Internal Revenue Service

Gambling and taxes – what should you report?

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Gambling is something that many people enjoy doing either on a regular basis or now and again. Of course, gambling is a much more enjoyable pastime when you are winning rather than losing! However, if you are one of the lucky ones on a winning streak you need to bear in mind that you’re probably going to have to give a slice of your good luck to the IRS, as it will be classed as taxable income.

In many cases, if you have been lucky enough to win a big jackpot the payer will actually deduct taxes from … Read more at 2009 Tax.

Do I Need a Tax Consultant?

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Do you need a tax consultant? Even if you’re educated enough to know about your state’s tax laws, they change quite frequently. It’s often in your best interest to learn how to find a tax consultant. Your best bet is to find someone qualified and up to date with the latest tax laws. The best way to find a tax consultant is when you need them the least. That means not waiting until tax season to find one. If you wait that long, chances are that all of the good ones will be taken by then. Instead, find one … Read more at 2009 Tax.

Tax Day is Coming Soon, So Get the Help You Need

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We’re approaching that time of year again when Uncle Sam asks his fellow Americans to help restock the coffers from which we will draw our necessary resources for the coming year. All the services this great country offers to its citizens require a little cash to keep coming, and we all have a duty to throw in our fair share. How much that fair share should be is of course a hotly debated question, and it has been since we were ruled by a king instead of a president. In any case, come April we all must go through our … Read more at 2009 Tax.

Improve Your Home; Replace Windows to Reap Tax Benefits

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Glimmering new windows for your home are not the only reason seeking information about vinyl replacement windows is beneficial. In fact, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 offer homeowners who replace their old windows with new, energy efficient versions serious tax credits. With increased importance of energy conservation, incentives like these can help make new windows more affordable and beneficial. While new windows can be an exciting addition to your home, offering beauty and acting as an investment in your residence, they also offer tax credits that can help you save money.

Lower energy bills and a more … Read more at 2009 Tax.

Little Deductions You May Miss

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You need to know what deductions may be possible even when you hire someone else to do your taxes. A quick look over the tax codes on the IRS.gov website will help you determine all of the deductions you need to be considering.

Top Deductions that are Missed

1.     Expenses that are NOT reimbursable by the company. Any expenses that are incurred during the tax year and that are considered ordinary and necessary for your industry can be used as a deduction on your taxes (at least a portion).

a.     Depreciation on work computers

b.     Dues paid to professional societies… Read more at 2009 Tax.

Inheritance tax planning

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People who wish to minimize estate taxes and keep their personal and financial details private should consider inheritance tax planning using legal devices such as living trusts and Texas wills. One of the main differences between these stratagems is that wills, being subject to the probate process, are required to be filed and records relating to wills are available for public access, whereas living trusts are treated privately by the courts and their details are not available to the public.

Estate taxes have been eliminated in Texas, so that in that state property may be inherited without payment of any … Read more at 2009 Tax.