Bankrate’s 2010 Tax Guide: Family and education

You care for your children and dependents all year. At tax time Uncle Sam may take care of you.

• Domestic violence complicates tax problems
  In considering innocent spouse relief, the IRS takes spousal abuse into account.
• Tax steps household employers need to take
  Don't forget taxes when hiring household help. That nanny, gardener or home nurse will cost you more than salaries.
• Avoid the nanny tax pitfalls
  Don't be tripped up by the nanny tax. Be sure to follow the rules when it comes to household help.

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