Social Security disability benefits can provide income to those who are not able to earn sufficient money due to their disability. At times, SSD funds may not be sufficient for people to live the lifestyle they once had.
The Dependent Care Tax Credit is something that many parents or adult caregivers can take advantage of if their children/dependents and their daycare providers meet all of the mandatory requirements.
Also known as the "Card Act," the new law went into effect the following February. Nearly a decade later, a recent survey showed less than half of Americans knew about it. You should be aware of what this law means and how it affects borrowing.
Electronically submitting your tax return (e-filing) is often faster, more convenient, and actually more secure than paper filing. However, if you are going to e-file, you should have your taxes done by a professional of your choice.
The credit could be used to pay the debt to the IRS but leftover credit could not be used. The new law consolidates both credits and allows for the additional credit to be potentially refundable.
Your filing status and the tax rates that apply to your specific annual income will determine what bracket you fall into. The amount used to figure your taxes will be whatever income you have left after you have accounted any deductions you might be able to claim.
Tax deductions are subtracted from your income and what's left is subject to state and federal income taxes. They reduce the amount of income tax you would owe by decreasing your taxable income.
Everyone looks forward to getting their income tax refund. Sometimes it can be hard to figure out just how long it will take. This year is no different. There have been quite a few changes to the tax laws over the last year which means there could possibly be a few delays.
