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19 Most Popular Tax Deductions For 2019

January 22, 2019

Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act limited itemized deductions and doubled the standard deduction, don't assume that the standard deduction works for you. Make sure to check all available deductions. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FORE MORE

Questions Abound For Small Business Owners As Tax Season Approaches

January 14, 2019

In uncharted waters this tax season, millions of small business owners will be trying to determine if they qualify for a deduction exempting one-fifth of their income. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

1040, 1040A and 1040EZ: Differences and Changes In 2019

January 7, 2019

The IRS has made big changes to Form 1040. What is it, and do you still need a 1040A or 1040EZ? CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

13 Of The Craziest Tax Deductions Ever Claimed

December 30, 2018

Only two things are for certain: death and taxes. But at least with taxes, you can claim deductions. And that’s where the fun begins. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE MORE

Here Are The New Tax Brackets For 2019

December 3, 2018

The Trump administration passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act at the end of 2017, which enacted a number of reforms to the U.S. tax code—including lowering income brackets for most individuals. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Six Tax Deductions You’ll Lose On Your 2018 Return

November 26, 2018

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act placed steep limits on itemized deductions, including lesser-known breaks. Here are six itemized deductions that are capped or gone altogether from the 2018 return. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

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