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Head of Household filing status: Another perk at tax time for same-sex parents with children
Last week, Helen wrote about why there are many good reasons for gays and lesbians to fight for the right to marry '“ but tax time is probably not one…
Marriage Penalty: same-sex couples still ahead at tax time
There are many good reasons for us gay folks to fight for the right to marry -- to be able to visit your loved one in a hospital, to collect…
When “Free” Simply Costs Your Business Too Much
Over the years in the small business world, especially when I went out on my own back in 2005, I've learned that the words 'œdiscount,' 'œfree,' 'œcheap' simply costs you…
Is it okay to cheat on your taxes?
When asked to join the Obama administration, Tom Daschle and Nancy Killefer were both undone by their failure to pay taxes. Tim Geithner, who did get confirmed, didn't properly pay…
Reason to Buy in 2009: New $8,000 tax credit to qualified buyers.
Congress recently enacted legislation providing a tax credit worth up to $8,000 for first-time homebuyers. A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in taxes, so if a buyer gets the…
How to prevent identity theft during tax season
Those that know me know I'm a stickler for security. I keep our doors locked even when we're home during the day. I do the final sweep before we go…
Save Money When You File Your Taxes
Most of our loyal Queercents readers have probably already filed their taxes and re-invested their tax return into something boring (like student loan payments or something else responsible). But, just…
“Free File” Your Taxes Through the IRS Website
If your adjusted gross income in 2008 was less than $56,000, you can use Free File at the IRS website to prepare and file your federal tax return. For those…
Do You Write Your Social Security Number on Checks to the IRS?
While the big tax day is still a few months in the future, for business owners, January 15th is one of the dreaded estimated tax payments deadlines. As I…
Are Weight Loss Programs Worth the Money?
It's officially a New Year, and many of us are setting goals for ourselves. Aside from the financial goals I've set (save more, cut my food costs, plan my wedding…