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Where’s My State Refund

State Tax Refund Websites, Phone Numbers, & Addresses Wondering when your state tax refund will arrive? Just find your state on this list and follow…

Should I use the Lifetime Learning Credit or an education deduction?

If you already have a college degree and want to continue your education, then you have a choice when it comes to the form of…

Tax Credit vs Deduction

Use Tax Breaks to Lower Your IRS Bill As you probably know, tax credits and tax deductions can help reduce your overall income tax liability.…

Most common tax mistakes made by small business owners

Do not let these tax requirements surprise you!   You may look at your small business as a temporary substitute for full-time employment. A lot…

Temporary employee and independent contractor tax issues

How do temp employees file their taxes, and how do you know when you are an independent contractor?   The economy might be improving, but…

How to know if your small business qualifies for the “small seller exception” in Marketplace Fairness

Here's what to do if it passes. If passed, as is, the Marketplace Fairness Act will exempt small sellers from state sales tax. I take…

Types Of Tax Deductions

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://www.irs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Essential_Tax_Deductions_Explained.mp4"][/video] An Overview of the Types of Tax Deductions & How to Claim Them on Your Return With the ever-changing tax laws…

IRS record-keeping rule: What receipts to save in substantiating charitable donations

A fairly recent record-keeping rule has been a surprise for many audited taxpayers. The IRS has tightened up a number of taxpayer loopholes in the…