List of Tax Records To Keep

When preparing your taxes, the goal is obviously to deduct every last penny you can. Many people are amazingly good at it. Just keep in mind you need receipts for the deductions.

Filing a Joint Tax Return With Your Spouse

They say the world works on a concept known as balance. To counterbalance the joys of your honeymoon, you get the misery of filing a joint tax return with your spouse.

Don't Just Worry About Federal Estate Taxes

Many states have their own estate tax laws that you need to worry about. With the current law phasing out the estate tax over the next few years, the state's are beginning to feel the pinch of having less federal estate-tax revenue coming in.

Tax Revenues Lowering Estimated Size of 2006 Federal Deficit

The Congressional Budget Office has lowered the estimated size of the US federal deficit for fiscal year 2006. The decrease in the expected deficit is largely a result of high tax revenues.

The New Jersey Zoning Officer's Job

Explains to job duties and requirement of a typical Zoning Officer's job in New Jersey. The Administrative Officer (known locally as the Zoning Officer) under the Municipal Land Use Law is the municipal official designated by local ordinance or statute with enforcing the provisions of the zoning ordinance. Due to proposed large scale development which many new Jersey municipalities will be faced with in the coming years, the Administrative Officer is a particularly vital and valued employee of the municipality. The key issues confronting many New Jersey municipalities are should our municipality grow; if so, how much and when? These are crucial questions. Municipalities need some local official to focus exclusively on these questions; an official whose ultimate responsibility is to assist the mayor and council in protecting and improving the quality of life in the community.

If You Filed an Extension for Your Taxes – Time's Almost Up

During a beautiful summer day, it is easy to forget some of the things you have to take care of. If you filed an extension on your taxes earlier this year, the deadline is approaching.

House to Recess After Two Major Tax Bills Pass

Before breaking for a five-week summer recess, the US House of Representatives has passed two major tax bills.

The 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange: What Are the Requirements?

Learn the ins and outs of a 1031 tax deferred exchange and take advantage of ways to preserve the equity in your property.

How To File Offer In Compromise

IRS provides a package for filing an offer in compromise. The package includes the latest version of form 656, forms 433-A and 433-B. This package helps lessen the hassles of the complicated procedures of an application.

Internet Banking Could Help With Your Tax Retuns

One of the most useful things about Internet banking is that once you have your account information on your computer, you can export it into financial programs such as Microsoft Money and Quicken, to better manage your various household accounts

Tax Deferral Power and Protection

What is a Tax-Deferred Annuity? A tax-deferred annuity is a contract between you and the insurance company with guaranteed interest and guaranteed annuity income options. There are no upfront sales charges or administrative fees during the life of your contract.

Latest Email Scam Using IRS Name

If you have an email account, and who doesn’t, you are use to receiving scam emails. Well, here is one using the IRS name to watch out for over the next few months.

Republican Leaders Speak Out Against Global Taxes

Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate have pledged their support of legislation which would withhold funding from the UN and the OECD should they attempt to impose taxes at an international level.

Honda Natural Gas Cars Issued Massive Tax Credits By IRS

Between global warming and massive increases in fuel prices, many people are reconsidering their transportation. Honda has two natural gas cars the IRS absolutely loves.

Major Changes to IRS Tax Settlement Rules

In recent years, the IRS has made a concerted effort to get people back into good status by reaching deals on overdue taxes. The rules affecting this program have just changed dramatically.