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H&R Block at Home Review
By Wade Michels
You can affordably do your taxes in your pajamas and on your own schedule with H&R Block at Home. There are several tax software providers, read our guide on H&R Block at Home to find out if H&R is right software for you.
Military OneSource: An Organization To Serve Those Who Serve
By Jake
If you, or your spouse, is a service man or woman check out this article before filing your tax return.
The IRS: An Agency is Born
By A.W. Berry
Ever wondered about the origins of IRS? Catch up on your history by reading this short article.
Energetic Credits - Form 5695 Line by Line Guide
By Wade Michels
Have you recently spent money on your home to reduce your energy usage? Learn how to harvest tax credits for improvements such as windows, siding, and going green.
1040 from A to EZ
By Wade Michels
Ever wondered about the differences between the major tax forms? Go from A to EZ with this article.
A Guide to Common Tax Credits
By Yediel Kadosh
Don't give up your hard-earned cash by missing out on these obvious tax credits.
Automatic IRS Filing Extension
By Yediel Kadosh
Think you may need more time? Takes 5 minutes and automatically extend your IRS tax deadline.
Moving Expense Tax Guide
By Wade Michels
Employers are loosening up; people are starting to get back to work. Learn how to get a deduction for all the expenses laid on you while relocating for your new job.
Guide to Form 8917 Tuition and Fees Deduction
By Wade Michels
If you've spent a ton on educational expenses, a $4,000 deduction will go a long way toward buying books or supporting your kid’s meal plan
TAS: A Taxpayers Best Friend
By Wade Michels
The Taxpayer Advocate Service is one of the kept secrets within the IRS. So if you have a tax problem, take the time to look it up, because TAS will help you in your time of need.
How to Beat the IRS
By Wade Michels
Have you received a letter from the IRS requesting money? Here’s what you should do if the IRS comes a calling.
IRS Audit: The Tax Audit Process
By Wade Michels
Learn what to expect if you have a run-in with the IRS.
Heavy Levy
By Wade Michels
Even in the freest of nations, you are still subject to government seizure. Learn why and how the IRS will levy your property.
First-time Home Buyers Tax Guide
By Wade Michels
First Time Homebuyers Tax-Guide: If this is your first time buying a home learn how to get $8,000 back at tax time. If that doesn't move you, what will?
2011 IRS Tax Brackets
By Brent Pearson
We've all heard people talk about their "tax bracket". Find your's here.
Important Tax Deadlines
By Brent Pearson
Keeping up with deadlines will save you from possible penalties.
1040X Line by Line Guide
By A.W. Berry
How to Amend Your Tax Returns After April 15th.
Taxes & Buffett
By Wade Michels
Warren Buffett, aka the Oracle of Omaha and the $45 Billion dollar man, recently sat down to discuss his ideas for increasing tax revenue and growing the economy.
A Guide to Form 8829 Expenses for Business Use of Your Home
By Wade Michels
Tons of folks want to work from home but are intimidated by all the red tape. Follow along as we break down all the deductable expenses you get from a home-based business.
1040 Line by Line Guide
By Wade Michels
This handy guide to form 1040 will hold your hand the whole way through, line by precious line.
Divorce and Taxes
By Wade Michels
So you've made the decision to separate. Now that your marriage is over you'll need to know how the change will affect the way you pay taxes.
Schedule D Line by Line Guide
By A.W. Berry
We'll walk you through the land of Schedule D, line by tedious line.
A Guide to Form 2106 Employee Business Expenses
By Wade Michels
Do you use your own stuff for work? Get the write offs you deserve and learn how to move through the Employee Business Expense Form.
TaxAct Software Review
By Wade Michels
Tax season is right around the corner and Uncle Sam wants his money! You could spend more than $100 visiting a CPA or are you could save money, time, and energy by using tax software. However there are several tax software options. Read our guide on TaxACT to see if their software is right for you.
Schedule M: Making Work Pay Credit (For Tax Year 2010; Not offered for 2011)
By Wade Michels
American workers get a gift from the federal government in the form of the Making Work Pay Credit. Learn how easy it is to get a raise payable by the government.
1040EZ Line by Line Guide
By Wade Michels
This handy guide to form 1040EZ will hold your hand the whole way through, line by precious line.
TurboTax Software Review
By Wade Michels
Tax software can allow you to do your taxes on your schedule. However, there are several software options. Read our guide on TurboTax to find out what's like to use their software to file your tax return.
A Guide to Form 8283 Noncash Charitable Contributions
By Wade Michels
Learn how do-gooders can get a sweet tax deduction for all the good they've done.
The IRS: The Agency Becomes a Powerhouse
By A.W. Berry
How did the IRS become a part of our everyday lives? Everyone's favorite government agency is chronicled, from small backwater to institutional powerhouse.
5 Ways to Slash Your Taxes
By Wade Michels
Do you know anyone who likes to pay taxes? Me neither.
9 Deductions and Credits Even the Pros Miss
By Wade Michels
Uncle Sam loves it when taxpayers forget about these little beauties.
The AMT and You
By Wade Michels
Through an IRS audit is the way most people learn they have to pay the AMT. Don't be like most people.
Why eFile?
By Wade Michels
If you haven't jumped on the e-filing bandwagon yet, you will after reading this article.
5 Myths Accountants Want You to Believe
By Wade Michels
Your friendly neighborhood accountant wants you hooked on his services.
The 3 Pillars of Tax Planning
By Wade Michels
Want to guess-timate your taxes? This guide is just what you’ve been waiting for.
1040A Line by Line Guide
By Wade Michels
This handy guide to form 1040A will hold your hand the whole way through, line by precious line.
Nice New Tax Credits and Laws
By A.W. Berry
Like the change of a season, tax laws come and go. In fact, Uncle Sam tinkers with the tax code so much that it becomes nearly impossible to keep up. So let's take a minute to break down the 2009 biggies, the movers and shakers, the ones that will save you big money.
1040EZ or 1040? Choosing the Right Form to File
By Brent Pearson
Selecting the right form to file will save you hours of time. In 2 min. you'll know which tax form is right for you.
Do I Need to File a Tax Return?
By Brent Pearson
Remember, filing a return is the only way to get back money that you're owed.
Just Say No to Big Tax Refunds
By Wade Michels
Would you ever give money away, for no reason? Getting a big tax refund indicates you've given away money, free.
New IRS Tax Law Bonanza!
By Wade Michels
Read about the new laws that impact the cash you made in 2011.
IRS Instructions, Guides and Publications
By Brent Pearson
A one-stop shop of important IRS information to help you fill out your return.