Posts Tagged ‘deductions’

How good are consumer computer tax preparation programs?

  • January 30th, 2018
  • David Greene
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I have been asked this question several times already this year, so I am repeating the answer I gave to this question several years ago. However, I must state a disclaimer that no one knows how the new tax program…

Happy New Year. How to choose a tax preparer

  • January 3rd, 2018
  • David Greene
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I hope all of my readers had a very relaxing and joyous Christmas holiday and I hope you are looking forward to a New Year filled with hope and promise.  As you know it looks like we will have a…

How many different ways can the IRS try to collect taxes I owe?

  • December 12th, 2017
  • David Greene
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This is a good question, but one that cannot be answered in a short space.  I will just discuss the primary methods. When one does not pay her taxes, she will first receive a friendly letter stating that she has…

Is it worth mortgaging my home to get a tax deduction?

  • December 7th, 2017
  • David Greene
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In my opinion, you should never incur debt for the express purpose of lowering your taxes.   At this time it is true that people who have a mortgage get to take a deduction on their taxes; however, they only deduct…

Suggestions for Recovering Lost Financial Records

  • November 7th, 2017
  • David Greene
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Here are some suggestions for recovering your financial records if they are lost or destroyed in a hurricane or other natural disaster: (1) get a copy of your tax transcript from the IRS; (2) Request copies of records (bank statements,…

Here are some important tax tips for new start-up companies.

  • October 3rd, 2017
  • David Greene
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Here are some tips relative to the financial and tax implications of a new business.  To make the best decisions, you should consult with an attorney or accountant when implementing these tips. (1) Pick a business structure – S or C…

How can you prove expenses in an audit if you did not keep good records?

  • September 19th, 2017
  • David Greene
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As you know, if you are audited  the IRS will not accept your word for income or expenses.  If they think you underreported income, they will go through all of your financial accounts and add deposits to determine income.  It…

When are job search expenses deductible?

  • June 28th, 2017
  • David Greene
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Some, but not all,  job-hunting expenses are deductible, according to the IRS.  To determine deductibility, keep in mind the following criteria:  The expenses must be spent on a job search in your current occupation; expenses looking for a job for…

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