Category: Accountants & Tax Preparers

Online Tax Tools Help You Do More Than File Returns
The number of people who have used the federal e-filing system, whether through an accountant or online service, has passed the 1 billion mark.

Property Tax Rates by State. Find Out Where You Rank.
TaxFoundation.org compiled property taxes in the U.S. for a three-year period ending in 2009. Tax-Rates.org used then calculated averages by state.

Deductions vs. Exemptions: How Are They Different? How Do They Help You?
Both deductions and exemptions reduce the amount of income that is subject to taxes. Should you take a standard deduction or itemize?

Which 2012 Federal Tax Forms Do I Need?
There are three basic federal tax forms: 1040, 1040A and 1040EZ, which will be released for 2012 once IRS completes its revisions.

What to Do If You Get Audited on Taxes
The majority of Americans file their tax returns each year and don’t hear anything back from the IRS. But you may just be selected at random.

Do You Qualify to Use Form 1040EZ? Here’s How to Tell
Many taxpayers will qualify to fill out the simplest 2012 federal tax form: Form 1040EZ. Using Form 1040EZ can save you a lot of time and hassle.

What Will the Tax Rates Be in 2013? 3 Scenarios
We have yet to learn if certain tax cuts — both the Bush cuts enacted in 2001 and 2003, as well as stimulus tax cuts passed in 2009 — will expire.

Sales Taxes State by State
Five states do not charge a sales tax at all. Most states have exemptions for food and prescription medications.

What 2012 Federal Income Tax Brackets Mean for You
These are the tax rates for your current income bracket. Find local tax experts to prepare your return.

What Tax Changes Can I Expect in 2012?
Many of the changes are adjustments to take into account inflation. Expect a small bump up in the amount you can deduct for standard deductions.