When You Should Hire a Tax Attorney

When You Should Hire a Tax Attorney

No one wants to have to talk to the IRS but, unfortunately, we sometimes have to. If you’re being audited or need to negotiate with the IRS, you’ll have to communicate with the IRS. The question is: when should you talk to the IRS yourself and when should you hire an...
Tax Tips for Freelance Writers

Tax Tips for Freelance Writers

If you’re a freelance writer, the IRS will probably classify you as a small business owner. This means that doing your taxes can be a little trickier, as you’ll need to file your freelance income as self-employment income. However, being self employed means you’re...
Is Social Security Income Taxable?

Is Social Security Income Taxable?

A commonly asked question about taxes is whether or not Social Security income is taxable. The short answer is that, unfortunately, yes it is. However, not everyone has to pay taxes on their Social Security income. Whether or not you pay taxes on social security...
Why There Is Nothing To Fear About Taxes

Why There Is Nothing To Fear About Taxes

“Taxes” – there, we said it. Admit it – the hair on the back of your neck stood up just a little. The word “taxes” can make a grown man cry and send other individuals screaming into the night. Do taxes have to be that scary? What do you really have to...
Wrapping Up 2018 While Increasing Your Tax Refund

Wrapping Up 2018 While Increasing Your Tax Refund

It’s difficult to believe that the last month of 2018 is here. You still have time to take a few strategic, but simple, steps to lower your taxes for this year. Increasing your refund should be your goal for the next few weeks! Here are some helpful ideas you can take...