IRA account early withdrawal penalties are put in place for good reason. The average citizen is encouraged to stash money away for their golden years under penalty of losing 10% of it (taxes not included). However, there are many exceptions to the penalties, which we cover here.
It is a given that the rich and corporations WON under the Trump-GOP tax act, but who else benefited or were hurt by this controversial law?
In December 2017, the most significant change in the tax law in the past 30 years was signed into law and became effective for 2018. Some 65% of taxpayers will benefit from the changes with lower tax bills, 6% will see their tax bills increase, and the rest will see no change with the new law.
President Trump promised both a tax cut and simplification of the tax form. In November 2017, Congress passed significant changes to the United States Tax Code. The Internal Revenue Service found ways to create a "postcard" tax return—by moving most of the lines off the main form.
Tax time doesn't need to be a stressful event if you maintain records throughout the year. Follow these tips to make filing your taxes a breeze.
Tax Clearance is required if you retire, resign, or leave Malaysia for more than 3 months, and for the deceased. So how to apply for a tax clearance letter (TCL) and get your last month's salary ASAP?
Here's some tips on requesting penalty waivers from the Florida Department of Revenue.
This information given here will help you to update your KRA PIN to iTax by logging into the iTax portal. All old PINs processed using ITMS are required to be updated to iTax.
If you are looking for job opportunities in Malaysia or already working here as an expatriate, these list of issues & Q&A on tax law in Malaysia LHDN will help you understand your tax exposure better.
Learn all the various advantages and disadvantages of direct taxes. This articles explains all the merits and demerits or advantages and disadvantages of direct taxes.
You can claim your girlfriend or fiancée on your taxes provided she meets certain qualifications. Here's how to do it and how much you can get back from the IRS.
Explains the difference between tax planning (legal), tax evasion (illegal), tax avoidance (somewhere in between), and the risks involved.
There are advantages and disadvantages of car donation. Is it as easy as it sounds? How much of the car's value goes to the charitable cause? Find out the good, bad, and ugly side of car donations.
Is playing within the rules tax evasion and 'not paying your fair share'? Is everyone that lowers their tax bills evading taxes? Is lowering your tax bill illegal or something even the IRS expects? What is the difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion?
Learn all about the differences between flat and progressive taxes. Both types have their pros and their cons and both can be successful if implemented correctly.
Certain red flags that the IRS looks for can put you at risk for a tax audit. Stay out of trouble by reporting all of your income and only taking credits and deductions that you are entitled to and can support with proper documentation or receipts for all expenses.
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the deadline for filing your federal income tax return has been extended to July 15, 2020. In addition, payments will not incur penalties or interest if paid by July 15th. If you need more time to file, use Form 4868 to file for an extension until October 15th.
Mistakes made when filing your tax return can lead to delays in receiving your refund. In my tax office I see mistakes that are often avoidable. Some "mistakes" are intentional and are illegal attempts at trying to increase a tax refund.
IRS Form 1099 is used to report income or earnings paid to you. Self-employed receive a 1099-MISC and must report it on a Schedule C. Other common Form 1099s that can be received include 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-R, 1099-B, and SSA-1099.
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable federal tax credit. It is designed to help low and moderate-income individuals and families keep more of what they earn. Claiming a qualifying child can increase your EITC. The 4 criteria that must be passed for a qualifying child include relationship, age, residence, and joint return.
Tax filing deadline is extended to July 15, 2020, due to COVID-19. I used TurboTax 20+ years for my business and personal tax, so I can show you what you need.
If you own a second home, then you want to be aware of some tax advantages that could save you money.
Social security benefits are usually tax-free but not always. Interest income, dividends, pensions, IRA distributions, and employment income can all contribute to making your social security benefit taxable. Up to 85% of your social security benefit maybe taxable as income.
An overview of the earned income tax credit, including what it is, who qualifies, and the high rate of tax fraud involved with it.
In this article, discover why you should not claim head of household on your tax return if you are not entitled to. We go over the requirements for claiming this status and the penalties for claiming it fraudulently.
Learn how to list utilities for your home working space as business deductions for income tax purposes.
A complete guide to submitting/e-filing income tax returns and wealth statements for tax years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 via FBR's IRIS system. How to get NTN before submitting returns.
When you donate something that isn't straight cash, you are responsible for recording its value if you want to get a deduction for it when you file taxes for the year. This article helps you accurately determine your donation's value.
Don't let old furniture sit around and collect dust—donate it! You will be surprised to find how easy it is to donate furniture—many organizations pick it up for you, plus you can enjoy a nice tax deduction.
If you are willing to pay extra for an easy, user-friendly tax-experience, just follow TurboTax' s advice on which version fits your needs: Basic, Deluxe, Premier, or Home & Business. But you may be able to pay less and still get your taxes done.
Did you know that your clothing donations can lead to a tax deduction? Here's how to get rid of un-used clothing and save some money.
If your dependent child collects unearned income from government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), figuring out what to claim on your tax return may be confusing. In this article, you'll learn what you need to know.
If you are wondering whether your federal tax refund will be taken by the IRS as a result of debt, owed child support, or other reasons, here is how you can find out.
When working from home, you have to think about the tax write-offs. Come April, this list will ensure you don't miss anything if you're a freelancer or work-from-home employee.
If you are regularly making money from HubPages or other online activities, you are considered to be a small business owner and required to pay taxes on this income. Here is how to keep your business.
Do you want to take advantage of financial benefits (lower taxes, business tax credits, in-state college tuition, etc.) by establishing residency in another US state? Here's what to do.
