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Bankrate.com: 2006 Taxes Headlines
Advice to keep you on track for the big day in April -- and throughout the year
- Tax record-keeping tips
Don't drown under tons of old tax forms. Here are the records to keep and the best ways to save them. - April 17, 2008
- Filling in tax record gaps
To approve that loan, your banker wants a copy of an old return. Here's how to track down tax documents you already trashed. - April 17, 2008
- How to fight the IRS
Don't get into a battle with the tax collector until you know your appeal rights. - April 16, 2008
- Time's up! It's tax deadline day
No more excuses. You must send something to the IRS today or face the consequences. - April 15, 2008
- Having trouble paying your tax bill?
If tax day is pay day and you just don't have the cash, don't panic. Here are some alternative ways to pay the IRS. - April 15, 2008
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Bankrate.com: Top stories
Tips and strategies for stretching and spending your money
- Seeking a workout? Be patient
If there's a lesson for homeowners trying to avoid foreclosure, it is this: Be patient, don't take mortgage servicers' actions personally, and be ready to send paperwork multiple times. - May 8, 2008
- 12 investment mistakes couples make
Two heads often don't work as one when it comes time to invest your money. - May 7, 2008
- The costs of ID theft
Sleazy con artists cause a great deal of inconvenience to consumers, businesses and government -- not to mention $45 billion in costs. - May 6, 2008
- Government jobs offer good pay, benefits
Security and better than expected pay make public service a promising career. - May 5, 2008
- 6 ways to greener weddings and wallets
With the average wedding cost almost $28,000 in the United States today, a growing number of couples use their nuptials to make a commitment not only to their futures together but to the environment as well. - May 3, 2008
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Bankrate.com: Small business Headlines
Straightforward advice for people in business -- and those who want to start one.
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Bankrate.com: Advice Headlines
Get personal finance advice from Bankrate.com experts.
- What's $29,000 worth after 18 years?
A bank deposit of $29,000 loses some of its purchasing power after 18 years, says Dr. Don Taylor. - May 8, 2008
- Capital gains exclusion on a home
A homeowner currently confined to an assisted living facility might not have to worry about residency requirements to claim capital gains exclusion, says CPA George Saenz. - May 8, 2008
- Rising food and fuel prices
The rising costs of food and fuel are a challenge for many Americans, but a devastating problem for people in developing nations. Are hedge funds to blame? - May 7, 2008
- Lump-sum lottery payment is bad deal
A lottery winner may become a loser if she accepts a lump-sum payment, says Dr. Don Taylor. - May 7, 2008
- Tax deduction on medical equipment
A backyard swimming pool may be deductible for medical reasons if you can convince the IRS, says CPA George Saenz. - May 7, 2008
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Forbes.com: Tax News
Tax news and reports from Forbes.com
- Nightmare On Elm Street
Declining home prices and higher adjustable rate mortgage payments spell big trouble for some borrowers. - September 21, 2006
- Who's A Domestic Producer?
Big U.S. businesses await some answers from Washington. - May 10, 2006
- Small Biz Can Save Retirement
Giving workers access to retirement savings plans will go a long way toward staving off a fiscal crisis. - May 10, 2006
- Taxing Marriages
A combination made not in heaven but by Congress and the IRS. - February 26, 2007
- Sponsor's Content: The Bottom Line on Sustainability
Research indicates a clear connection between a company's sustainability practices and the price of its shares. What's not so apparent is whether it's just a feel-good idea or actually good for cash flow. - May 9, 2008
- Rising Rate Strategies
- April 27, 2006
- Beware Of Tax Refund Loans
Why pay fees and surcharges on your own money when the IRS typically sends refunds within ten to 14 days? - February 10, 2006
- Moving Expense
If you move due to a change in jobs, you may be able to deduct expenses. - January 24, 2006
- Alimony
No two settlements are alike, but almost all include the payment of alimony. - January 24, 2006
- Taxes 2006
Yes, it's that time of year again. Did I hear a collective groan? - January 12, 2006
- Tax Planning In the Dark
When Congress is in session, it's best to arrange your financial affairs very defensively. Herewith, some specifics. - December 12, 2005
- Do Solar While the Tax Credit Shines
Thinking of picking up a photovoltaic panel? Install it before the lavish tax subsidies expire. - December 12, 2005
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SmartMoney.com - Tax Matters
Investing, Saving and Personal Finance
- Take Advantage of 0% Cap Gains Before It's Too Late
Take advantage of the 0% tax rate on long-term capital gains before it's too late. - January 29, 2008
- Four Tax Changes You Need to Know About
Our tax expert explains how four new tax changes will affect your 2007 returns. - January 14, 2008
- Three Year-End Tax Strategies for 2007
Three tax-saving moves that may not be possible in 2008. Get them while they last. - December 5, 2007
- Will Your Social Security Benefits Be Taxed -- Again?
Our tax expert explains how Uncle Sam double dips into your Social Security. - October 16, 2007
- Understanding the Kiddie Tax
Our tax expert explains the ins and outs (and ways to avoid) the Kiddie Tax. - September 7, 2007
- Tax Credits for Fuel-Saving Autos
Update on tax credits for energy-efficient vehicles: It's not all about hybrids anymore. - August 17, 2007
- The New Health Savings Account Rules
What you should know about the latest rules governing health savings accounts. - January 4, 2008
- New IRA Rollover Rules for Nonspouses
Now you can roll over the account tax-free into an IRA of your own. - May 16, 2007
- Taxes When You Sell Your Home at a Loss
Adding insult to injury, you could owe something to Uncle Sam. Here's why. - March 14, 2008
- Happy Birthday? Watch Out for Age-Sensitive Tax Rules
Many tax provisions are age-specific. Here's what you need to know -- and when. - March 23, 2007
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