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Browse our previous Tax Tips Newsletters to help you stay current with the income tax issues that can affect your current and future tax situation.

Many More May Qualify for EIC in 2009
February, 2010

It is a sad day in the world of taxes when a taxpayer misses out on a tax credit or deduction that would reduce tax liability and result in a refund simply because he or she doesn't know about it. Being uninformed is a huge disadvantage for American taxpayers in an environment where so many obscure credits and deductions are available to put money in your pocket.   Read this newsletter.


Congress Leaves Tax Breaks in Limbo for 2010
January, 2010

So preoccupied is the leadership in the Senate with its massive health care restructuring effort that routine, yet essential, legislative work on important tax matters has been ignored.   Read this newsletter.


Year-End Tax Saving Tips
December, 2009

It's that time of year again. We're in December, nearing the end of 2009. In most cases, if we are going to do anything to reduce the 2009 tax bill, we need to do it by December 31.   Read this newsletter.


New Form Makes Requesting Your Tax Return Information Easy
November, 2009

The Internal Revenue Service has issued a new form with which you can request your own tax return information. It is intended to simplify and expedite the process.   Read this newsletter.


New Tax Breaks Help to Minimize Your Tax Bill
October, 2009

With the current condition of our economy, you may be more concerned than ever about minimizing your income tax bill when it comes time to file returns again.   Read this newsletter.


Tax Breaks Help Pay Costs of College Education
September, 2009

As the new school year begins, you may be turning your attention more fully to the subject of financing college education for yourself, your spouse, or your children. You will want to know how our tax laws attempt to support you in your efforts.   Read this newsletter.


IRS Mid-Year Tax Benefits Reminder
August, 2009

It's just plain heart-warming when the tax collector exhibits to us taxpayers its sense of fair play. The Internal Revenue Service showed true sportsmanship when it issued a mid-year reminder to encourage us to take advantage of numerous tax breaks made available earlier this year as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).   Read this newsletter.


Congress Gives Away Cash for Clunkers
July, 2009

Have you been running your household or small business on a shoestring, relying on your oil-burning, gas-guzzling 1995 Chevy Caprice station wagon with 205,000 miles on it to take you just a little bit further down the road before you have to bite the bullet and get a new car?   Read this newsletter.


One-Time Tax Deduction for Sales Tax on 2009 New Car Purchases
June, 2009

With summer fast-approaching, and vacation season about to begin, long-distance highway travel to your favorite family getaway may be on your mind.   Read this newsletter.


IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Big Tax Savings for Energy Conservation
May, 2009

The IRS, in commemoration of Earth Day 2009, released new guidance regarding energy-saving credits available to taxpayers who purchase certain products that reduce energy use or produce renewable energy.   Read this newsletter.


Taxpayers unaware of tax breaks may make costly mistakes
April, 2009

Most taxpayers are concerned they may be making costly mistakes or overlooking tax breaks that could save them money, according to findings from a nationwide CCH CompleteTax® survey.   Read this newsletter.


IRS Decides To Be Generous with Credit for New Homebuyers
March, 2009

The IRS has decided to be generous with its interpretation of the expanded new homebuyer's credit enacted as part of the new stimulus bill. People who qualify for the credit and who buy a new home this year before December 1 will be able to knock as much as $8,000 off their 2008 taxes, if they choose.   Read this newsletter.