Archive for the ‘Tax Refund’ Category
Thursday, November 19th, 2009

W-4. Photo by Roberts Donovan (cc2.0)
While do-it-yourself taxes and online filing is on the rise, some tax returns are best handled by a professional. And even if you have basic questions about this year’s tax laws, spending time with a professional can save you time and money on tax day. (more…)
Tags: accounting, irs, personal finance, refund, tax return, taxes
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Thursday, November 12th, 2009

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There is no hiding the fact that the government is doing all they can to revive the economy. The $8k first-time homebuyer tax credit has gone a long way in doing this. And now it looks as if the credit will be extended until April 2010 – as long as President Obama signs off on it. (more…)
Tags: housing, recession, refund, stimulus
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Weatherizing your home not only helps lower energy bills, but can also qualify you for tax credits under the government’s economic stimulus plan. (more…)
Tags: environment, recession, refund, stimulus, tax credit
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Thursday, October 29th, 2009

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Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner urged Congress to pass an extension to the First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit and two other important housing measures. (more…)
Tags: congress, housing, mortgage, stimulus
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Senate Democrats say they will extend the first-time home buyer tax credit ahead of the program’s Nov. 30 expiration. (more…)
Tags: congress, housing, stimulus
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Monday, October 19th, 2009

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Tax refunds are just one of the ways the government owes you cash. There are many more cases in which the government makes payments to Americans–these monies often go unclaimed. (more…)
Tags: personal finance, refund, social security, tax rebate
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Thursday, October 8th, 2009

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Did you ask for an extension on your 2008 tax return? If so, your next deadline is coming up. If you have already filed your return for 2008, you have nothing to worry about. But if you didn’t, October 15 is the deadline that you need to be aware of. (more…)
Tags: irs, refund, Tax Forms, tax return, taxes
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

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Did you know that some of the money you earn cannot be taxed. At the end of the year you can keep your earnings and get a potentially bigger refund if you’re eligible for these benefits. (more…)
Tags: irs, personal finance, refund, Tax, tax rebate
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

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More and more Americans are beginning to realize just how tight their budget has become. For this reason they are looking for any possible way to put extra money in their pocket. One way to do this, if you qualify, is by getting an advance on the earned income tax credit. For low income workers this credit can be worth thousands of valuable dollars. (more…)
Tags: recession, stimulus, tax credit
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