Eleanor W. Swindell1932 20099 (3) Nov 18, 2009
She worked as a secretary with the Soil Conservation office for 22 years and prepared income tax forms from her home for many years. She was a member of the Swan Quarter Baptist Church. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Government Incentives Can Help Finance Energy-Efficient Home Improvements Nov 5, 2009
Homeowners won t get the money back when they initially pay for equipment or upgrades, but they can add the credit amount to their overall tax refund, or deduct it from what they owe, when filing their federal income tax forms at the end of the year. Unlike tax deductions, which merely lower the total amount of taxable income, tax credits reduce dollar-for-dollar the amount of tax owed. (Scientific American)
KLAS-TV's Community Pride Program Oct 17, 2009
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low-income, working taxpayers get more money back when they file their federal income tax forms but most people are unaware of this tax credit. A tax credit reduces the amount of money owed and may result in a tax refund. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Japanese-American internees may receive honorary degrees Sep 21, 2009
Two Pleasant Valley State Prison inmates will be spending more time behind bars after being sentenced for filing dozens of false income tax forms. Davon Norvelle Spencer, 36, was sentenced Monday in U.S. District Court to 33 months in prison. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Without GOP, Baucus forges ahead on health Sep 16, 2009
ACORN - the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now - is facing scrutiny after two conservative activists posing as a prostitute and her pimp released hidden-camera videos in which ACORN employees in Baltimore gave advice on house-buying and filling out income tax forms. Simply put, ACORN should not receive another penny of American taxpayers money, said Representative John Boehner of Ohio, who also sent a letter to President Obama urging him to use his executive power to end... (Boston Globe)
Lawmaker, LLC officials discuss state funding Sep 3, 2009
He said alternative financing could pay for this, ranging from checkoffs on state income tax forms or even a share of specialty license plate funds. Contact Herb Meeker at or 238-6869. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Community News (3) Aug 23, 2009
Applicants will need their Social Security Number, a copy of the most recent federal income tax forms or check stubs and documentation to support they were working or self-employed when the disaster occurred. Additional information is available at. (Boerne Star, TX)
Health Care Hypocrisy Aug 20, 2009
The Medicare recipient will be required to sign the form, like income tax forms. A failure to return the form, check-marked and signed will operate to cancel Medicare coverage for that recipient. (Slate)
Hawks ex-girlfriend denies complicity in ex-wifes disappearance, presumed homicide Aug 14, 2009
Heidi Gutierrez, a tax evasion investigator, told the court that during that time period, Hawk did not file federal income tax forms. Debbie Hawk's child custody attorney, Kim Aguirre, discussed the legal battle between the embittered divorcees leading right up to Debbie's disappearance. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Dave Hawk trial, Day 3 Aug 13, 2009
Heidi Gutierrez, a tax evasion investigator, told the court that during that time period, Hawk did not file federal income tax forms ... Income tax forms were apparently filed by Dave Hawk that sent up a red flag for Aguirre, indicating that something was amiss. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
State News Briefs (4) Jul 21, 2009
Ron Omo of Big O Construction Inc. pleaded Thursday to a charge of giving false information on income tax forms. Both Omo and the company were accused of making false reports. (Helena Independent Record)
Cathy’s Corner — The world would be better without cruelty Jul 10, 2009
Perhaps, even, those horses could be given to youth camp organizations and be reported as losses (or donations to charity) on the owners income tax forms. Anything, but not keep them until they starve to death. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Richard Wiley, 80, a master of multiple careers Jun 30, 2009
My father didn t have any real single career, Garett said, and Mr. Wiley had a file folder full of income tax forms as ample evidence. In a conversation last month, He said to me that he s had 14 separate W-2s in his life, which is indicative of how many different things he did. (Boston Globe)
Shaw CEO urges legislators to fight education cuts May 24, 2009
The Senate will debate a proposal to temporarily delay a planned tax cut for middle- and upper-income taxpayers who itemize charitable donations, home mortgage interest and certain medical costs on their state income tax forms. But Bernhard stopped short Saturday of endorsing that plan. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Lawmaker wants delay in Stelly state tax rollback May 22, 2009
Lydia Jackson's plan to postpone by three years a partial rollback of the "Stelly tax plan" that would have allowed more deductions on personal income tax forms next year. Jackson said her idea would reduce by $118 million the proposed higher education spending cuts. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Post Office Cuts 25,000 Jobs This Year May 19, 2009
Mail handler Romon Finklea, far right, sorts envelopes containing income tax forms at a temporary drive-through mail drop a the North Little Rock, Ark. U.S. Postal service Processing and Distribution Center in this April 15, 2008 File Folder. (CBS News)
Motorcycle makers get stimulus shot May 12, 2009
NoHo Scooters is posting fliers explaining how much buyers can deduct on their income tax forms next year. The San Jose Motorsport Scooter Center is proclaiming the savings in newspaper and online ads and on posters throughout the store. (AZCentral -- Business)
Inmate pleads guilty in behind-bars tax scheme May 8, 2009
An inmate at Pleasant Valley State Prison extended his time behind bars for filing dozens of false income tax forms ... (AP) -- An inmate at Pleasant Valley State Prison extended his time behind bars for filing dozens of false income tax forms. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Deadlines for disaster unemployment assistance nearing May 7, 2009
They must provide 2008 federal or state income tax forms (Schedules SE and Schedule C or Schedule F) to receive DUA benefits. Individuals will need their Social Security number, a copy of their most recent federal or state income tax forms or check stubs, and documentation to support they were working or self-employed when the disaster occurred. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Market Forecaster May 5, 2009
To file a claim, individuals will need their Social Security number, a copy of their 2008 federal income tax forms, business financial statements, crop elevator receipts, bank receipts, a statement from their last employer affirming that they were working at the time of the weather disaster or a copy of a letter of hire. Online applications are available at and. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Business Briefing Apr 13, 2009
-- Deadline to file federal and state income tax forms. -- Labor Department releases Consumer Price Index for March. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Business leaders oppose deductibility plan Apr 3, 2009
Friday April 3, 2009. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Honest Tax Mistakes Fixable Mar 30, 2009
Given that, and the fact that filing income tax forms can be complicated stuff, there is a risk of making an honest mistake. So, what do you do if you've filed a federal return and realize after the fact that you made a mistake. (Click2Houston, TX)
Jerry Behn Legislative Update Mar 28, 2009
Just remove the ability of Iowans to deduct the amount of federal taxes paid on their state income tax forms. Currently, Iowans can deduct their federal tax burden from their state tax burden which saves Iowa families and businesses significant money. (Dallas County News, IA)
Iowa Dems, GOP battle over tax policy Mar 27, 2009
House GOP Leader Kraig Paulsen of Hiawatha warned Iowans not to be fooled into embracing a major tax policy change that will come back to bite them when their federal tax bills go up and they no longer can deduct the liability on their state income tax forms. When former President Bush's tax cuts are eliminated, "federal taxes will go up and with federal deductibility, you could deduct that. Without federal deductibility, Iowans will see tax increases," said Rep. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Post Office Desperate For Financial Help Mar 25, 2009
Mail handler Romon Finklea, far right, sorts envelopes containing income tax forms at a temporary drive-through mail drop a the North Little Rock, Ark. U.S. Postal service Processing and Distribution Center in this April 15, 2008 File Folder (AP Photo/Danny Johnston). (CBS News -- 48 Hours)
LETTERS: NCT, March 24, 2009 Mar 24, 2009
workers," March 13).I wonder if anyone in Sacramento realizes that the Board of Equalization employees audit and collect sales taxes owed but not paid by business. Do they know that each auditor enriches the state's funds by more than they earn each year? I don't recall if the Franchise Tax Board is also included, but I would assume they are. That board audits submitted income tax forms but I don't know if they bring in more than they cost. They probably do.If anyone in either department is... (North County Times)
Pimping propaganda Mar 18, 2009
Like [Cuban leader Fidel] Castro, you could offer to pay for them at values declared on the previous year's corporate income tax forms. The real American government isn't going to like that of course. (Asia Times Online)
Discuss 'The Things They Carried' at the library Mar 10, 2009
Mon Mar 09, 2009, 07:00 AM EDT. Upcoming Wilmington Reads Events Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m. Regret to Inform. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
The Taxpayers' Mantra: No We Won't Feb 25, 2009
So just think what would happen if American taxpayers 'really' wanted government to stop 'wasting' our money on earmarks or into failed 'bailout' pockets and as a 'Whole' stopped submitting our Federal Income tax forms and checks by April 15th. Government couldn't put the 'Whole' of us in jail. (Townhall.com)
Free tax help attracts seniors to West Utica Feb 25, 2009
UTICA It was a full house Tuesday as senior citizens at the West Side Senior Center sought assistance with the annual process of filing income tax forms. The free help was offered through AARP, which organizes local accountants who help seniors sift through tax laws. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Fumo grilled about 'gifts,' staffers' work Feb 13, 2009
Mr. Fumo cited a similar rationale in explaining why he had never reported the value of the gifts on this income tax forms. "I am required under the tax laws to report income, but not gifts," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
