2010 Tax Guide: Tax tips and tools

Daily tax tips plus an array of tax tools, terms and training will help you through filing and beyond.

• Tax documents necessary to file
  Before you can file, you need your tax documents. Here are the statements you should expect.
• 7 new tax laws to know
  Several new tax laws made it into the IRS Code. See which ones might help cut your tax bill.
• Beware the 'dirty dozen' tax scams
  Tax filing season is prime time for con artists looking to make money off your tax return.
• 5 tax breaks for the recession
  If you've lost or reduced your income in these hard times, there could be a tax silver lining.
• Deducting sales tax on a new car
  This year, even taxpayers who claim the standard deduction can take advantage of this tax break.
• Help available for low-income taxpayers
  These special clinics can help eligible individuals who have tax issues beyond simply filing.
• Filing assistance for special needs taxpayers
  Need a 1040 in Braille? Or a tax expert with a TDD number? Here are some options.
• Finding free tax help
  Everyone needs a little help now and then. At tax time, it can make a real difference, especially when it comes at no cost.
• Super Bowl winnings are taxable income
  Placed a bet on the big game? You're not alone, but most winners ignore the tax responsibilities.
• 8 tax-filing moves you can make now
  Procrastinate on your taxes and you could pay the price. Here's how to get a head start.

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