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Federal Employee Tax Tips

5 Things to Know if You Need More Time to File Your Federal Income Taxes
April 11, 2013
With the April 15 tax-filing deadline fast approaching, some taxpayers may find that they need more time to file their tax returns. If you need extra time, here are some tips . . . more

Tips for Taxpayers Who Can't Pay Their Taxes on Time
April 11, 2013
If you find you owe tax after completing your federal tax return but can't pay it all when you file, the IRS provides several options . . . more

Charitable Donations from IRAs for 2012 and 2013
January 17, 2013
The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 extended the qualified charitable distribution provisions for 2012 and 2013 . . . more

Did You Miss the Income Tax Deadline?
April 18, 2012
Here's some advice for taxpayers who missed the tax filing deadline . . . more

Make a Mistake When Filing Your Taxes? 8 Facts About Amended Returns
April 17, 2012
If you discover an error on your federal income tax return after you e-filed or mailed it, you may want or need to amend your return. Perhaps you are eligible for a deduction or credit and you missed it the first time? . . . more

As Tax Filing Deadline Looms, Federal Employees Need to Avoid Common Errors
Edward A. Zurndorfer, Certified Financial Planner
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, discusses the most common tax preparation errors and omissions, additional filing forms for the 2011 tax year, and some often overlooked tax deductions . . . more

Federal Employees Face Two Important IRA Deadlines in April
Edward A. Zurndorfer, Certified Financial Planner
There are two important deadlines in April facing federal employees with respect to Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs). Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, discusses the two deadlines, and how they can affect all federal employees and some federal annuitants . . . more

4 Tips for Taxpayers Who Owe Taxes
March 20, 2012
The Internal Revenue Service has expanded its "Fresh Start" initiative to help struggling taxpayers who owe taxes. . . . more

10 Things to Know About Capital Gains and Losses
February 23, 2012
Here are ten facts from the Internal Revenue Service about how gains and losses can affect your federal income tax return . . . more

Early Distribution from Retirement Plans May Have a Tax Impact
February 22, 2012
Taxpayers may sometimes find themselves in situations when they need to withdraw money from their retirement plan early. What they may not realize is that that transaction may mean a tax impact when they file their return . . . more

7 Tips to Help You Determine if Your Social Security Benefits are Taxable
February 7, 2012
Many people may not realize the Social Security benefits they received in 2011 may be taxable. All Social Security recipients should receive a Form SSA-1099 from the Social Security Administration which shows the total amount of their benefits. You can use this information to help you determine if your benefits are taxable . . . more

10 Tips to Help You Choose a Tax Preparer
January 10, 2012
Even if a return is prepared by someone else, the taxpayer is legally responsible for what's on it. So, it's very important to choose your tax preparer carefully . . . more

5 Year-End Tips to Reduce Your 2011 Taxes
December 21, 2011
With the new year fast approaching, there is still time for you to take steps that can lower your 2011 taxes . . . more

Federal Income Tax Withholding Calculator
July 18, 2011
You may want to adjust your federal income tax withholding to avoid owing a lot of money when you file your taxes. This online calculator can help you . . . more

Need to Change Your Federal Income Tax Return? 9 Facts on Filing an Amended Return
April 27, 2011
An amended tax return generally allows you to file again to correct your filing status, your income or to add deductions or credits you may have missed. Here are nine points about amending your federal income tax return . . . more

5 Tips for Managing Your Federal Income Tax Records
April 12, 2011
After you file your taxes, you will have many records that may help document items on your tax return. You will need these documents should the IRS select your return for examination . . . more

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