. By Mark Trumbull, Staff writer / April 12, 2012 It was supposed to be her benevolent deed for the day ...IRS Enlists Tax Day to Push Consumers to SaveWall Street JournalIRS takes on Tax Day identity theftAlaska DispatchIRS has plans available for late tax paymentsThe Register-Guardmsnbc.com -Washington Post -New York Times (blog)all 807 news articles »
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...income tax returns. We provided nearly $416 billion in refunds to these taxpayers and collected $2.4 trillion in Federal revenue. We provided taxpayer assistance through 319 million visits to IRS.gov and assisted nearly 83 million taxpayers via our toll-free...
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Los Angeles TimesIRS clarifies its stand on whether airline miles are taxableLos Angeles TimesCitibank is notifying the Internal Revenue Service that the airline miles it gave customers represent miscellaneous income, leaving customers on the hook for paying related taxes. (Justin Sullivan, Getty Images / January 30, 2012) By David Lazarus That ...Senator to Citi: Enough already with the tax forms for frequent-flier milesInvestmentNewsSenator Asks Citi To Stop Reporting Frequent Flier Miles As Taxable IncomeThe Consumeristall 22 news articles »
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USA TODAYIRS delays refunds for early tax filersWKYC-TVThe IRS told tax professionals in an IRS alert Thursday afternoon that the one-week delay for some refunds relates to fine-tuning IRS systems to adjust for new safeguards put in place this tax season to provide stronger protection against refund fraud.IRS Warns of Identity Theft, Tax FraudLoanSafeSome early federal tax refunds will be delayed a weekSun-Sentinel (blog)Susan Tompor: Tax-return scheme delays early filers' IRS refundsLivingston DailySan Jose Mercury Newsall 39 news articles »
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IRS Audit: Big Charity Filed Misleading Tax ReturnForbesIn a blistering audit report, the Internal Revenue Service says Food for the Hungry, the big Phoenix-based charity, overstated the value of donated goods received and distributed during 2008 to “mislead the public in order to raise more funds.IRS Levies Fine on Food for the Hungry Over Drug ValuationsChronicle of Philanthropy (subscription)all 2 news articles »
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ForbesSusan Tompor: Tax return scheme delays early filers' IRS refundsDetroit Free PressThey're going to wait possibly a week or so longer than expected to get refunds as the Internal Revenue Service attempts a tougher crackdown on criminals who file fake returns to snag illegal refunds early in the season. We got news of one such case ...How to avoid, or win, an IRS audit or court battleWECT-TV6New IRS regulation is no help to whistleblowersWhistleblowers Protection Blog (blog)Tax Deadline is Extended to April 17 This YearTCPalmTax Law Home (blog) -KSPR -The Downey Patriotall 178 news articles »
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...system which brought together all three main revenue agencies namely Customs Excise and Preventive Service (CEPS), Internal Revenue Services (IRS) and the Value Added Tax Service (VAT) under one umbrella would lead to a reduction in the staff strength of the...
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...naturally, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has concocted new regulations that make the preparation of tax returns even more difficult and costly. The new rules require tax preparers who aren’t lawyers or Certified Public Accountants to obtain a “Preparer...
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CBS NewsTax Bill too Big? IRS Offers Payment OptionsFox BusinessIf this year's tax filing deadline will be a "pay" day for you and you don't have the cash, the Internal Revenue Service gives you several payment options. First, even if you can't pay your tax bill, go ahead and file your return on time. ...Why today isn't tax dayCBS NewsWhat To Do When You Can't Pay Your Taxes By AprilThe Business InsiderExercising taxpayer rightsPhiladelphia Inquirermsnbc.com -Bizjournals.com -Patch.comall 955 news articles »
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NikSoft Systems Corp. Awarded Total Information Processing Support Services ...Business Wire (press release)These contracts are the primary procurement vehicles for technology-related services within the Internal Revenue Service and other Treasury bureaus. Thirty-three companies were selected as prime contractors on this multiple award contract among the ...and more »
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Kansas.com (blog)IRS Watchdog Seeks Overhaul of Tax CodeWall Street JournalShe also said taxpayers often make inadvertent errors that can leave them paying too much or facing enforcement action from the Internal Revenue Service if they pay too little. Ms. Olson recommended that lawmakers simplify tax laws regarding ...Few small businesses would pay higher taxesKansas.com (blog)all 9 news articles »
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Internal Revenue Service should make it easier for people who have children to figure out which tax breaks they qualify for.
The internal revenue service should create a uniform definition for children under 19 and eliminate the 'student exception.'
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IRS recognizes Columbus area resident for years of volunteer tax assistanceExaminer.comCOLUMBUS, Ohio– The Internal Revenue Service, here, recently recognized Louise White as a “Milestone Member” for 23 years providing free tax assistance to area residents as part of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. ...Tax help offered all weekendSan Antonio ExpressTax preparation help for low-income familiesWZZMArtists File In for HelpWall Street Journalall 11 news articles »
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"During the fiscal year, IRS employees processed 230 million returns, including individual income, corporation income, and employment income tax returns. We provided $467 billion in refunds to these taxpayers and collected $2.3 trillion for the Federal g
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International Business TimesIRS urges thousands of Washington State tax preparers to register nowSeattle Post Intelligencer (blog)The Internal Revenue Service is contacting more than 19000 Washington State tax return preparers to remind them they must renew their Preparer Tax ...IRS Official's Speech Is Grist For Tea Party MillForbes (blog)To Prepare 2010 Tax Returns IRS Suggests Publication 17 Online or Hard CopyPersonal Finance BulletinAlabama tax return preparer, charged with tax fraud, ID theft, faces up to 94 ...International Business TimesNewsBlaze -WebCPAall 16 news articles »
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Local DigestWashington Post... related to his oversight of a nonprofit organization that is not registered with the Internal Revenue Service or in good standing with city regulators. ...and more »
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Wisconsin Law Journal (blog)Problems Found with IRS Decision on Private Debt CollectorsWebCPABy WebCPA Staff The Internal Revenue Service's comparative study of its private debt collection program was not designed soundly enough to support its ...Exeter chiropractor gets two years for tax evasionFoster's Daily DemocratGAO: IRS study flawed on ending private debt collectorsThe Hill (blog)IRS Pressed to Fight Tax Evasion by Business NetworksWebCPANASDAQ -Boston Globe -Seacoastonline.comall 20 news articles »
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The 25-year-old singer (real name: Omarion Grandberry) owes $110,585 in unpaid taxes dating back to 2003, reports the Detroit News. Omarion reportedly failed to pay income taxes in 2003, 2005 and 2006—at the height of his fame with boy band B2K—and also
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Schroeder guilty on IRS chargeWREX-TV(AP) - A federal jury has found an Illinois man guilty of conspiring to impede the Internal Revenue Service. Thomas Schroeder was acquitted on Wednesday on ...Felner associate 'stunned' by guilty verdict on IRS countLouisville Courier-JournalSplit Verdict For Former Felner AssociateWFPLall 14 news articles »
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Long Beach Police Team With Internal Revenue ServiceGazette NewspapersThe Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) officially has formed a joint task force with the Internal Revenue Service, ...
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Town HallJackson Hewitt narrows 1Q loss as expenses fallThe Associated PressBuckley noted during a conference call to discuss results that the Internal Revenue Service will no longer let tax preparers know if an individual has ...Jackson Hewitt Reports Fiscal 2011 First Quarter ResultsMarketWatch (press release)all 91 news articles »
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Healthcare company owner admits evading payment of more than $1MMiddletown PressThis case is being investigated by the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney ...Old Saybrook business owner pleads guilty to tax evasionTheDay.comall 2 news articles »
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Active duty members of the United States Military can have their taxes prepared and filed free of charge. This service is available on military bases worldwide through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) personnel, who have been especially trained
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Every year, millions of Americans receive a tax refund check from the Internal Revenue Service, and they thing it's great. In essence, however, much of this refund represent that your income taxes have been overpaid. The Internal Revenue Service is
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If a rich person dies Thursday night, almost half of their wealth will go to the Internal Revenue Service. If they hang on till Friday, their heirs will be a lot richer. Maybe. Amy Scott reports.
KAI RYSSDAL: Estate planning is about to get a lot more
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To learn from other's mistakes is one of the best philosophies of life. It is also very applicable to small business and taxes. Here are some common mistakes of small businesses for you to avoid.
In an effort to avoid payroll taxes, some small
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If any of the following circumstances apply to you personally, you might regard them as a signal that you should consider hiring a tax attorney.
If you can't remember the last time you filed an income tax return with the Internal revenue Service, you
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If you continue to carry a balance due on your Internal Revenue Service account after having received notices number 501 and 503, the Internal Revenue Service will begin getting aggressive about your back taxes. They will start by issuing notice number
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In past articles, we have talked about your options for paying taxes to the Internal Revenue Service. We have discussed the options of paying off your debt in installments or by an Offer in Compromise. Yet, allow me to say that the best idea is to
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Taxpayers struggle and stress about their income tax returns every year. When the return has finally been filed and the taxes paid or the refund spent, it gets put away. But where does it go? That all depends upon how organized you are in keeping tax
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One of the biggest scams on the Internet is the sending of fake emails purported to be from the IRS. One of the most recent uses the threat of unreported income to attract your attention. The email says that the IRS is investigating
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Even if you file your eBay business as such for income tax purposes, the Internal Revenue Service might refuse to recognize it as anything other than a hobby, also refusing business deductions and losses, as well.
You are in business if your business
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One of the biggest fears Americans face is the fear of being audited by the Internal Revenue Service. It's so bad that fear of an IRS audit ranks up there near fear of a cancer diagnosis. This, of course, is just the way the Internal Revenue Service
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The Internal Revenue Service has announced plans to cut back 401K contributions in 2010. Millions of Americans save their money for retirement in these plans and the implications of reducing allowable contributions is far ranging.
The situation,
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One of the worst ideas you could ever have is to attempt to hide money from the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS is the very best collection agency in the world. Sure, you might get away with it for some period of time, but you will never be in the
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...underreporting their earnings while still claiming their full mortgage interest as a deduction. In many cases, when the Internal Revenue Service crunches the numbers, the agency discovers that there is no way a person with this income could be making these...
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If you owe the Internal Revenue Service money, chances are that they are looking for you. The agency will comb records like the DMV, bank accounts, real estate tax information, utility accounts, voter registration, and more. Most people can be
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The thought of being audited by the Internal Revenue Service gives most taxpayers pause, and with good reason. No one wants to go through the hassle of providing documentation and proof for every single tax credit, exemption, and deduction on their
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Wish you earned more than $200,000 a year? Here's at least one reason to be grateful if you don't: your chances of getting audited are extremely low. If the income you listed on your tax return last year was less than $200,000, your chances of being
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It is not recommended that you try these deductions, but they were used and the Internal Revenue Service did not dispute or contest them.
A gas station owner gave free beer to his customers and deducted the promotion as a legitimate business
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An S-corporation designation is favored for small business. The S designation is in reference to subsection S of the tax code defining corporate taxation. When determining whether to go with an S-Corp or C-Corp designation for your business, it is
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S-Corporation owners get paid in salary and in a percentage of the profits. It makes sense for the S-Corporation to pay shareholder-employees a low salary because paying the profits out as a wage makes that wage subject to Social Security and Medicare
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If you earned $8,900 as a single individual or about $17,800 as a married couple in the calendar year, you have to file an income tax return. If you had enough withholding, you may not need to pay the IRS anything. However, if you owe, you need to pay
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You can lose your assets to lawsuits, creditors, or to the Internal Revenue Service for back taxes. State and federal laws decide how much protection is available to your IRA or other qualified plans.
Every defined benefit or defined contributor
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