Tuesday, April 17, 2018

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Daily update April 17, 2018
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Right. Now I'm reading off the first paragraph, I said, 'This is boring.'" If Mr. Trump has lost some interest in the $1.5 trillion tax overhaul that he signed into law last year — even though the White House keeps scheduling events to promote it, including one in Florida on Monday — well, the country is right ...
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Ready to file your tax return? Nobody likes writing a big check on Tax Day but there is some good news: April 17 also means specials, freebies, and deals. After you pop your return (or your extension) in the mail, kick back and take advantage of some of the promos and specials - everything from travel ...
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WASHINGTON — Sales Tax: $0. Online shoppers have gotten used to seeing that line on checkout screens before they click "purchase." But a case before the Supreme Court could change that. At issue is a rule stemming from two, decades-old Supreme Court cases: If a business is shipping to a state ...
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That's what Tax Day is like: Even if you're among the lucky ones, like me, who are poor enough to get a refund, you still have to go through the process. And unlike with money, the government can't refund you for the time you spend, but just when you thought all was lost, here comes the private sector to ...
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Bitcoin prices were lower Monday ahead of the much-anticipated tax deadline, which bullish pundits say has been holding back the digital currency this year. The cryptocurrency was trading near $8,025.55 as of 2:03 p.m. ET Monday following its best week since February, according to CoinDesk.
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Since 1950, individual income taxes have been the primary source of revenue for the U.S. federal government. Together with payroll taxes (used to fund social programs like Social Security and Medicare), income taxes amount to roughly 80 percent of all federal revenue, and are the essential fuel on ...
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Preparing your tax returns may not be the most enjoyable effort -- and that has companies trying to leverage that sentiment with the increasingly common "tax day freebie." Dozens of national and local businesses are rolling out discounts and deals on April 17, this year's deadline for filing federal tax ...
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Enjoy the economic impact from the tax cuts while you can, because it won't last long, according to two reports released Tuesday. Morgan Stanley and the International Monetary Fund put out strikingly similar reports, saying the $1.5 trillion Tax Cuts & Jobs Act will basically give the U.S. a sugar hit.
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... a nasty divorce. The administration's tax code will eliminate the tax deduction on alimony starting in 2019. Four moves you can still make to lower your 2017 tax bill. There's not a lot of time before the April 17 Tax Day deadline. ... Tax experts give their opinion on what to avoid when filing your taxes.
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It's Tax Day 2018—and if you've waited to file until the very last minute, odds are you're not expecting a refund. Tax Day 2018 falls on Tuesday, April 17 this year. Whether the check you wrote was just a light sting, or created a scary hole in your savings account, there is some reason to look forward to ...
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House Republican leaders believe they will keep a majority in the chamber in November, and on Tuesday, they pegged their hopes on selling their tax plan to voters. Americans have not yet latched on to the tax policy the way GOP lawmakers had hoped ahead of critical midterm elections. Only 27 ...
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The batch of reports the FTB published in March focused on the new cap on deductions for state and local taxes. California Democratic leaders have been wary of how the tax law will play out. Gov. Jerry Brown called it "evil in the extreme," arguing that it primarily benefits wealthy people and swells ...
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That the IRS is not beloved is an understatement: Years of polling shows that most Americans think the agency does a middling job at best, and believe that it uses its oversight of the tax system for nefarious political ends. A Gallup poll this year showed only the scandal-plagued Veterans Administration ...
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There is a proposal Republicans often make during presidential campaigns or tax debates, and it goes something like this: Taxes are confusing, so we should reduce the number of tax brackets. And if you're enraged by how confusing it is to do your taxes, this can sound like a good idea. It's the exact ...
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House Speaker Paul Ryan misleadingly claimed that corporate tax revenues are "still rising," even though the 2017 tax law cut tax rates. In the first six months of fiscal year 2018, corporate tax receipts have declined by 22.3 percent from a year ago. Revenues are also projected to be less over the next 10 ...
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Happy Tax Day! -- or, rather, Tax Day Eve, or the day after Tax Weekend. For some Forbes readers, it's a day like any other, if you filed your taxes as early as possible to get your refund, or if your tax advisor is doing all of the heavy lifting. But others of you are, like me, wading through a thick pile of forms ...
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Since 2010, Bradford has filed her taxes at no cost with SaveFirst, a nonprofit initiative that recruits college students and recent graduates to operate volunteer income tax assistance, or VITA, sites across the Southeast. With her tax refund this year, Bradford is headed back to the occupational therapy aid ...
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Before tax preparation software guided Americans through the process of filing tax returns before the Tax Day deadline — which falls on April 17 in 2018, though Tax Day is usually but not always April 15 — there were quacks like Donald Duck. During World War II, the federal government needed an ...
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More people view the Republican tax overhaul as a bad idea than a good one, a new Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll has found, but Americans see the GOP as better equipped than Democrats to handle taxes, trade and other economic issues. The result is a mixed bag for the Republican Party, ...
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Baltimore City Council President Bernard C. "Jack" Young is lending his support to a proposal being introduced today that would increase taxes on certain property sales in the city to raise an estimated $20 million to fund affordable housing projects. Voters approved the creation of an affordable housing ...
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Small business confidence surged to a record high following the passage of tax reform, according to a CNBC/Survey Monkey survey. Optimism among small business owners remains at a historically high level, according to a National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) survey from March ...
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[The stream is slated to start at 12:40 p.m. ET. Please refresh the page if you do not see a player above at that time.] President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit the Miami area on Monday to promote the Republican tax bill to small Florida business owners during a roundtable discussion. Trump's ...
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Republicans hoping to ride their party's tax law to victory this fall may need a contingency plan in New Jersey. A new poll from Monmouth University suggests New Jersey residents of all stripes don't have much love for the legislation House Republicans have billed as the "crown jewel of this Congress" ...
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With nearly 40 million Americans filing their taxes this week, many are likely wondering: How much does the government need my money, anyway? The answer: a lot. The federal government took in $3.3 trillion in tax revenue last year. More than 80 percent -- $2.7 trillion -- came from individuals through ...
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Assembly Bill 2497, unveiled last month by Assemblyman Jim Cooper, would create a tax on firearm and ammunition sales to fund grants for high schools that want to hire police to provide campus security. The money would also pay for a counselor at every middle school, whose primary responsibility ...
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The tax reforms put into place at the end of last year were a shot in the arm for many, while others had reason to feel some heartache. But, even today, as we are still wading through what the fallout will be, we have relearned an old lesson: The more things change, the more they stay the same. Wise ...
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Facing one of the worst-funded pension systems in the country and a bleak budget outlook, legislators in Kentucky overrode Governor Matt Bevin's veto to pass HB 366, a tax reform package, in the last few days of the session. Ultimately, HB 366 raises $395.8 million in revenue for the state and ...
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April 17 this year is tax filing day, but it is also the due date for FBARs to report foreign accounts. The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a reminder of the due date for filing FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts(FBAR), ...
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As congressional Republicans fight to preserve their majorities, they may need to find a weapon more powerful than the big December tax cuts. The new NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll shows that the tax-cut law, never broadly popular, has sagged in public esteem lately. Just 27 percent of ...
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Tax Day is a day away. But nearly half of Americans won't owe a dime. Approximately 80.6 million or 46% of Americans won't pay any federal income tax, up from 76.4 million people before President Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, according to data from the Tax Policy Center, a nonprofit joint venture by ...
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With Tax Day just ahead on April 17th, John Oliver focused the main segment of Sunday's Last Week Tonight on that dreaded non-holiday – which he dubbed "the government's GoFundMe page." Many Americans feel perplexed and infuriated by the our tax system – including rapper Cardi B, who ...
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No one is having fun paying their taxes. That's just not how this works. But, thankfully, you can ease your anxiety and frustration with a healthy dose of free food (which may or may not itself be healthy) this Tax Day -- Tuesday, April 17. Perhaps to help ease the impending dent in your bank account, or (if ...
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Before the TCJA, you faced three federal income tax rates on LTCGs and qualified dividends: 0%, 15%, and 20%. Those rate brackets were tied to the ordinary income rate brackets: • If the LTCGs and/or dividends fell within the 10% or 15% ordinary income brackets, your tax rate was an unbeatably low ...
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My tears were not about about a tax-related disaster; I was crying over a crisis in a close relative's life that was threatening his health, his reputation, his work, and his ... They can see a different accountant each year; or they can see the same one regularly but barely think of that person beyond tax time.
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30+ Tax Day Freebies and Deals for 2018
Get Ready! Tuesday, April 17th is Tax Day! Whether you're stressed out over what you owe Uncle Sam or are eagerly waiting for that awesome rebate check to come in the mail, be sure to take advantage of these tax day freebies and deals!
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9 L.A. Spots Where You Can Get $1 Drinks on Tax Day (and other
The taxman comes for us all on April 17, but you can take the edge off (of our wallets that is) with $1 drinks and other sweet deals at several Los Angeles spots this upcoming Tax Day.
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Trump to hold tax event in Florida
President Donald Trump is set to promote the Republican tax law in South Florida.
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Tax Day Memes That Are Too Relatable
If tax day has you down, remember that laughing is free. Keri Lumm shares some memes to add a little humor to your day of adulting.
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Here's Why Your Credit Scores Could Jump This Week
If your credit scores are a little higher all of a sudden and you can't figure out why, there's an explanation. Starting April 16, all three credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion) will remove all tax liens from consumer credit reports. If you're facing a tax lien, that information could be dragging your ...
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30+ Tax Day freebies and deals to help you celebrate finishing your taxes
Though Tax Day is far being a favorite holiday, many retailers and restaurants are offering discounts and freebies to help you celebrate the finish of your taxes.
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Tax Season Roundup
As the April 17 tax filing deadline approaches, we've issued a series of tax-related papers, posts, and graphics, most notably showing why the new federal tax law is fundamentally flawed and requires basic restructuring. [scald=22534:report_580 {"share":true,"link":"node\/22928","linkTarget":""}]
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Companies offer Tax Day freebies
Tuesday, April 17 is Tax Day and to celebrate your filing, many companies are offering discounts or free items.
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Many corporations will pay a blended federal income tax this year under the new tax reform law
WASHINGTON – Many U.S. corporations elect to use a fiscal year end and not a calendar year end for federal income tax reporting purposes. Due to a provision in the recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a corporation with a fiscal year that includes Jan. 1, 2018 will pay federal income tax ...
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Out With The Old Tax System, In With The New
This week, millions of Americans will file their taxes under an antiquated system for the last time. What was once an onerous task will become a more simple, easier process in the years to come. Filing taxes for the past 32 years was done under a complicated, invasive tax code. The burdensome process ...
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Tax question
Hello forgive me first off if I am not allowed to ask here, but I wanted to ask our community. Am I required to do taxes if I bought btc then...
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Geometry teacher's tax divisions?
On this page you will find the solution to Geometry teacher's tax divisions? crossword clue. This clue was last seen on Wall Street Journal, April 16 2018 Crossword. In case the clue doesn't fit or there's something wrong please contact us! CROSSWORD CLUE: Geometry teacher's tax divisions?
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Impact of Trump tax cuts ahead of filing deadline
Taxpayers will see majority of changes to their tax bill in April 2019; Peter Doocy reports from Washington.
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Trump On Tax Day: 'A Day Hardworking Americans May Dread More Than Any Other'
"Employment is up, Taxes are DOWN. Enjoy!" That was President Trump's tweet on Tuesday morning -- Tax Day across America. Employment is up, Taxes are DOWN. Enjoy!
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The Splurge-y Ingredients We're Buying with Our Tax Refunds
Have you filed your taxes? If not; no worries, you still have a whole day left. If you've already completed the dreaded task and are lucky enough to be expecting a neat little refund, congrats! How do you plan to spend that extra change? Tuck it away into savings right away? Treat yourself to a nice dinner ...
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The Impact of Corporate Tax Reform on the Technology Sector
Previously, the U.S. had employed a worldwide tax system in which U.S.-based companies were subject to U.S. corporate income tax on profits generated anywhere in the world. Companies received a credit for taxes paid to foreign governments, but were still liable for the difference between the tax rate ...
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IRS updates to FAQs affect transition tax 2017 extension payments and 2018 Q1 estimated payments
On April 13, 2018, the IRS updated Questions and Answers about Reporting Related to Section 965 on 2017 Returns (the FAQs, originally released March 13, 2018). Among other guidance, the original FAQs had instructed taxpayers to make a separate "Section 965 Payment" for their tax liability under ...
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Property Tax
2017 Property taxes are due September 17, 2017. Tax Commitment date: July 19, 2017. Taxes are due 60 days from the date of Tax Commitment (Tax Commitment is the day the Municipal Assessors commit the taxes to the Tax Collector). Property owners are responsible for notifying their mortgage ...
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GOP Tax Law Is Getting Less Popular
A new NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll finds that the tax-cut law, never broadly popular, has sagged in public esteem lately. Just 27% of Americans call it a good idea, while 36% call it a bad idea and the rest have no opinion. "Moreover, a majority gives thumbs-down on the plan when asked to ...
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Tax day freebies and deals
Some nationwide chains are offering Tax Day "freebies," deals and discounts to take the sting out of preparing those returns. >> How to get a free frozen treat on Tax Day. Below is an explanation of why tax day is April 17 this year, and a list of freebies and deals for the day and beyond. When is tax day ...
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Supreme Court Set To Hear Landmark Online Sales Tax Case
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Gizmodo: On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case that could at least somewhat clarify Donald Trump's complaints about Amazon "not paying internet taxes." It will also decide if those cheap deals on NewEgg are going to be less of a ...
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County tax auction scheduled for July
OSWEGO — More than 150 properties are scheduled to be auctioned off at the annual Oswego County Tax Auction in July, an increase compared to previous years, likely due in.
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How to spend your tax refund… with style in mind
We're not even, again, hypothetically spending an entire average tax refund. So, for the love of Dave Ramsey's tighty whiteys, let's keep it in perspective. Now with that said, the average refund this year appears to be around $2,900. That's a lot of money, and one hell of a 0% interest loan to provide ...
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Ford Promises No Income Tax For Minimum Wage Earners
A high profile election pledge from Doug Ford. The leader of the provincial Progressive Conservatives is promising to eliminate income tax for people who make minimum wage. Ford indicates it will come in the form of a new tax credit. Says Ford, "that no matter where you work in Ontario, if you are ...
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Your tax return is a sacred document
April 17, 2018, is Tax Day in the U.S. Photo by Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin Leclerec/Creative Commons. (RNS) — April 17 is Tax Day in the U.S. We get a two-day reprieve this year because April 15 — the traditional day — was on a Sunday and April 16 is Emancipation Day in Washington, D.C., ...
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Find Out How To File For A Tax Extension
Tuesday April 17 is the last day to file your federal tax return. If you owe taxes and don't file a return or extension by midnight, be prepared for some stiff penalties. The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program offers free tax preparation to low to moderate-income taxpayers.
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Tax filing deadline fast approaching; use IRS.gov for tax help, check refund status
WASHINGTON — As Tuesday's tax deadline approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers that IRS.gov is available for immediate tax help to avoid long hold times on the IRS help line. As the tax deadline nears and the demand for IRS tax help by phone is higher, the IRS encourages ...
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Tax-Exempt Lobbying: Corporate Philanthropy as a Tool for Political Influence
Tax-Exempt Lobbying: Corporate Philanthropy as a Tool for Political Influence. Posted by Raymond J. Fisman (Boston University), on. Monday, April 16, 2018. Comment print this page Print email this post E-Mail ...
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tax
Earlier last week the Trump administration provided some welcome relief to pro life, pro family individuals who were currently still being forced to pay the 2018 Obamacare penalty for not buying insurance plans where the only plans available covered the cost of elective abortions or abortion inducing ...
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Lesson From The Tax Court: Better Lucky Than Good
Most of us who are either preparing our returns last week (or today), or reviewing the returns prepared for us, honestly want to get it right. We try to be good. But just as life is complex, so is the tax shadow created by life activities and decisions. Last week's decision in Stacey S. Marks v. Commissioner ...
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Countdown to Tax Day #1
Editor's Note: The Joint Economic Committee is counting down the days until Tax Day (April 17th) by showing how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will make life easier next year. Check out the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday editions. April 16, 2018 ...
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Federal Court Bars Florida Tax Return Preparers from Preparing Tax Returns and Orders Them to ...
On April 16, a federal court in Orlando, Florida, ordered that Patrick Clarke disgorge $500,000, and Ruby Rodriguez disgorge $100,000, of the proceeds they received for the preparation of tax returns, the Justice Department announced today. Clarke and Rodriguez agreed to the orders. On Nov.
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The Recent Spate of Tax Reform Notices Provides Openings
The Department of the Treasury ("Treasury") and the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") are picking up the pace in releasing substantive guidance regarding implementation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ("TCJA"), passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump in December 2017.
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As Part of Cubs' Holistic Recruitment Approach, Desirable Tax Status May Lure Free Agents
Happy Tax Day, folks. Today is the one day of the year you can be thankful you are not a baseball player. Ballplayers — and all professional athletes, for that matter — have incredibly complicated tax returns because they pay local taxes to the city and state of the opposing team for every road game.
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