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Few issues have stirred as much controversy in America as same sex marriage. Every state in the union seems to have slightly different policies defining marriage and they are in various stages of accepting or excluding gay marriage. Federal laws add more confusion. Taxes are especially frustrating to gay couples. In addition traveling to states that do not recognize their union can present legal and financial challenges.
With tax season in full swing, identity thieves are trolling the internet looking for Social Security Numbers (SSNs) and other personal information to get rich quick. According to the Wall Street Journal, this type of tax fraud is the “third-largest theft of federal funds after Medicare/Medicaid and unemployment-insurance fraud.” The Journal further reports that more than 1.1 million cases of tax-identity theft were filed in 2011, up from 51,700 in 2008, accounting for nearly $5.2 billion in fraudulent refunds.
If your boat never made it into the water this season, it might be time to consider selling. Unfortunately, the boat market is miserable right now, with few people able to buy and a lot of people looking to sell. The solution might be to donate your boat to charity. Donating your boat to a reliable charity is an excellent way to give back to the less fortunate, while saving a little money on the side. Because it is a donation, you can have your boat donation written off on your taxes. This will help you save some money, while donating to those in needs. If you're one of those who always wanted a boat but couldn't afford it, buying a donated boat could be the solution.
Everyone in the United States who earns more than $600 in a calendar year is required to pay taxes on their income. If you do not file an income tax return and you earned enough to qualify to pay taxes, you could face a hefty fine or even some time in jail. The IRS does not work quickly, but they are very thorough. You might think you got away with skipping your taxes this year, but a few years from now, you'll hear from the IRS when they figure out that you owe them money. Remember, the FBI did not catch Al Capone; he was caught and convicted by the IRS.
Most people are familiar with the mortgage interest deduction available for a first or second residence but don't realize there are many other tax savings opportunities available for owners of rental property. Because renting out property is considered a business, landlords are allowed to deduct a wide range of expenses related to operating that business, particularly if there is no personal use of the property in question by the owner.Top Taxes Tips
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