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Tax Credits

Tax Credit vs Deduction

Use Tax Breaks to Lower Your IRS Bill As you probably know, tax credits and tax deductions can help reduce your overall income tax liability.…


What Is A Tax Credit?

Understanding Tax Credits & How They Lower Your Tax Liability Many people are under the impression that tax credits and tax deductions are the same thing. While they are…


What’s the best tax break for childcare expenses?

Most working parents have only one way of getting a tax break on the expenses they pay for childcare – the special tax credit allowed…


Smart move: Deduct your relocation expenses

Did you move for a job last year? You may be entitled to a deduction for your unreimbursed moving expenses.NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Did you…


Do I need my babysitter’s Social Security number?

Mary Poppins might play hard ball if you ask for her social. Here's a spoonful of tax advice to help you get her on the…


Tax Credits

What Are Tax Credits & How Do They Lower Your Tax Bill? Tax credits can help reduce your liability dollar-for-dollar. That being said, they generally…


The Elderly and Disabled Tax Credit

If you are a person aged 65 or older, or you are disabled, you may be able to claim the Elderly and Disabled Tax Credit…


Tax Credits

Lower Your Taxes By Claiming Tax Credits On Form 1040 Ask anyone and they will surely tell you they pay too much in taxes. Fortunately,…