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Guide to Car Donation Tax Deduction
Arranging for a car donation tax deduction involves more than tracking essential paperwork after donating the auto. Make sure the charity and the donated vehicle qualify.
What is VAT? - Value Added Tax Explained
VAT, introduced in France in 1954, is now a major source of taxation revenue for European governments. It is a tax on consumption, or on value-added goods and services.
Maximizing Small Business Tax Deductions
Small Business owners can maximize their business tax deductions with good tax planning. Here are a few tips to claim the fullest reduction in tax payments.
IRS Offer in Compromise to Settle Back Taxes
Heard of an Offer In Compromise? Trying to resolve or settle taxes with the IRS? Get the facts about an Offer In Compromise.
How Do Tax Havens Work?
Governments regularly lose both individual corporate income tax revenues due to a variety of methods involving low-tax countries or territories known as tax havens.
Tax Attorneys – Hire a Business Tax Lawyer
When hiring a business tax attorney, look for a professional with the proper education, prior successes, and certifications to handle a tax plan or help with IRS relief.
What Is a Tax Attorney?
Tax attorneys work with individuals, couples, and businesses in the specialty of tax law. A good tax lawyer understands the complex and ever-changing rules of tax law.
Easier IRS Filing With Federal Income Tax Help
The Internal Revenue Service website offers federal income tax help, free tax forms and help with online tax filing. The IRS provides tax help and tips for consumers.
Energy Tax Credits for Home Improvements in US
Until December 31, 2010, these home improvements will save homeowners on their taxes in the form of a credit directly to the amount of taxes owed, not a deduction.
Road Tax and Why the Name is Wrong
Road Tax has entered the public lexicon as a source of much complaint. But that complaint is often based on a basic misapprehension. Road Tax simply doesn't exist.
The Government Announces the New BC HST
Come July 1st 2010, when BC implements the new harmonized sales tax, individuals will likely pay more to dine out and get a haircut.
Tips for Finding a Good Tax Attorney
How can one get the best tax lawyer? Here are a few helpful tips, including an explanation of what a tax attorney does, why consider hiring one, and what to look out for.
Flat Tax Versus FairTax
With TEA parties growing across the nation, it is likely that the income tax system may be completely reformed with the coming generation of voters.
Arguments Against the FairTax
The tax code is complicated. The FairTax will simplify it so that every taxpayer can understand it, but that doesn't mean that it is without fault.
Arguments for the FairTax
The current tax code is complicated. The FairTax will simplify it so that every American can understand it.
What is the FairTax?
The current income tax code is complicated. Among several reform bills to simplify the tax code, the FairTax seeks to replace income tax with sales tax.
Four Reasons Against the Flat Tax
While the Flat Tax gains ground with passionate voters, it is important to understand why this system should be approached with caution.
Four Reasons for the Flat Tax
While the Flat Tax is a reform that has not picked up as much steam as other ideas, it is important to understand why this system should be supported.
What is the Flat Tax?
The current income tax code is complicated. Among several reform bills to simplify the tax code, the Flat Tax seeks to tax all income equally.
Turning Old Stock Market Losses Into Tax Breaks
It is terrible to lose money on risks in the stock market, but there are some ways to lessen the blow and turn the losses into partial wins.
The Truth About Tax Write Offs
Many have heard of the benefits of tax breaks, but the truth is that looking for them through loans that last a lifetime and unnecessary expenses are not beneficial.
Choosing the Right Business Structure
What factors should one consider when choosing a business structure? Getting the right set-up is often a balancing act.
How to Choose a Business Structure
One should consider the pros and cons of each organizational structure when choosing the most suitable form for a business.
How Do the Business Structures Compare
What is the definition of each business structure, and how do the different business structures compare to each other?
Economic Theories of Taxation
Tax systems are very complicated in practice, but they are indeed based on economic theories, which may seem to be simple and evident.