Back in the spring of 2009, a cornerstone of the government’s massive $800 billion stimulus package was a tax credit for millions of American workers. In theory, the extra money would provide a touch of stability for families, plus get more money flowing through the struggling economy. source.
Now approximately 15 million taxpayers will have to repay Uncle Sam!
Individuals Who Work Two Jobs
Working Married Couples
Working Students
Social Security Recipients
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What the IRS Doesn't Want You to Know: A CPA Reveals the Tricks of the TradeWith tax laws constantly changing and existing regulations hidden in volumes of tax code, nothing related to taxes is easy to figure out. Businesses and individuals in every income bracket need expert advice that cuts through the IRS bureaucracy and shows them how to work within the system. In What the IRS Doesn't Want You to Know: A CPA Reveals the Tricks of the Trade, tax expert Martin S. Kaplan reveals critical strategies that the best CPAs use for their clients to file shrewd, legal, money-saving returns.Filled with in-depth insights and practical advice, this book will help you answer such questions as:
* How can you approach the "new" IRS to maximize your tax return success?
* What are the latest IRS weapons?
* What are the biggest taxpayer misconceptions?
* What are the most commonly overlooked credits and deductions?
* How will new tax legislation affect you?
* How can outdated IRS technology benefit you?
* What forms should you never fill out?
From deciphering the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003 to understanding the personality of the IRS, What the IRS Doesn't Want You to Know will help you shape your tax strategies and stay on top of your current financial situation.
THE STIMULUS PACKAGE: WHY MEN CHEATSheila Whalum’s book The Stimulus Package: Why Men Cheat is a must read, especially for Men! She asks the question of men: Have you ever wanted to be a guest of Hugh Hefner’s at his Playboy Mansion? History seems to suggest that some men apparently want more than one woman in their lives at a time, other than their wives. She gives many reasons as to Why Men Cheat.
Stimulus Package Gift Basket - Recession GiftSend someone our newest gift basket, the Stimulus Bill Gift Basket. Who doesn't want to be bailed out. Our gift basket includes 4 Million Dollar Chocolate Candy Bars plus some chocolate gold coins. You can't spend it, but at least you can enjoy eating it! Help the economy, keep spending and send some chocolate money to your friends and family. This gift basket is sure to please.
J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2012: Your Complete Guide to Everything DeductibleA straightforward guide to taking tax breaks and deductions on your 2011 tax returnCompletely revised to reflect important changes in this year?s tax laws, J.K. Lasser?s 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks 2012 will help you take advantage of every tax break and deduction that you may be entitled to. This comprehensive guide is clearly organized by subject matter so you can easily find situations that may apply to you.
Each tax benefit is also clearly explained?along with the eligibility requirements for claiming the benefit?while planning tips and common pitfalls associated with the benefit in question are discussed in detail. New tax law alerts are also included throughout the book, so you can make the most informed decisions possible.
- Discusses deductions and tax breaks with regard to your family, home, car, job, investments, retirement, medical expenses, charitable giving, health coverage, and much more
- Packed with hundreds of updated examples, practical advice, and real-world examples
- Explains tax changes that are set to apply after 2011 that may affect your planning decisions
- Includes a free online supplement at JKLasser.com, which contains up-to-the-minute tax law changes
- Other titles by Barbara Weltman: J.K. Lasser?s Small Business Taxes 2012
Filled with in-depth insights and expert advice, J.K. Lasser?s 1001 Deductions & Tax Breaks 2012 is a book every taxpayer should own.
Lower Your Taxes - Big Time 2011-2012 4/ECompletely revised and updated—the must-have resource for saving thousands of dollars at tax time
Taxes aren’t just a nuisance; they’re fast becoming the single biggest expense for the typical American household.
Completely revised and expanded, Lower Your Taxes—Big Time! has everything taxpayers need to know about saving money on April 15—and every other day of the year.
Sandy Botkin, a former IRS attorney, has saved hundreds of thousands of taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars. And in this powerhouse bestselling handbook, he again delivers money-saving strategies, including:
- Advice on properly documenting any business deduction
- Guidance for getting big tax subsidies for starting a home business
- Ways to turn tuition, entertainment, orthodontia, and other expenses into huge deductions
- And more
Also new to this edition are chapters on the latest changes in health-care law, scams to avoid, how to defend yourself against ID theft, the hidden tax benefits of being a stock or commodities trader, and other need-to-know information.
Presented in Botkin’s trademark no-nonsense, jargon-free style, Lower Your Taxes—Big Time! is all business when it comes to making your life less taxing.
