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Coming Up: Tax-Free August Shopping

Wed, 07/28/2010 - 12:00
More states plan sales tax holidays for purchases of clothes, school supplies, computers and even guns.
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In Tax Court, Horse Racing Writer Finishes Out Of The Money

Fri, 07/02/2010 - 11:00
But IRS loses bid to handicap Bill Christine with penalties. At issue: home office deductions, a $3,331 Algonquin Hotel bill.
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Using Life Insurance To Make Charitable Donations

Mon, 06/28/2010 - 14:45
Your life insurance policy can be a great tool for charitable giving. Find out how.
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Four Frivolous Tax Arguments That Won't Work

Mon, 06/07/2010 - 05:53
We're already on our way to the next tax season, but if you're looking to reduce your burden, these reasons won't serve you.
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More States Woo Retirees With Tax Breaks

Thu, 06/03/2010 - 18:00
Despite their deficits, states are still wooing retirees with tax breaks.
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States Eye Service Sales Taxes To Battle Shortfalls

Wed, 05/26/2010 - 17:01
As services become a target, tax-free massages may get rubbed out.
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Why Spouses Make Lousy Business Partners

Fri, 05/21/2010 - 13:00
If either the business or the marriage sours, you can end up in dire trouble with the IRS.
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States Become Fiscal Hawks

Thu, 05/13/2010 - 18:00
With state and local finances at the breaking point, citizens are pushing for a profound political realignment. So profound that it may one day bring fiscal sanity even to Washington.
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New College Loan Rules Put Taxpayers At Risk

Mon, 05/10/2010 - 08:00
They'll only exacerbate the tuition bubble and encourage more student debt.
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The Government Takeover Of Student Lending

Mon, 05/10/2010 - 02:00
We would be better off working with the private sector, so that more children can afford an education.
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Tax Havens' Days Are Numbered

Mon, 05/03/2010 - 08:00
The era of banking secrecy may be coming to an end.
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How To Protect Your Family From Estate Tax Uncertainty

Thu, 04/29/2010 - 18:00
With Washington gridlocked, you should take steps now to protect your heirs and assets.
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How People Lose Money Trying To Save On Taxes

Fri, 04/23/2010 - 10:34
IRS avoidance should not drive investing choices.
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IRS Officer Slapped For Not Reporting eBay Sales

Thu, 04/22/2010 - 05:00
Judge unimpressed by woman's ''on-line garage sale'' argument, lack of receipts and ''cavalier'' tax prep approach.
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Family Swindled By Madoff Fights $61 Million IRS Bill

Wed, 04/21/2010 - 10:24
Estate tax battle is latest hit for heirs of real estate tycoon Norman F. Levy.
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Don't Overestimate Your State Tax

Tue, 04/20/2010 - 17:07
It pays to take another look at your withholding and estimated tax payments.
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IRS: Tax Preparer Wrongly Claimed Madoff-Like Losses

Mon, 04/19/2010 - 06:51
Lawsuit says Ohio man flouted rules limiting investment loss break to theft.
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A Short History Of Taxes

Wed, 04/14/2010 - 10:52
Why income taxes will likely rise soon.
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