Category : Tax Law : Law & Legal & Attorney

IRS Filing Status Rules

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Your IRS filing status may reduce or increase your tax bill.tax forms image by Chad McDermott from Fotolia.comThe Internal Revenue Service uses five official categories under which a taxpayer may file her return. Each category is called a filing status and there are various qualifications...

Federal Income Tax & Child Support

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Child support is the financial obligation a noncustodial parent has to his children. For federal income tax purposes, neither parent owes taxes on these payments beyond initial income taxes withheld from income earned. The IRS also prohibits the noncustodial parent from claiming support payments as

Louisiana State Tax Laws

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Louisiana state tax laws address many issues.Louisiana state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comLike all states, Louisiana taxes its citizens in order to pay for the services that the state provides. Louisiana state tax laws are collected in the...

Ohio Tax Filing Instructions

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Ohio state individual income tax law is roughly similar to that of other states; however, it does have its own idiosyncrasies that need to be taken into account to maximize your tax advantages. You should determine your domicile and your residence status, and, if necessary, your Ohio-sourced income.

IRS Inheritance Tax Information

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The federal government, or the IRS, does not impose or collect an inheritance tax. The IRS does collect an estate tax, but that tax does not apply to individuals who receive an inheritance. If you receive an inheritance, you only need to worry about state taxes, not federal taxes.

What Is the Star Rebate Tax Credit?

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The Energy Star program is jointly administered by the U.S. Dept of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and provides tax credits to individuals and businesses purchasing products that are considered to reduce (or deter) energy consumption. The program provides a 30 percent tax

Death Without a Will in Virginia

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If you're concerned about how your property or assets will be distributed upon your death, you should consider drafting a last will and testament. Each state has different laws concerning who may draft a will and how. In Virginia, wills and inheritance rules are covered under Title 64 of the state l

Nonprofit Fundraising Laws

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Many nonprofits rely on donations to carry their missions.gift of money image by palms from Fotolia.comNonprofit organizations provide programs and services that fulfill a need, such as homeless shelters and health agencies, usually at little or no cost to the recipients. Since nonprofits...