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Penalty on withdrawals from Roth IRA?
Article: Whether you pay a penalty on Roth IRA withdrawals depends on a few factors.
2011-01-25T00:00:00
When it's OK to tap your IRA
Article: If you need to take money from your IRA, here's when Uncle Sam says it won't cost you extra.
2012-04-06T00:00:00
What does it mean to claim insolvency?
Article: The definition of assets is important in determining the extent to which a person is insolvent.
2010-09-16T00:00:00
Converting nondeductible IRA to Roth
Article: All gains in your IRA will be taxed at ordinary income tax rates, no matter what their nature.
2011-05-17T00:00:00
Beware scams when cutting property taxes
Article: It's free to challenge property taxes. Watch out for companies that want to charge you for it.
2012-07-18T00:00:00
Claim losses on investment property venture
Article: Attorney fees paid while defending your right to an investment asset can be added to its basis.
2013-01-15T00:00:00
Tax record-keeping tips
Article: Don't drown under tons of old tax forms. Here are the best ways to organize your records.
2012-04-05T00:00:00
Roll over 401(k) loan or pay penalty, taxes?
Article: A reader can roll over his 401(k) loan, but wonders if it'd be better to pay the penalty.
2012-10-16T00:00:00
Moving IRA assets under divorce decree
Article: If you correctly transfer your IRA assets to your ex-spouse, it will not be a taxable event.
2011-01-20T00:00:00
Donating a vehicle to charity
Article: How the charity uses the vehicle you donate affects your deduction.
2009-03-31T00:00:00
Reporting interest from foreign accounts
Article: The IRS imposes stiff penalties on individuals who don't report offshore account earnings.
2012-02-07T00:00:00
Are insurance settlements taxable?
Article: Typically, insurance settlements for property damage or physical injury are not taxable, says CPA George Saenz.
2008-09-10T07:00:00
Early IRA withdrawals
Article: Some early IRA withdrawals are OK with the IRS.
2009-04-09T00:00:00
Can I deduct mortgage payments for rental?
Article: You can't deduct mortgage payments, but you can take other tax breaks on rental property.
2012-04-03T00:00:00
Rich, famous and tussling with the taxman
Article: These stars made it big, but they neglected to give Uncle Sam his share.
2013-04-15T00:00:00
Don't you dare deduct these expenses!
Article: Steer clear of certain deductions or risk the ire of the IRS. However, there are exceptions.
2013-04-04T00:00:00
Where's my tax refund?
Article: The IRS offers a number of ways to track down your tax refund.
2009-03-19T00:00:00
Time's up! It's tax deadline day
Article: No more excuses. Send something to the IRS by the deadline, or face the consequences.
2013-04-15T00:00:00
Reasons for a tax audit
Article: Why did your taxes get audited? Ask your tax peers.
2009-04-14T00:00:00
8 tax breaks that cost Uncle Sam big money
Article: As Congress tries to reduce the deficit, some tax breaks may be on the chopping block.
2012-10-17T00:00:00
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