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You and taxes

Remember Uncle Sam
As you salary increases, the discrepancy between your gross income and net income also grows larger. Here's what it all means.

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The tax return
Tax planning doesn't decrease in importance. And tax mistakes cost you money. Keep up on tax changes and plan over the year for the deductions you can take.

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10 must-know tax terms, Basics on taxes -- Filing your return, Hassle-free tax record keeping, Common filing mistakes to avoid, Don't overlook deductions and credits, How to cut your taxes, How to find an accountant, Your job hunting expenses may be tax deductible, Ins-and-outs of home office deductions, Advanced tax planning for a home-based business, Maximize a new retirement savings tax credit, Your changing tax life, Haunted by the marriage penalty

 

-- Posted: Jan. 20, 2003

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