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Tag Archives: income



Charitable donations

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  Tax Law

Making charitable donations is a legitimate way to reduce your taxable income, and as a result reduce the overall taxes you’d have to pay.

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Tax credit

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  Tax Law

A tax credit is different than a tax deduction, which reduces taxable income.  A credit, though, reduces your tax liability dollar-for-dollar.  For example, if there were a tax credit of $1000 for using environmentally friendly construction materials, you would owe $1000 less in taxes that year.

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Chapter 7

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  Tax Law

Under Chapter 7, the debtor filing for bankruptcy has expenses that exceed income.  The debtor may have become insolvent for various reasons, including unemployment, medical bills, lawsuits, or economic hardships.  When debtors reach this point of insolvency, it means that they’re unable to pay back their debts.  A Chapter 7 filing is essentially a liquidation [...]

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Do I have to pay the Alternative Minimum Tax?

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  FAQs

Determining whether you’re required to pay the AMT is tricky, as a number of things on your return can effect liability. Typically, an AMT exemption is offered to taxpayers with moderate income levels, but after reaching a certain point the AMT still applies. Because calculations are complicated, it’s smart to consult a professional accountant with [...]

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I’m planning to start a small business, but I’m worried I’ll do something wrong and violate IRS rules. What can I do to avoid trouble?

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  FAQs

The best way to avoid problems is to keep detailed records and to seek the advice of financial professionals. For example, if you’re making deductions for auto expenses and for advertising, you’ll need to keep all canceled checks and other documents pertaining to those deductions. Be especially vigilant with maintaining records for travel, entertainment, and [...]

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Part-Time CFO Services

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  Business

Smart business decisions begin with the right tools. Four Brothers Financial, LLC. delivers the data you need throughout the fiscal year. Instead of dealing with finances on your own, let our professionals help. »  Accurate tracking of company expenses and income »  Providing a monthly report detailing current accounting standings »  Generating financial statements and [...]

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Tax-Law For Individuals

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  4 Comments  //  News

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) There are several changes affecting Alternative Minimum Tax for 2009. Child-Related Tax Changes Information on adoption benefits, child’s investment income, the definition of a qualifying child, and additional child tax credit. COBRA Premium Assistance P.L. 111-118 made changes to the COBRA premium assistance provisions. Decreased Estimated Tax Payments for Qualified Individuals [...]

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Noteworthy Changes 2010

Thursday, May 6, 2010  //  0 Comments  //  News

The end of the year is now approaching and with the calendar’s change to 2010, we will also see a series of changes in federal tax laws. Certain tax deductions and benefits available to millions of Americans will no longer be available next year. Additionally, there are many changes to the rate structures, exemptions, phase [...]

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Tax Strategies for Individuals

Friday, January 1, 2010  //  1 Comment  //  Financial Guides

With proper planning, individuals can utilize strategies to reduce their tax bills.  The CPAs of Four Brothers Financial, LLC. are experts at identifying and implementing these strategies for you.  Our goal is to help you save money. Tax strategies include: Recordkeeping: We’ll help you develop accurate and efficient recordkeeping. Maximizing Deductions: With full knowledge of [...]

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