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Tax Preparation

The real cost of hiring a tax preparer

If a tax professional catches even one deduction or credit a taxpayer would have missed, it can easily justify the cost. NEW YORK (MainStreet) —…


How to avoid getting audited

The IRS has been stepping up its efforts to ensure that Americans are accurately reporting the taxes they owe. This means that the IRS is…


Understanding and establishing ‘Material Participation’ for tax purposes

When it comes to your income taxes, U.S. tax law makes a distinction between different types of income — including income from passive investments and…


Special rules for deducting moving expenses

There are many costs associated with moving and they can really add up fast. Fortunately, if you are moving because of a new job, or…


Does it need to be said? Save your receipts for tax time

You may get a bigger tax deduction by using a tax table, but you'll never know unless you save your receipts and compare.NEW YORK (MainStreet)…


Tax deduction for moving expenses

Moving to a new home involves a lot of planning and work, and it can be costly as well. If you are moving because you…


Tax Tip: What your tax preparer needs from you

So you have chosen a tax professional to prepare your tax return. What information should you give them?NEW YORK (MainStreet) — So you have chosen…


Is It Worth It To Itemize Your Taxes

While the U.S. tax code is rife with loopholes, few people take advantage of them. Only about a third of taxpayers itemize their deductions, according…