Income Tax

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May 3, 2016 

Now’s the Time to Tune-Up Estimated Taxes

It’s important to have your tax situation assessed and updated periodically, especially if you’re self employed or retired and paying quarterly estimated tax installments. Otherwise, you could be liable for penalties.

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April 21, 2016 

Bernie Sanders Releases Income Tax Return

After weeks of prodding from his main opponent for the Democratic presidential nomination, Bernie Sanders finally released the remaining forms and schedules of his 2014 tax return on April 15. The result? No major surprises – the Vermont senator ...

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April 20, 2016 

Clintons Paid More Than 35% Effective Tax Rate

The former Secretary of State and New York Senator, who has been living in a fish bowl since her husband Bill became governor of Arkansas and ascended to the presidency, recently released copies of her joint tax returns for the last eight years.

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April 19, 2016 

Obamas Release Tax Returns, Pay Less Tax

The Obamas claimed claiming more than $145,000 in itemized deductions on their 2015 return, including donations to charity such as the Fisher House Foundation, a longtime favorite. The couple is in line for a refund of almost $23,000.

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April 18, 2016 

Bill Would Simplify Income Tax Filing

The “Tax Filing Simplification Act of 2016” requires the IRS to develop a free service for filing tax returns directly with the federal government and prohibits the nation’s tax collection agency from entering into agreements restricting the use of ...

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April 17, 2016 

A Quick Tax Fix for Vacation Home Rentals

The basic rules are as follows: The income you realize from a vacation home rental is generally taxable, but you can offset the tax liability with deductions for expenses attributable to rentals, including mortgage interest, property taxes, insurance ...