Tax Credits

A tax credit is an incentive that lets a taxpayer reduce the total amount of tax owed. Find out which tax credits are available to you.

Tax Basics

Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.

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The bill proposes making the credit permanently fully refundable. Here’s what to know.

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The IRS is stepping up enforcement on potential tax evasion by looking more closely at who’s exchanging cryptocurrencies.

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The deadline for filing your 2020 taxes is May 17, 2021. Here’s what else to know.

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8 wise tax moves for ’08

These tax tips can help lessen the grip of Uncle Sam, says CPA George Saenz.

4 min read Dec 26, 2007
Taxes made easy

The most dreaded three-letter word in the English language: tax. We explore this boring and complicated subject.

1 min read Dec 17, 2007
Window tinting can mean a tax credit

You may still be able to recoup part of the cost of this simple energy-saving home improvement through a credit on your 2007 tax filing.

4 min read Jul 16, 2007
10 new tax laws you need to know

Lawmakers were busy in 2006, so be sure to check out these tax code changes. They might save you some money.

10 min read Jan 10, 2007
Cooling a tax bill with energy credits

You can earn tax credits when replacing your air conditioning system as long as it meets the energy-efficient requirements, says CPA George Saenz.

2 min read Dec 08, 2006
Hybrid credit gone for Toyota, fading fast for Honda

Nissan and Mazda have finally joined Honda on the hybrid tax credit track.

7 min read Oct 11, 2006
2007 exemption amounts

Taxes are all about numbers. This table provide basic information about 2007 exemption amounts.

1 min read Jan 01, 2006
Determining taxable income

It’s hard to believe, but the IRS doesn’t tax every cent you make! It only collects on your taxable income.

4 min read Apr 01, 2005