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Is elder abuse settlement taxable?
Whether a settlement is taxed or not depends on the nature of the claim, not the lawsuit.
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Capital gains tax exclusions of $1.5 mil?
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It takes time, a good market and homebuilding skills to claim $1.5 million in tax exclusions.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Who pays tax on disability benefits?
Article:
Social Security disability benefits are taxable, depending on your level of income.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Claiming tax credit for a caregiver
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You can claim a tax credit or a medical deduction for a caregiver, or a combination of both.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Reporting disability benefits for a minor
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Grandfather wants to know whose return reports the disability benefits being paid to his grandson.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Writing off a tax loss on a franchise
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Before determining the amount of tax loss on a franchise, make sure to amortize.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Sales tax deduction for a new roof?
Article:
When it comes to home renovations like a new roof, the sales tax deduction can get confusing.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Can sales tax on a new car be deducted?
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Tax law changes last year still allow you to deduct sales tax on a new car, with some limits.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Are blood donations taxable income?
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Depending on the situation, your blood donations could be taxed as earned income.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
IRS gets a cut of cruise ship winnings
Article:
You can't get away from giving Uncle Sam a taste when you're lucky at gambling.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Figuring depreciation on a rental
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The rules for depreciating a home that was converted to a rental can get tricky.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Penalty on required minimum distributions?
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There is an exception to the underpayment penalty if you take RMD late in the year.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Tax due on jointly held savings bonds?
Article:
When mom has died, how will interest on savings bonds held jointly with her daughter be taxed?
2010-02-09T00:00:00
When to deduct travel expenses
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A tale of two business offices, thousands of miles apart: Can travel expenses be deducted?
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Is IRA taxed for elder care?
Article:
You can minimize taxes paid on an IRA if you use the money to pay for a nursing home.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Tax penalties levied on a partnership
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To raise revenue, the IRS has bumped up late tax-filing fees for business partnerships.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Can retirement account loss be deducted?
Article:
Losses occurring in a retirement account like an IRA are not considered capital losses.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Roth IRA mistake costs plenty
Article:
An excess contribution three years ago to a Roth IRA will result in a penalty every year.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Will a refinance result in higher taxes?
Article:
Borrowing against your rental was smart while prices rose. But sell now and you still owe taxes.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
Banker should fix tax error
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Banker's error in titling an IRA causes a $35,000 tax bill, and he should be on the hook to fix it.
2010-02-09T00:00:00
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