Pull Your Property Taxes Back Down to Earth

Pull Your Property Taxes Back Down to Earth Higher property tax bills have accompanied the rising market values of homes over the past several years. If your property taxes have reached the stratosphere, here are some tips to knock them back down to earth. What is...

Common Tax Questions: What everyone is wondering

Common Tax Questions: What everyone is wondering During tax season, there are a number of areas that generate questions. Here are five of the most common and their answers. But like most things, there can be exceptions, so if in doubt, always ask for help. Are my...

Never Take on the IRS Alone!

Never Take on the IRS Alone! Sleuthing your way through a tax audit by yourself is not the same as fixing a leaky faucet or changing your oil. Here are reasons you should seek professional help as soon as you receive a letter from the IRS: IRS auditors do this for a...

Make Your Child’s Summer Break a Tax Break!

Make Your Child’s Summer Break a Tax Break! As a busy working parent, you may be on the lookout for activities that are available for your kids this summer. There may be a solution that’s also a tax break: Summer camp! Using the Child and Dependent Care Credit,...

The Home Gain Exclusion: Make Sure You Qualify!

The Home Gain Exclusion: Make Sure You Qualify! The home gain exclusion is one of the most generous tax breaks available to taxpayers, providing the ability to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) in capital gains on the sale of your personal residence. Here is...

Calling All Taxpayers: Plan Now or Pay Later

Calling All Taxpayers: Plan Now or Pay Later Procrastination is easy, especially when it comes to summertime tax planning. But waiting to implement strategies to reduce your 2023 tax obligations could cost you money. Here are some suggestions to help jumpstart your...