Posts Tagged ‘taxes’

There are certain tax deductions, more so than others, that can lead to an IRS audit. Not many things are as scary as an IRS audit and there are some tax deductions that can lead to a higher risk on your tax return. Be sure to take the right steps when reporting these three. Charitable…

As 2015 draws to a close, organize yourself to be better prepared for April. A little bit of tax planning can equal a lot of savings, so be sure to get your tax estimate started as quickly as possible using these tips. 1. Use a tax calculator Start estimating your taxes now to assess how…

 Gather your documents before you begin filing your taxes. Thanks to AARP, we have a compiled list of documents of what you should bring when getting assistance from your AARP Foundation Tax-Aide or your tax professional.   General Last year’s tax return(s) Social Security cards or other official documentation for yourself and all your dependents Photo…

You worked so hard for your retirement savings, now boost them further! If you have maxed out your 401(k), there are still ways to make contributions to your retirement funds post-tax. The IRS is now allowing those who are eligible to move after-tax contributions from their 401(k) or 403(b) plan to a Roth IRA upon…

Your tax bracket does not necessarily equal what you will pay. There’s a reason that people turn to professionals when it comes to their taxes: this stuff is confusing! For instance, you may think that because you are in the 25% tax bracket, that means you pay about 25 percent of your income in taxes…

Look for all possible deductions for your 2015 taxes. With the end of the year drawing closer, its the time to get your 2015 taxes in order. Did you know that there are a few different ways your children and dependents can be a source of tax deduction come April? Who is dependent on you? Every…

2015 is slowly drawing to a close, and now is the time to prep for your 2016 taxes. A lot of people wait until the spring to even think about their taxes, then don’t feel prepared when April arrives. The end of 2015 is the time to be proactive about your taxes and plan for…

Angie’s Artisan Treats/BOOMCHICKAPOP is bringing 160 jobs to the Reno area. The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) announced that Angie’s Artisan Treat’s/BOOMCHICKAPOP, an all natural popcorn company that is one of the fastest growing in the country, is opening a manufacturing and distribution center in Reno, Nevada and expected to bring around 160 new…

Head into tax season stress-free with these tax-reducing tricks. Every year after tax season, people are on a mission to save more on their taxes than they did the year before, and this takes dedication and know-how. Learning the ins and outs of your state’s local tax laws in combination with these tax deduction tricks can help…

Filing taxes can be draining on your wallet. Use these 4 tax write-offs to help save money come April. When filing taxes in April, most Americans just go with the standard IRS deductions. These standards are based on age, income and filing status, and the standards change from year to year. For 2014, the standard deduction…