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Tax Form 1099-MISC: Miscellaneous Income

Reporting Miscellaneous Income and Payments to the IRS   Form 1099-MISC is an information return used to report certain miscellaneous income/payments to the IRS. If…


6 Tips to Help You Avoid an IRS Tax Audit

Although the IRS only audits about 1.1% of the over 140 million returns it receives each year, for those people who do receive an audit…


Business Taxes: Important Due Dates

In general, all businesses operating in the U.S. are required to report their activities to the IRS by filing annual tax returns. The due date…


Understanding the Standard Deduction

How the Standard Deduction Can Reduce Your Federal Tax Bill   It’s the age-old question: Should you take the standard deduction, or should you itemize…


Top Options for E-Filing Your Tax Return

Roughly one in three Americans files their own taxes online, rather than using a professional tax preparer. If you're going to file electronically, there are…


Where To Go If You Need Tax Help

Know Your Options for Tax Preparation Assistance Are you looking for an expert to help you with your income tax return? When it comes to…


Tax Tips for Independent Contractors

Information for Self-Employed Persons   For Federal income tax purposes, it is important to know whether you are an employee or an independent contractor. Employee…


7 Facts About Miscellaneous Deductions

Tips for Claiming Miscellaneous Deductions on Your Income Tax Return   Itemizing your deductions (as opposed to claiming the standard deduction) means that you may…