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Five mistakes to avoid when hiring a tax preparer

Among other things, beware the preparer who promises you'll get money back.NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Here are some mistakes to avoid when looking for a…


Get ready to prepare your 1040

In the next few weeks you'll be getting the information you will need to prepare your Form 1040. Be careful.NEW YORK (MainStreet) — In the…


Tax Tip: It’s not too late for these New Year’s tax resolutions

High on your list of 2013 New Year's Resolutions should be 'Become more informed about taxes.'   NEW YORK (MainStreet) — I hope that high…


Thirteen all-too-common tax mistakes

Planning on doing your own taxes this year? Here are some mistakes you don't want to make, unless you want Uncle Sam knocking on your…


How to file tax extensions in Iowa

State tax returns for residents of the Hawkeye State are due by April 30. However, if you need more time to file your return, you…


Considering an extension on your taxes? Your questions answered

Filing an extension isn't difficult ' but there are deadlines to meetEven though the eggnog is still warm, the truth is that April 15 will…


Tax prep: Records you need to gather now to file next year

Any job is easier when you have the right tools. When it comes to filing your income taxes, the right tools include the paperwork that…


Tax tips for the end of the year

While you may be focused on hunting holiday presents, this is the time of year when you need to be thinking about the April 15…