Lawmaker Fed Up With Tax Donations Mar 26, 2008
The New York Assemblywoman hopes her fellow lawmakers rethink the use of those tiny boxes on state income tax forms that allow residents to donate to charities. The problem. (Newsmax)
Private school parents to get tax break in 2009 Mar 15, 2008
Parents will be able to deduct those school expenses beginning in 2010, on their 2009 state income tax forms. The deduction would apply to all taxpayers who are parents, not just those who itemize their returns, according to the Department of Revenue. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Mortgage Pre-Approval versus Mortgage Pre-Qualification Mar 15, 2008
In addition to obtaining a credit report, many Lenders require the buyer to provide proof of two years of work history, pay-stubs or income tax forms, copies of bank statements for source of funds verification and copies of charge card statements. When the documentation is provided, it is then submitted to the Mortgage Underwriter for review and approval. (RealtyTimes)
Enjoy the 'Best Old Movies' at library Mar 8, 2008
The library has a supply of selected income tax forms. You can also copy federal forms from and for state forms. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Letters from readers Mar 8, 2008
It has been reported that approximately 25 million senior Americans do not have to file income tax forms. They are below the filing income amount or they are only on Social Security for their total income. (Florida Times-Union)
CSUN students offer free tax assistance Mar 1, 2008
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States To Consumers: Pay Up Feb 28, 2008
If you live in California, New York, Ohio, Michigan, North Carolina, or in one of 17 smaller states, you might have noticed a nagging little line on your individual state income tax forms this year. In California, it reads--cryptically--"Use Tax. This is not a total line (see page 16)." In Michigan, the line is a bit more helpful, instructing: "Enter use tax due on Internet, mail order or other out-of-state purchases from worksheet 1, line 3, p. 9.". (Forbes -- Business)
Life force: Young widow holds out helping hand Feb 25, 2008
Whether or not she should still check off the married box on her income tax forms. How to find joy again in cooking, something she'd done for her husband every night. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
McCain challenges Obama on financing Feb 16, 2008
Candidates who accept public funding are eligible for about $85 million, which is raised when taxpayers check off a $3 donation box on their income tax forms. No major party candidate rejected public funds for the general election since the system was put in place in the 1970s after the Watergate scandal. (Boston Globe)
Changes affect 2007 tax returns Feb 13, 2008
Taxpayers should be aware of important changes to the tax law before they complete their 2007 federal income tax forms. Here are some changes that may affect your return. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
State News Briefs (6) Feb 10, 2008
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, MT)
Americans need help understanding nutritional information Jan 30, 2008
Understanding nutritional information ranks right up there today with understanding federal income tax forms. We are puzzled and need help. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Paying kids to learn earns big F Jan 29, 2008
Who can judge one student's merit to participate over another's, based on numbers from their families' income tax forms. Paying students to study teaches our children that external rewards are more important than internal, and that scholastic success is measured only in numbers and letters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
AARP tax help sign-ups will be held at Hillside Jan 24, 2008
AARP tax aides will soon begin preparing income tax forms for 2007, starting with a sign-up day on Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside Clubhouse. No taxes will be prepared that day. (Walnut Creek Rossmoor News, CA)
Get your taxes done for free Jan 19, 2008
News Popular Pages Services. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is totally free. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Wilmington Memorial Library Jan 17, 2008
The library has a supply of federal and state income tax forms ... Income tax forms are also available to print from the IRS web site. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Responders to get new tax break Jan 14, 2008
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Newport Twp. commissioners remember fire victim Jan 10, 2008
In other business, it was brought to the board s attention there is a problem with the 2007 earned income tax forms being distributed by Berkheimer. Some township residents may have received forms from Berkheimer showing the tax rate of 2 percent. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Bulletin board: Jan. 1, 2008 Jan 1, 2008
Kanawha County Public Library will have both printed and reproducible state and federal income tax forms available at all locations of the library systems in Kanawha County in January. Volunteer organizations, such as AARP-Tax Aide or the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, may also be offering tax preparation services at some KCPL branches beginning in February. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
MIKE MOORE: Corporate lessons on shooing off the tax man Dec 26, 2007
Here, I ve been scanning income tax forms for years, looking in vain for the box marked no thanks. Must be seriously fine print, because some businesses have been checking that box in Wisconsin for years. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
$200M in pork projects Dec 21, 2007
Makes you wonder why we even bother with filing income tax forms every April. If the government is so all-knowing, why should I fill out forms with information they already know. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
THE HEDLUND REPORT / School grants and grades for Legislature Dec 14, 2007
We have increased funding for veterans shelters, upped the allowance given to vets to heat their homes, increased the amount of money provided to bury indigent veterans, and placed a check-off box on state income tax forms to help identify recently returned veterans eligible for a Welcome Home bonus. But there are still many important issues that we have neglected to address, including. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Political Speech Is Not Free Speech Dec 11, 2007
Such funds come, however, from the few taxpayers who choose to use the $3 checkoff on their income tax forms. These funds cannot go to candidates in primaries until funds are allocated for both national conventions and both general election campaigns. (Townhall.com)
Headline: Convoluted sentencing laws a key reason for California prison crowding Dec 9, 2007
FOLSOM - When California adopted its criminal sentencing code 30 years ago, a state appeals court marveled that it was virtually incomprehensible, comparing it to income tax forms and insurance policies. The appellate judges wondered if the Legislature had used "some long departed Byzantine scholar to create its seemingly endless and convoluted complexities.". (North County Times)
The Hedlund Report -- Good news for the district Dec 6, 2007
We have increased funding for veterans shelters, upped the allowance given to vets to heat their homes, increased the amount of money provided to bury indigent veterans and placed a check-off box on state income tax forms to help identify recently returned veterans eligible for a Welcome Home bonus. But there are still many important issues that we have neglected to address, including fixing Chapter 40B, expanding tax credits for the elderly, passing a much-needed environmental bond bill,... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Ex-NYC Top Cop Kerik Pleads Not Guilty Nov 11, 2007
Falsely claiming $80,000 in charitable contributions and a home-office deduction on his income tax forms. Not reporting the wages he paid to a nanny for his children and not paying her Social Security and Medicaid taxes. (Newsmax)
Servicing the needs of our veterans Nov 6, 2007
Our bill will help the commonwealth identify qualifying veterans by creating a check-off box on the state s income tax forms, where residents can indicate if they served in Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom or in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Department of Veterans Services will cross-check these names and addresses with the list of current recipients, and then reach out to those individuals who have not applied so they can take advantage of this benefit. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Glazers Boost Children's Museum Oct 16, 2007
" The Glazer family established the Glazer Family Foundation in 1999 to focus on charitable and educational causes in the area. To put the size of the $5 million contribution in perspective, consider that last year, the foundation donated slightly more than a half-million dollars to about three dozen causes, such as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, United Way and University Community Hospital. Also consider that according to the foundation's 2005 income tax forms, the group donated about... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Deadline passes for late tax filers Oct 14, 2007
Several popular tax breaks were renewed too late to be included on 2006 federal income tax forms, the IRS said. Accordingly, many taxpayers need to follow special instructions to claim the deduction for state and local sales taxes, tuition and fees, and educator expense. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Sars targets large companies Oct 13, 2007
The initiative was a part of this year's filing season activities, where Sars had been engaging big employers to assist their employees on-site with completing their income tax forms ... Gordhan and Sasol CEO Pat Davies witnessed the handing in of income tax forms on Friday, after Sars launched the service at the company on Monday. (iAfrica.com)
State's computer consultant involved in other 'data breaches' Sep 29, 2007
It said that led to "dozens" of documents containing confidential client information required to determine eligibility for public assistance - Social Security numbers, medical evaluations, income tax forms, and pay stubs - to be mistakenly sent to the Take Care Store, a medical supply warehouse in Seattle. It took about two months for employees at the warehouse to determine that the faxes - at least 144 - were coming from Texas, according to the newspaper. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Edwards says he'll take public money Sep 28, 2007
The public financing system is paid for by $3 checkoffs on federal income tax forms ... The public funding of presidential elections is paid for by the $3 checkoff that appears on federal income tax forms. (News & Observer)
Quinn says Blago budget cut is 'bone-headed' Sep 27, 2007
About 35,000 for the fund was generated through a check-off donation box on state income tax forms. The governor vetoed hundreds of millions in spending from the new state budget last month after lawmakers rejected his demands for a near-universal health-care program and a controversial business tax to pay for it. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
* 'The Age of Turbulence' charts economist's life to a jazz score Sep 23, 2007
Among his fellow musicians he became known as the band's resident intellectual, the clarinetist who could also fill out his bandmates' income tax forms for them. Between sets, when they disappeared into the green room - "which would quickly fill with the smell of tobacco and pot," Greenspan recalls - he read books about business. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Book Review: The Age of Turbulence Sep 19, 2007
In 1944 a draft board in central Manhattan rejected Alan Greenspan, then a recent high school graduate, for military service because he had a spot on his lung that looked like it might be tuberculosis. So Greenspan, suddenly without a plan for the future, auditioned to play clarinet for the trumpeter Henry Jerome's traveling big band. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Glad You Asked: Where can I buy odd-sized sheets? Sep 18, 2007
If you would like to help seniors prepare their income tax forms, the Tax-Aide Program has a free three-day training course in association with the IRS. You must be able to volunteer for four hours of counseling per week February through April 15th. If you might be interested, call Cynthia Koepke at (262) 639-3505, or 1-888-AARPNOW (1-888-227-7669), or log on to. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Essay contest invites students to dream Sep 16, 2007
Contributions to the plans may be deducted on West Virginia state income tax forms. Talk Back. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Newell pleads guilty to fraud Sep 12, 2007
He pleaded guilty to using his position to profit from at least three deals and using money laundering, fake financial disclosure and income tax forms to hide the profits. Sentencing is set for Jan. 11. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Inside cramped vaults, the evidence mounts Sep 12, 2007
Sarino said much of the evidence they deal with is "mundane" income tax forms and other paperwork, but she and Grenville have encountered some odd items, including an ironing board used as evidence in a non-capital murder case and an assortment of colorful whips from a civil domestic dispute. There are gory autopsy photos and sealed evidence bags, which sometimes develop an odor from bacteria-ridden body fluids. (Florida Today)
Lost luggage has info on 61 school workers Sep 4, 2007
"District officials said none of the affected employees had discovered any identity theft problems.Among other things, the routine audit, which is conducted once every three years, involves randomly pulling the payment histories of about five dozen employees and tracking their pay throughout a one-year period. Auditors look to see if employees received the right salary, their benefits were calculated correctly and their W-2 income tax forms arrived on time.It's done "to ensure there was no... (Florida Today)
Legislative session ends with flurry of tax breaks Jun 29, 2007
The largest tax break approved would go to taxpayers who itemize on their income tax forms. But lawmakers also sent Blanco a litany of tax break proposals that would kick in a year after the 2007-08 budget and could saddle the next governor's administration with hundreds of millions of dollars in lost revenue. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Countdown to coverage Jun 18, 2007
A Individuals will be required to certify on their annual income tax forms that they have insurance. The state will cross-check those forms with records from insurance companies and employers. (Boston Globe)
Bill pleases Cain, Adley May 25, 2007
Now citizens have the hope of once again regaining their deductions on Louisiana State Income Tax forms. his will be a big tax cut for the middle class, Sen. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Read more at Linux.com May 16, 2007
It also issued a statement about some of the software that, according to Oliva, "explicitly permitted any taxpayer to use the program for the sole purpose of filling in income tax forms.". These developments address some of the FSFLA's concerns. (NewsForge)
Culver tax plan had rough, short life May 14, 2007
The group's recommendations for immediate action, as printed in the final report (Explanations in parentheses are by Lee Enterprises Des Moines Bureau):-- Provide commercial property tax relief to the extent possible to commercial property owners by means of a commercial property tax refund reported on income tax forms and paid as a property tax refund. (This proposal, the only one that specifically deals with businesses, is the policy outline for a one-time 25 million property tax refund. (Sioux City Journal)
Disaster aid available to Swisher workers 05-08-2007 May 9, 2007
You must provide federal income tax forms (Schedules SE and Schedule C or Schedule F) to receive disaster unemployment benefits. If in doubt, please call one of the numbers listed below. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
0 Comment(s) Oceanside man wins $38 million with SuperLotto ticket May 4, 2007
Though there are no state or local taxes on the money, he will have to declare them on future income tax forms, she added. Winners can add other people, such as family members, to their lottery claim, allowing the money to be passed onto survivors, Doyle Johnston said. (North County Times)
Audit office calls for simpler tax forms Apr 27, 2007
Making tax forms simpler could reduce the 300m worth of underpayments that result from unintentional errors on income tax forms, according to a report by the National Audit Office (NAO). Although HM Revenue ms (HMRC) has taken steps to improve the tax process by introducing shorter forms for people in straightforward circumstances, the NAO said there were still problems with the system. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Corporate taxes hard to pin down Apr 18, 2007
While lots of Americans bemoan the April 17 deadline for filing individual income tax forms, Georgia corporations have already been dealing with the pain ... Companies that operate on a calendar year are supposed to turn in federal income tax forms by March 15. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Time to pay up Apr 17, 2007
The deadline for income tax forms is midnight tonight. WASHINGTON The deadline is upon us, and people across the country are finishing up an estimated 3. (The Clarion-Ledger)
IRS offers tax tips as filing day deadline approaches Apr 7, 2007
SAN DIEGO -- With the April 17 deadline fast approaching for people to file their federal and state income tax forms and payments, local Internal Revenue Services officials released a list of tips, reminders and helpful hints. IRS spokesman Raphael Tulino said the filing deadline, which typically falls on April 15, had been pushed off until Tuesday, April 17, this year because April 15 is a Sunday, and Monday, April 16 is Emancipation Day -- a legal holiday in the District of Columbia, to... (North County Times)
Sociologists contest Census numbers Apr 7, 2007
That s because college students are often getting their first jobs and filing their first income tax forms in Corvallis, but when they graduate a few years later, then it appears that the population has taken a huge dip, when in fact the comings and goings of college students happen all the time. In Corvallis, unlike Eugene, which has a bigger population and larger employment base, the student population makes up about one-third of the county s total population. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Supplying class Mar 30, 2007
With an April 17 deadline looming to file their 2006 federal income tax forms, teachers across the southeast Iowa and west central Illinois area who have yet to complete their returns are gathering receipts for things they bought last year to use in their classrooms. Uncle Sam permits a deduction of up to $250 in teachers' out of pocket purchases for classroom supplies. (The Hawk Eye)
United Way gives thanks to those who gave a helping hand Mar 27, 2007
Houghton College students work through the United Way to help senior citizens file income tax forms. While several organizations were recognized for achievements in giving, the Giant Food Marts in Cuba and Wellsville and Tops Friendly Markets in Wellsville were all given awards for achieving 100 percent participation in employee contribution. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
What's in a name? Social insecurity Mar 16, 2007
I thought I had, since Heather Lende is printed on my passport, license, income tax forms, property deeds, insurance policies and the nameplate in front of my chair at Haines Borough School Board meetings. Not so, said the Social Security computer, which cross-checked my license renewal application at the office of the Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles here and blocked it. (Anchorage Daily News)
Albright: Handbook for young adults should include info on filing taxes Mar 15, 2007
Note to self: The Handbook of Independence for Young Adults must contain this advice Filing income tax forms is mandatory. Forms must be sent on or before April 15. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Post aComment Mar 14, 2007
Demographers have long argued the decennial census could be more accurate if based on estimates drawn from local, state and federal records such as income tax forms, occupancy and building permits. Can't those principles be applied by state government as they distribute state income and motor fuel tax dollars locally. (Belleville News-Democrat)
Huntsville Library Happenings Mar 8, 2007
We have a Fax machine available, we make copies, we have Income Tax forms, we'll help you find things on Computers if you need us to. Comments. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Don't try to get away with not filing; it will hurt more Mar 4, 2007
Q. It's getting close to the deadline for filing income tax forms, but I don't think I can pay what I'm going to owe this year. What should I do. (Mail Tribune, OR)
IRB to help in filling returns Mar 3, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR: Taxpayers will get a helping hand in filling their income tax forms. In conjunction with the Taxpayers Service Month 2007, those needing help completing the 2006 tax returns can approach the nearest Inland Revenue Board (IRB) branch, said IRB public relations officer Najlah Ishak. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
California taxpayers can check box to help sea otter Mar 1, 2007
California taxpayers can help save threatened sea otters by checking the "CA Sea Otter Fund" donation box on state income tax forms ... At least $250,000 in donations must be received from the Sea Otter Fund donation box for it to appear on state income tax forms in the future. (Fresno Bee -- State)
A taxing weekend Mar 1, 2007
When it comes time to prepare one's annual income tax forms for presentation to our benevolent governing agencies, there are two approaches. The first, usually employed by the majority of intelligent people I know, involves bringing a shoebox full of papers having anything to do with personal finances for the preceding year to skilled professionals that will do taxes for anyone willing to pay a fee. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Business owner gets 8 months for tax fraud Feb 25, 2007
Jesus Gomez Torres, 47, had pleaded guilty in November to two counts of filing false federal income tax forms for calendar years 2000 and 2001. He is sole owner and operator of Hawaii Auto Wholesale. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
State's tax check-off program raising millions Feb 22, 2007
Coloradans have donated $30 million to charitable groups since the state allowed them to make contributions on state income tax forms. Taxpayers in the state have been able to make such contributions, by checking off boxes for different agencies and programs on their tax forms, since 1977. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Business briefs Feb 13, 2007
- AARP Tax Aide Volunteers will be at the Pensacola Public Library downtown from 9:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. today to help people prepare their income tax forms ... The deadline to file federal income tax forms is April 17. (Pensacola News Journal)
