Tax Breaks for Disabled – 25th Anniversary of ADA

Sunday, July 26th was the 25th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Internal Revenue Service is marking the occasion by highlighting a number of tax benefits and services that can help taxpayers with disabilities. ABLE Accounts This new program was passed by Congress in December. Under the law, states can offer […]

Tax Tips for Reporting Hobby Income

Millions of people enjoy hobbies. They can also be a source of income. Some of these types of hobbies include stamp or coin collecting, craft making and horse breeding. You must report any income you get from a hobby on your tax return. How you report the hobby income is different than how you report […]

How to Pay Your Tax Bill

While many people get a refund from the IRS when they file their taxes, some do not. If you owe federal taxes, the IRS has several ways for you to pay. Here are some quick tips for people who owe taxes: Pay your tax bill.  If you get a bill from the IRS, you’ll save […]

Vacation Home Rentals & Your Taxes

Do you own a vacation home or second home? If you rent a home to others, you usually must report the rental income on your tax return. But you may not have to report the income if the rental period is short and you also use the property as your home. In most cases, you […]

What You Need to Know About the Child and Dependent Care Credit

Day camps are common during the summer months. Many parents pay for them for their children while they work or look for work. If this applies to you, your costs may qualify for a federal tax credit that can lower your taxes. Here are the top things to know about the Child and Dependent Care […]