Tax Tips

Choosing a Filing Status: Should You File Separately or Jointly?

March 19, 2012

If you're married, choosing whether to file a joint or separate tax return is contingent primarily on your specific circumstances. You may want to file a joint return… Read More

6 Most Common Tax Filing Mistakes to Avoid

March 15, 2012

Tax Day 2012 is April 17th, but don’t let those extra two days to file lull you into a sense of complacency. The time to be preparing your… Read More

Where is My Tax Refund? How to Check Status of an IRS Refund

March 13, 2012

Some people are not required to file an IRS tax return because their income falls below a certain amount. However, these same people may be owed an IRS… Read More

Common Retirement Tax Questions After Losing a Job

March 8, 2012

Losing your job is a stressful time, but don't bury your head in the sand. You need to get moving, not only to find another job but to… Read More

Tax Credits, Deductions & Advice for Seniors Filing Taxes

February 15, 2012

There are many ways through which the elderly can reduce their income taxes. Approximately 13% of the U.S. population is over the age of 65, and a large… Read More

How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft This Tax Season

February 7, 2012

Everyone is concerned about identity theft, and tax time can be of particular concern. Identity theft begins when someone gains access to your personal information - most often… Read More

Roth IRA vs. 401(k): How to Decide Which Retirement Account

February 2, 2012

Making decisions concerning your retirement account is not always an easy task because what works for one person may not be the best choice for the next. When… Read More

How to Choose a Tax Preparer to Help With Your 2011 Tax Filing

January 26, 2012

This tax season, you may want to do what millions of people do and hire a tax preparer to help you file your income tax return. To choose… Read More

IRS e-file for 2011 Income Tax Filing Now Available

January 17, 2012

The 2011 fiscal year tax season will mark more than two decades of the extremely popular and highly successful IRS e-file program. This year, there are more options… Read More

2011 Business Reporting Requirements for 1099-MISC

January 10, 2012

If you are a small business owner who pays independent contractors, service providers and other individuals for freelance or contract work, you are required to issue IRS Form… Read More