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Archive for December, 2008

Question: Can i file Form 8379 AFTER we have already received our stimulus check. Will IRS reevaluate how much was taken

We didn’t file for Injured Spouse with ‘07 taxes because we weren’t getting a refund and also were not aware of child support arrears. Now we got our tax stimulus check and find out nearly all was taken to offset this debt. Will the IRS accept Form 8379 after the fact and reissue the money I’m entitled to?

Answer: The same thing happened to me and through info from the IRS website, Learned to file form 8379. I just filled it out right away and am hoping they haven’t issued my entire credit to my husband’s offset’s. My heart goes out to anyone who is wishing to talk to a human when calling the IRS for a couple simple questions to be answered.

IRS TAX TIPS – Five Important Facts about Dependents and Exemptions

When you prepare to file your tax return, there are two things that will factor into your tax situation: dependents and exemptions. Here are five important facts the IRS wants you to know about dependents and exemptions before you file your 2009 tax return. 1. If someone else claims you as a dependent, you may still be required to file your own tax return. Whether or not you must file a return …

Using Form 982 to Exclude IRS Cancellation of Debt Income, from the Taxpayer Advocate Service

Question: How much does H&R Block charge for taxes? How long does it take til they give the IRS forms to you?

I need the IRS 1040A or whatever (not sure exactly which form it is) to correct the info on my FAFSA and I need to have the IRS sheets faxed by March 1st, and my parents have yet to fill out their taxes.

I was wondering how much H&R Block charges, and how long they take to fill out the forms (there isn’t much to my parents’ W2 forms by the way, it’s pretty straightforward), since there’s another guy doing it for around $170 for both parents (I think).

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Answer: The starting number is about 72 for federal and state. Block charges by the schedules or forms that need to be calculated. The best thing to do is go in and ask for an estimate. No obligation.

As far as timing goes….you and Block sit there and do the return and you get a completed copy before you leave the office.

New Tax Guide Features Recovery Tax Breaks

Taxpayers can get the most out of new recovery tax breaks and get a jump on preparing their 2009 federal income tax returns by consulting a newly revised comprehensive tax guide now available on IRS.gov.

How to Complete and File a 1040A Tax Form : 1040A Lines 10-15 Overview

Ga. Secretary of State warns about scams following disaster in Haiti

Atlanta—Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp today offered advice to individuals planning to donate to charities in response to the recent earthquake in Haiti. Secretary Kemp serves as Georgia’s chief charities regulator.

Sherry Peel Jackson – Breaking The Chains Of The IRS (1/11)

Question: Help with a W 9 form please?

Hi I play games for money on a website and they are now asking me to fill out a W 9 form, i am just wondering if I will get taxed on this money and have to pay later. If I don’t fill it out they said they would take 28% of my winnings and give it the IRS automatically. What is the better thing to do? Thank you

Answer: Every penny you make -regardless of how or where- has to be reported to the IRS. Depending on how much money you’re winning, you might or might not have to pay. They may have a minimum of earnings that aren’t taxable but regardless, you should fill out the form so they can report it to the IRS (they have to account to the IRS where their money goes, right? They must pay taxes too.) If they’re giving you the option to not fill it out, then yes, be prepared for them to deduct a percentage just so they can give their own accounting to the IRS.

For a more detailed explanation, you might want to post your question in the Taxes/U.S. category. Here’s the link:

http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/index;_ylt=ApmGwcCA3C87JtiWAuVP7o4jzKIX;_ylv=3?link=list&sid=396546103

STPUD offering $200 rebate for water-efficient washers

The South Tahoe Public Utility District announced Jan. 8 that the district is offering a $200 rebate on water efficient clothes washers effectively immediately. To be eligible, clothes washers must have a water factor of 8.5 or lower, must have been purchased between Jan. 1, 2008, and Jan. 15, 2010, and installed within the district’s service area. Applications must be turned in by Feb. 28, 2010 …

How to Get World Of Warcraft for Free

Question: why cant i download older tax forms from the irs website?

Answer: They only have the current year returns posted. You have to write them, requesting appropirate years forms.

Find someone who has Turbo tax program for the years you need.

New Municipal Court in Channing

Channing, TX — Channing now has an official municipal court.