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Customs, Taxes & Duties

Customs, taxes and duties are payable on or for various products and services.tax time image by Tom Oliveira from Fotolia.comCustoms, taxes and duties are fees imposed on goods or services and are payable to an agency or authority in the relevant country. Customs duties are the tariffs or...

Changing World of Corporate Finance

The corporate finance industry has changed in several ways over the past few years with effects that are currently rocking many nations across the globe. We have witnessed European nation's adaptation to one currency and ...

Can My Landlord Put a Lien on My Tax Refund?

One remedy that a landlord may have when tenants default on paying rent is to file a lien against the property of the tenant. This may extend to seizure of bank accounts. This process is regulated by state law, and not many states still allow landlord liens as of 2011.

Ways to Close the Income Gap: From IRS Collections to Greater Savings

The gap between rich and poor continues to widen and many people, fueled by protests such as the Occupy Wall Street Movement, are asking questions about how to make the country's economics fairer. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) recently released a study noting

Tax Tips for the College-Bound

As fall approaches, most colleges have already begun their fall terms, or will be starting very shortly. It can be daunting to think about leaving home for school; making new friends, taking harder cl

Claiming a Tax Refund As a Student Or Recent Graduate

There's a popular misconception here in Britain that nursing students are exempt from paying income tax. In this article, we uncover the fact and the fiction behind student nurse taxes, and take a look at how to claim back any overpaid tax that you've already paid.

10 Facts to Help You With Home Business Taxes

10 facts bout your home based business and taxes, including information on how to calculate deduction percentage, direct and indirect home business expenses, and limits to home business deductions.

Are FHA Refinance Closing Costs Tax Deductible?

When interest rates drop, many homeowners wonder whether it is advantageous to refinance their mortgages. There are many factors to consider before determining whether to refinance. One of those considerations is whether refinancing offers tax advantages. That means closely examining whether the

How to File Taxes for a Deceased Person

When a person dies, his or her estate may be required to file a tax return. If you are the surviving spouse, administrator or executor of the estate, you are required to file a tax return for the decedent. A deceased person's estate may be due a refund or owe a balance. Below is a step-by-step guid

U.S. Renewable Energy Sector Outlook For 2009

Despite momentum in public opinion, political circles, and discussions among strategic investors, the renewables sector faces a challenging year like most sectors of the economy. While comprehensive c

How to Calculate Gross Wages for Your Last Week of Work

Calculating the gross wages you earned for your last week of work is good information to have if you want a snapshot of your gross earnings so that you can anticipate how much your pay check will be. In addition, it helps determine your unemployment benefits. You can calculate the figure yourself in

How Can I E-File My Pennsylvania State Taxes for Free?

No one likes to pay taxes, but the ability to e-file your state tax return for free takes at least a little bit of the sting out of tax season. If you live or work in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, you can file your state tax return electronically for free at the state revenue department's websit

Limitations on Estate Tax Return Audits

The statute of limitations on estate tax returns is the same as for a personal or any other type of tax return. The IRS attempts to audit returns within a reasonable time frame, and the IRS website states that the majority of audits are for tax returns filed within the last two years.

Tips for Deductible Items for Income Tax

One of the ways to reduce your taxes during tax season is to claim deductions for expenses during the year. The IRS permits deductions on a variety of expenses, including child care expenses, business expenses and charitable donations. Whether preparing taxes yourself or hiring a tax...

IRS Tax Debt - Disabled and in Debt? You're Not Helpless Against the IRS

If you're disabled and can't work, the last thing you need is an IRS Tax Debt to add to your troubles. If your only income is a disability check, how can you pay your sky high IRS debt? Sorry to say it, but as long as you have income, the IRS wants a piece of it. But there are ways to keep

Certified Public Accountants Outlook: End of 2012 Tax Year and IRS Reopening

Tax preparers all alike are breathing a twofold sigh of relief. For starters, the race to file on October 15th is finally behind us and the Senate has come up with a deal to end the government shutdown. As the 2012 tax year comes to a close, Certified Public Accountants will anxiously wait on IRS up