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10 tax time tips for consumers to protect themselves from identity theft

If you’re new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting! ID Analytics’ Offers Tips on How to Safeguard Your Identity ID Analytics recommends consumers follow ten tax time tips to protect their personal information from identity thieves. Tax season is quickly approaching and many Americans have already begun receiving [...]

Tax Reminder: Double incentives for long-term care insurance in many states

Taxpayers May Overlook Hundreds to Thousands in Combined Federal and State Deductions or Rebates, Industry Leader Advises Many Americans with long-term care insurance are learning Uncle Sam may give them a hefty deduction for their premiums; but many fail to realize their state may grant an additional deduction or credit. “If you can double your [...]

Unemployed? Here are 5 ways to save on 2009, 2010 taxes

If you’re unemployed, there are a few twists and turns in the tax code that can work to your benefit, according to CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business and a leading provider of tax, accounting and audit information, software and services (CCHGroup.com). 1. You can exclude up to $2,400 of unemployment compensation from your 2009 gross [...]

Get Smart and Save Money This Tax Season

The Illinois CPA Society Shares What’s New for Filing Your 2009 Return A little knowledge could save you money on your 2009 taxes. Filing a tax return is more complicated than usual this year because of the large number of new and expanded deductions and credits; they can work to your advantage if you understand [...]