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Tax Tips for Retirement Investments
AARP News
As the April 17 federal income tax filing deadline draws closer, I'm sure you're putting the final touches on your tax return. While it will be nice to have that annual nightmare out of the way, don't finish the job without giving some thought to how ...

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FOX News Radio
TRACY'S TAX TIPS #10: CREDIT FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT IMPROVEMENTS
FOX News Radio
If you went green last year, you may be able to get some help on your taxes. If you bought new energy efficient windows, doors, insulation and certain air conditioning, heating or hot water systems, you may qaulify for a credit of 30%, or a maximum of ...

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TRACY'S TAX TIPS #6: JUST MARRIED OR DIVORCED? MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS RIGHT
FOX News Radio
Well, if you changed your name after a recent marriage or divorce, make sure the name on your tax return matches the name registered with the Social Security Administration. A mismatch between the name on your return and the SSA can cause problems in ...

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TRACY'S TAX TIPS #1: APRIL 15TH ISN'T THIS YEAR'S FEDERAL DUE DATE
FOX News Radio
That's because the deadline for filing federal tax returns is April 17th this year. Well, April 15th falls on a Sunday this year, and – believe it or not – April 16th is Emancipation Day in Washington, DC Now, Emancipation Day marks the anniversary of ...

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TRACY'S TAX TIPS #2: FINDING A “TAX GUY”
FOX News Radio
Now, if you have no interest in preparing you 2011 tax return, then get help NOW. Go find a reliable preparer quickly, before he or she gets too busy to deal with you. April 17th – remember you have a few extra days this year – shows up fast and you ...

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TRACY'S TAX TIPS #7: TAXABLE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS
FOX News Radio
So here's a tax-time zinger: Many people don't realize that their Social Security benefits are taxable. All Social Security recipients should receive Form SSA-1099, that's from the Social Security Administration, and it shows the total amount of their ...

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Tax Bill Going Up? Join AARP Webinar on Social Security and Taxes
Bradenton Herald
29, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With the April 17th tax filing deadline just around the corner, AARP is providing tips for individuals looking to protect their financial assets through retirement planning. "The recession took a huge toll on the ...
TRACY'S TAX TIPS #7: TAXABLE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITSFOX News Radio

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Mortgages at Quicken Loans (blog)
5 Easy Tax Tips for Filing Your Own Return in 2012
Mortgages at Quicken Loans (blog)
But then there's that sneaky little harbinger of stress that we all know – tax season – and it's why April 15 is circled redder than hot sauce in my planner. I'm trying my best to get prepared, and I'm sure you are too. Check out these five snazzy tips ...
Dental Insurance and Tax Returns: Top Tips for Consumers in the 2012 Tax SeasonSeattle Post Intelligencer

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Police offer tips to avoid becoming victims of tax return fraud
WCNC
by GLENN COUNTS / NewsChannel 36 Staff CHARLOTTE, NC - For most people, the day they get their tax refund check is like a holiday. Fraud investigators with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say this is the time of year when that joy is ...

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Grant Thornton LLP Offers Tips to Survive Tax Season and Prepare for 2012
Insurance News Net (press release)
There are important changes for both individuals and businesses in the 2011 and 2012 tax years, but that's not a reason to panic. "The filing season shouldn't just be about filing your tax return for last year," said Justin Ransome , tax partner in ...

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Dental Insurance and Tax Returns: Top Tips for Consumers in the 2012 Tax Season
PR Web (press release)
Today DentalInsurance.com, a leading innovator and provider of dental insurance and discount protection to individuals and employers, released tips for consumers and an infographic about using dental deductions and tax-favored health plans to gain the ...

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Accounting Today
Tax tips for the unemployed
WPDE
If you were unemployed for all or part of 2011, you still have to file taxes. "Unemployment benefits are taxable under the federal income tax code and in most states, and it's important to remember that federal income taxes are not automatically ...
Consumer Affairs cracks down on tax preparers offering "instant" refundsamNY
The government of Guam must end its practice of accepting and paying for work ...Pacific Daily News

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10 tips to avoid an audit
MSN Money
The other thing we know for sure: Certain tax decisions increase the risk of being audited. In the video below, Money Talks News founder and CPA Stacy Johnson offers three tips to avoid receiving a notice from the IRS. Check it out, and look for more ...
TRACY'S TAX TIPS #4: FILING FOR FREEFOX News Radio
Education Tax CreditsJD Supra (press release)

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Tax Bill Going Up? Join AARP Webinar on Social Security and Taxes
MarketWatch (press release)
29, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- AARP Provides Tips on Minimizing Your Tax Bill Through Retirement Planning With the April 17th tax filing deadline just around the corner, AARP is providing tips for individuals looking to protect their financial ...

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10 Tax Tips for Filing Your 2011 Tax Return from the American Institute of CPAs
inAudit (blog)
More tips to get started preparing your tax return are available on the AICPA's 360 Degrees of Taxes website. Q. When is my federal tax return due this year? A. You have two extra days this year. Your 2011 tax return must be filed by midnight Tuesday, ...

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Tips to help you get your taxes done
digitalBURG.com
“However, unscrupulous tax return preparers do exist and can cause considerable financial and legal problems for their clients. Therefore, it's important to find a qualified tax professional.” The IRS offers the following tips will help choose a ...
Tax Time: The IRS Guide to Reporting TipsModernSalon.com (blog)
Tax season can be headache-free with these expert tipsThe Southern
An estimated 6.3 million 1099-C forms reporting cancellation of debt income ...ABC News

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IRS Tax Tips: Early Distribution and Capital Gains
Patch.com
What they may not realize is that that transaction may mean a tax impact when they file their return. Here are 10 facts from the IRS about the tax implications of an early distribution from your retirement plan. Payments you receive from your ...
Tax Tip: 6 tips on a tax credit for retirement savingsKOAM-TV
Are you up to date in your understanding of mortgage interest deductions for ...Boston.com (blog)
5 Ways to Save on Your Taxes in 2012U.S. News & World Report (blog)

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Global Grind
Wisdom Wednesdays With Lynn Richardson: Tax Tips Part 3
Global Grind
GlobalGrind's financial coach, Lynn Richardson, wants to help you make 2012 better than 2011 by helping you learn how to get your money back by establishing a home-based business and maximizing your tax refund. I realize that everybody needs multiple ...

The Small Business Authority Hour Focuses on Tax Filing Tips for 2012
Bradenton Herald
28, 2012 — /PRNewswire/ -- Newtek Business Services, NASDAQ: NEWT, The Small Business Authority, announced today the next live radio broadcast focusing on tax preparation from "The Small Business Authority Studio" at 77WABC Radio in New York.

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IRS Tax Tips: Early Distribution and Capital Gains
Patch.com
What they may not realize is that that transaction may mean a tax impact when they file their return. Here are 10 facts from the IRS about the tax implications of an early distribution from your retirement plan. Payments you receive from your ...