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What box on W-2 shows charitable donations?
Box 14 If you itemize deductions, you will be able to use the amount in Box 14 as a charitable deduction. Depending on the code you enter, the program may...
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Does New Jersey recognize 401k contributions?
In New Jersey, contributions to a regular 401(k) plan are exempt from income in the year contributed. Therefore, Kiely said, you have no basis in your 401...
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What happens if your spouse owes back taxes?
If your spouse has tax debt from before your marriage, the IRS may still take the whole refund to pay the taxes if you file a joint return for married cou...
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Is there a tax credit for dependents over 18?
How can dependents between ages 18 and 24 qualify? If you have 18-year-old dependents, they can qualify for up to $500 each toward the child tax credit am...
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Do you have to claim your daughter on your taxes?
It’s important to understand that if you add your daughter to your health insurance policy, she’ll still be filing her own tax return (since she’s not you...
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How do I know if my taxes were audited?
If your tax return is selected for an audit, you will be notified by the IRS by mail. The IRS does not place phone calls or send e-mails to notify the tax...
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What can I claim on tax being a truck driver?
Vehicle expenses Registration and Insurance. Truck repairs and parts. Cleaning and general maintenance. Running costs. Parking fees. Tolls. Depreciation o...
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How long does ss 4 take to process?
The processing timeframe for an EIN application received by mail is four weeks. Ensure that the Form SS-4 PDF contains all of the required information. If...
culture and society
Can a company just buy another company?
A merger typically occurs when one company purchases another company by buying a certain amount of its stock in exchange for its own stock. An acquisition...
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Is inheritance community property in Louisiana?
Louisiana does not impose any state inheritance or estate taxes. It’s also a community property estate, meaning it considers all the assets of a married c...
education and learning
How much is Fegli death benefit?
Basic FEGLI The rate is $0.15 per $1,000 of coverage biweekly while you are employed. The death benefit is determined by your basic salary rate rounded to...
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What happens to my crypto when I die?
When your heirs inherit your crypto, it’s treated as property and is generally taxed like any other asset: 1) It’s valued as of the date of death; 2) It’s...
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What does business income loss mean on taxes?
What is a business loss? A business loss occurs when your business has more expenses than earnings during an accounting period. The loss means that you sp...