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Taxes

04/15/2009

R.I. taxpayers scramble to meet Wednesday night’s deadline for filing state, federal returns
The Providence office of the IRS and the state Division of Taxation both offer help for last-minute filers.

04/14/2009

Look up in the attic for next year’s tax deduction
By J.W. ELPHINSTONE

Pamela Yip: It’s not too late to make some last-minute tax moves
DALLAS — If you haven’t sent in your return yet, there are still some last-minute moves you can make between now and Wednesday:

AP Poll: Taxpayers more frugal with refunds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Most people say they plan to use this year’s tax refund to pay bills, deciding in this sour economy to be more frugal with their annual windfall.

04/13/2009

It's down to the wire as the tax deadline approaches
This tax-filing season, which ends Wednesday at midnight, has not been as challenging as last year’s, says a volunteer preparer.

MoneyLine: Social Security recipients can expect stimulus payment
Q: I understand that all Social Security recipients will be receiving an extra check for $250 under the new stimulus package. When are those checks expected, and how will recipients who only become eligible midyear be treated? I turn 62 in April and have applied for early Social Security starting in May, with my first check arriving in June. Should I expect the full $250, and when? . . . .

For Con$umers: A little more in your paycheck
A little more in your paycheck

04/08/2009

Last minute reminders before you file your taxes
By EILEEN AJ CONNELLY

Options to charge your tax assessment have drawbacks
By David Migoya

Options for paying your tax bill
By The Denver Post

Senate panel OKs expanded tax break for biodiesel fuel
Current law generally exempts only 100 percent biodiesel from the motor fuel tax. A new bill would also exempt a biodiesel mixture.

04/07/2009

Time for a withholding checkup?
By DAVID PITT

When to check your tax withholding
By The Associated Press

04/04/2009

MoneyLine: It might pay to amend your return
Q: You can take an additional standard deduction for real estate taxes on your 1040 form. What about the great many of us who use 1040EZ and already have filed?

04/02/2009

Tax havens eye uncertain future after concessions
By FRANK JORDANS

03/30/2009

Neil Downing: Some taxpayers may be able to get a rebate from the 2008 federal stimulus law
Changed circumstances could enable some taxpayers to claim a break through the 2008 federal stimulus law.

03/27/2009

Public offers its 2 cents on proposed gas-tax hike in R.I.
Some say they can absorb the proposed increase; others will keep an eye on Massachusetts prices.

03/25/2009

Expansion of sales tax under consideration again
Among the approaches being considered in the General Assembly is lowering the sales tax from 7 percent to 4.5 percent, but expanding its reach.

03/23/2009

MoneyLine: What to do if you don’t get a W-2 form from your employer
Suppose you’re trying to fill out your tax return by the April 15 deadline but you don’t have a Form W-2 wage statement because your employer never sent you one.

03/02/2009

Should you always file a joint return?
Filing a separate tax return while married is like packing a parachute -- most of the time you don’t need it, but when you do, it really pays off.

02/19/2009

IRS leniency throws taxpayers a lifeline
WASHINGTON -- In its bid to be more lenient this year, the IRS is giving its employees more flexibility in helping taxpayers in financial straits. Employees will have greater authority to temporarily suspend collection in certain hardship cases, especially when the taxpayer has lost a job or is facing a severe illness or large medical bills.

02/18/2009

Pay close to attention the fine print and save on your taxes
WASHINGTON — Filing your federal taxes could put a few extra bucks in your pocket this year, especially if you pay close attention to the fine print.

02/01/2009

TDI benefits are tax-free, so don’t include them on your returns
Q: I was told that, as of the first of the year, temporary disability will now be subject to tax . . . .

01/31/2009

Unemployment benefits must be reported as taxable income
If you collected unemployment benefits last year, must you include them, as income, on the tax return you’re preparing now? That’s the question a woman from Cranston asked MoneyLine:

01/29/2009

Some software companies offer free online filing
Can’t wait to get your tax returns done? If you live in Rhode Island, and you meet certain eligibility rules, you can prepare and file your federal and Rhode Island resident income tax returns online — all at no charge.

01/27/2009

Giving credit where it’s due
State officials promote awareness of the earned income tax credit, which generally puts money into the pockets of low-income families.

01/23/2009

Federal tax returns will go to a new address
Rhode Islanders will send their returns to Kansas City, Mo., instead of Atlanta.

01/14/2009

Massachusetts tax returns may be filed online for free
Because there are a number of exclusions, the program might appeal mainly to those with low incomes who have straightforward returns.