Want A Bigger Tax Refund? Don’t Itemize
March 12, 2010 | Personal Finance
Six reasons why many taxpayers can save money and time by claiming the standard deduction.
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The right credit cards for right now
March 12, 2010 | Personal Finance
As you get older and your finances improve, it might be wise to change your credit choices. Use these tips to pick the best credit cards for your life stage.
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Are you owed a share of $33 billion?
March 12, 2010 | Personal Finance
State treasuries and other agencies are holding on to long-forgotten bank accounts, utility deposits and more. Here’s how to find money that belongs to you.
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8 sneaky ways to raise taxes
March 11, 2010 | Personal Finance
Politicians aren’t ready to admit that, before long, taxes are going up on most Americans. Here are some of the areas where governments will try to raise money.
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Ten Tax Tips For Stock Options
March 11, 2010 | Personal Finance
Options and restricted stock are a great perk–if you don’t get caught in a tax trap. Here’s what you need to know.
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Job market creates reluctant retirees
March 11, 2010 | Personal Finance
As the unemployment rate for older workers rises, discouraged job seekers are giving up on finding work and calling themselves retired.
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U.S. Sales Tax Rates Hit Record High
March 10, 2010 | Personal Finance
Shopping blues: Top tax 12%. Chicago’s 10.25% highest big-city rate. More Internet tax fights loom.
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Save like the rich and famous
March 10, 2010 | Personal Finance
In a down economy, how are the wealthy protecting their money? Let the same advice they are receiving guide you through these hazardous financial times.
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Lessons of a $618,616 death
March 10, 2010 | Personal Finance
Two years after her husband’s death and almost 10 years after his cancer diagnosis, a woman examines the wrenching emotional and financial costs of keeping him alive.
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What’s on Sale When
March 9, 2010 | Personal Finance
Airline tickets tend to be least expensive to buy on Tuesday afternoon through Thursday. Worst days to fare shop are Saturday and Sunday.
CDs and DVDs generally come out on Tuesdays and might be on sale for the first one to three weeks.
Jewelry sales are common, except around Valentine’s Day and the December holidays. So plan [...]
Hiring Protection From The IRS
March 6, 2010 | Personal Finance
If you want a licensed and regulated tax pro, consider hiring an EA–someone who might even be an ex-IRS agent.
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Taxpayer Alert: 1099 Traps Multiply This Year
March 6, 2010 | Personal Finance
Bank consolidations, stock options, and 1099-R changes could create problems. Here’s how to stay out of the IRS’ crosshairs.
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IRS: Methane Tax Credits Full Of Gas
March 6, 2010 | Personal Finance
Judge bars 12 tax preparers from claiming bogus landfill tax break for clients.
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Trade Properties To Keep The Tax Man At Bay
March 6, 2010 | Personal Finance
Like-kind exchanges can mean much lower tax bills on real estate for savvy investors.
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