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Include a Few Tax Items in Your Summer Wedding Checklist

WASHINGTON – IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2015-14 – If you’re preparing for summer nuptials, make sure you do some tax planning as well. A few steps taken now can make tax time easier next year. Here are some tips from the IRS to help keep tax issues that may arise from your marriage to a minimum: Read more

Don’t Let the IRS Become Your Pen Pal

Getting a letter or notice from the IRS can be upsetting, confusing, and unnecessary. The IRS sends taxpayers notices to request payment for taxes, to notify them of a change to their account, or to request additional information. Attention to the following details will reduce the likelihood that you will become pen pals with the IRS. Read more

Your Social Security Benefits May Be Taxable

Did you sign up for social security benefits last year? If so, you may have questions about how those payments are taxed on your federal income tax return. Read more

What You Should Know if You Changed Your Name

WASHINGTON – IRS Tax Tip 2015-22 –  Did you change your name last year? If you did, it can affect your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records. A name mismatch can delay your refund. Here’s what you should know if you changed your name: Read more

IRS to Parents: Don’t Miss Out on the Tax Savers

WASHINGTON – IRS Tax Tip 2015-14 – Children may help reduce the amount of taxes owed for the year. If you’re a parent, here are several tax benefits you should look for when you file your federal tax return: Read more