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IRS Reminds Car Shoppers about 2009 Tax Break

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminds individual taxpayers who are considering buying a new car that they have until Dec. 31 to take advantage of a tax break that may not be around in 2010. Taxpayers who...

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  • December 18, 2009

10 Important Facts about the Extended First-Time Homebuyer Credit

If you are in the market for a new home, you may still be able to claim the First-Time Homebuyer Credit. Congress recently passed The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act Of 2009, extending the First-Time Homebuyer Credit and...

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  • November 30, 2009

Seven Facts about the Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit

Taxpayers who take energy saving steps this year may get bigger tax savings next year. The Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit, a tax credit for making energy efficient improvements to homes has been increased as part of the American Recovery...

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  • November 3, 2009

Expanded Recovery Act Tax Credits Help Homeowners Winterize their Homes, Save Energy; Check Tax Credit Certification Before You Buy, IRS Advises

WASHINGTON — People can now weatherize their homes and be rewarded for their efforts. According to the Internal Revenue Service, homeowners making energy-saving improvements this fall can cut their winter heating bills and lower their 2009 tax bill as...

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  • November 2, 2009

Tax Benefits for Businesses Who Have Employees with Disabilities

Businesses accommodating people with disabilities may qualify for some of the following tax credits and deductions. More detailed information may be found in the IRS publications referenced. Disabled Access Credit The Disabled Access Credit provides a non-refundable credit for...

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  • October 16, 2009

IRS Announces Pension Plan Limitations for 2010

IRS Announces Pension Plan Limitations for 2010 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced cost‑of‑living adjustments applicable to dollar limitations for pension plans and other items for Tax Year 2010. Section 415 of the Internal Revenue Code provides...

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  • October 16, 2009

Special Sales Tax Deduction for Car Purchases

….. Available through End of 2009 WASHINGTON — With 2010 models arriving in dealer showrooms, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that purchasing a new car, light truck, motor home or motorcycle could qualify them for a special deduction...

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  • October 7, 2009

Six Facts About the American Opportunity Tax Credit

Many parents and college students will be able to offset the cost of college over the next two years under the new American Opportunity Tax Credit. This tax credit is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of...

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  • October 1, 2009

The Making Work Pay Tax Credit

General Information In 2009 and 2010, the Making Work Pay provision of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will provide a refundable tax credit of up to $400 for working individuals and up to $800 for married taxpayers filing...

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  • September 21, 2009

IRS Extends Deadline for Disclosing Hidden Offshore Accounts

WASHINGTON ─ The Internal Revenue Service today announced a one-time extension of the deadline for special voluntary disclosures by taxpayers with unreported income from hidden offshore accounts. These taxpayers now have until Oct. 15, 2009. Under special provisions issued...

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  • September 21, 2009

Ten Facts about the First-Time Homebuyer Credit

Many taxpayers who purchase a home this year will qualify for an $8,000 federal tax credit. The refundable first-time homebuyer credit is a major tax provision in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. But time is running...

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  • September 18, 2009

First-Time Homebuyer Credit

Overview First-time homebuyers may be able to take advantage of a tax credit for homes purchased in 2008 or 2009. The credit: * Applies to purchases that close after April 8, 2008, and before Dec. 1, 2009. * Applies...

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  • September 16, 2009

Energy Credits for 2009

Energy Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides energy incentives for both individuals and businesses. Here are some of the key energy provisions in ARRA that...

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  • September 16, 2009

Independent Contractor vs. Employee

To determine whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee under common law, you must examine the relationship between the worker and the business. All evidence of control and independence in this relationship should be considered. The...

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  • September 16, 2009

Five Facts about the Home Office Deduction

With technology making it easier than ever for people to operate a business out of their house, many taxpayers may be able to take a home office deduction when filing their 2009 federal tax return next year. Here are...

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  • September 16, 2009

Eight Important Questions for Hobbyists

Summer is a time many Americans take their fishing poles and gardening tools out of storage. Hobbies – such as woodworking, stamp collecting and scrap booking – are often done for pleasure, but can result in a profit. If...

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  • September 16, 2009

Ten Tips for Taxpayers Making Charitable Donations

Every year, millions of taxpayers itemize their deductions on their federal tax return. One of the most common itemized deductions is a donation made to a charitable organization. Here are the top ten things the IRS wants every taxpayer...

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  • September 16, 2009

ASY are Small Business Accountants that treat me like family.

Bookkeeping • Payroll • Tax Preparation • Government Correspondence From small business to non-profit (501(c)(3))… from new business to established… we handle the numbers so you can concentrate on the business! AS of York caters to small business owners....

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  • August 29, 2009

ASY are Small Business Accountants that treat me like family.

Bookkeeping • Payroll • Tax Preparation • Government Correspondence From small business to non-profit (501(c)(3))… from new business to established… we handle the numbers so you can concentrate on the business! AS of York caters to small business owners....

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  • August 28, 2009