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One of the main and most common deductions that landlords can claim on their tax returns is for repairs, maintenance, and improvements to their property. The IRS has published guidelines on what qualifies for this deduction. It is important to note that deductions differ for all three. Here are the differences:
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This past June, New York became the 6th state to legalize same sex marriage. Regardless of ones individual beliefs concerning same-sex marriage, this much is clear: Tax laws–which are already complex & confusing–are that much more baffling for same-sex couples. This is mainly due to the fact that the Federal Government does not recognize same-sex unions. Same-sex couples must file separate federal returns, however they can file jointly in New York State and some other states that recognize...
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Many people may be thinking of sending donations to assist in Japan’s relief efforts in the wake of the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami recently effecting the region. If you are thinking about making a donation toward Japan’s relief efforts you may want to make sure that you are donating to a charity that will allow for a tax deduction. Donations made to charities in 2011 can be claimed on your next tax filing in 2012 as long as the charity is US based and qualified by the Internal...
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When you plan to come in to do your taxes make sure to bring all of your information and mention any purchases or payments made throughout the tax year that may help you save money on your income taxes. Some of the items to remember are:
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Taxpayers that make donations to charitable organizations can claim a deduction(s) for the donation(s) if the return is itemized for the tax year in which the donation(s) was made. Last year is an exception to this rule. After the devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti there was a brief period between January 12th 2010 and March 1st 2010, that the Internal Revenue Service would allow donations made to charitable organizations assisting in Haiti’s aide to be deducted on the 2009 tax...