7 Tax Tips about Reporting Foreign Income
Are you a U.S. citizen or resident who worked abroad last year? Did you receive income from a foreign source in 2014? If you answered ‘yes’ to either of those questions here are seven tax tips you should know about foreign income:
5 Key Points about Children with Investment Income
Special tax rules may apply to some children who receive investment income. The rules may affect the amount of tax and how to report the income. Here are five key points to keep in mind if your child has investment income:
Social Security Benefits and Your Taxes
If you receive Social Security benefits, you may have to pay federal income tax on part of your benefits. These IRS tips will help you determine whether or not you need to pay taxes on your benefits. They also explain the best way to file your tax return.
Education Tax Credits : Two Benefits to Help You Pay for College
Did you pay for college in 2014? If you did it can mean tax savings on your federal tax return. There are two education credits that can help you with the cost of higher education. The credits may reduce the amount of tax you owe on your tax return. Here are some important facts you…
Make A Mistake? Amend Your Tax Return
Don’t worry if you made a mistake on your tax return or forgot to claim a tax credit or deduction. You can fix it by filing an amended return. Here are 10 tips that you should know about amending your federal tax return:
Top Six Things You Should Know about the Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit may save you money at tax-time if you have a qualified child. Here are six things you should know about the credit.
Claiming a Tax Deduction for Medical and Dental Expenses
Your medical expenses may save you money at tax time, but a few key rules apply. Here are some tax tips to help you determine if you can claim a tax deduction:
How to Determine if the Net Investment Income Tax Applies to You
If you have income from investments, you may be subject to the Net Investment Income Tax. You may owe this tax if you receive investment income and your income for the year is more than certain limits. Here are some key tips you should know about this tax:
Taxable or Not – What You Need to Know about Income
All income is taxable unless the law excludes it. Here are some basic rules you should know to help you file an accurate tax return:
Ten Facts That You Should Know about Capital Gains and Losses
When you sell a capital asset the sale results in a capital gain or loss. A capital asset includes most property you own for personal use or own as an investment. Here are 10 facts that you should know about capital gains and losses:
