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The difference between avoidance and evasion

In his 2003 book “Perfectly Legal” writer and investigative reporter David Cay Johnston delves into the U.S tax laws. His mission was to show how the very rich escape– in a perfectly legal fashion–the paying of taxes. The book raised both eyebrows and concerns. Is the U.S. tax system rigged […]

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Who can be a tax preparer?

While those who work in tax preparation are well-versed in this area, many people who go to a tax preparer are unaware of the differences. This post seeks to bring clarity to the different levels of education and certification a tax preparer may have. Anyone can call themselves a tax […]

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5 surprising mistakes tax preparers make

Tax preparers, while being ever diligent, but still human, are prone to mistakes. When tax season hits the long hours and intense workload can increase the chances of an oversight. No one wants to make a mistake, especially on a tax return. While filing status is significant, other oversights or […]

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Which credits are included in solar tax credits?

The federal residential solar energy credit is a program that began in 2006. It allows homeowners to get a dollar-for-dollar tax credit when they install a solar energy system for their homes. What this means for tax preparers Tax preparers have had to take into consideration this opportunity for their […]

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