What Medical Expenses Are Tax Deductible?

If you determine that you spent over 10 percent of your adjusted gross income (If you are over 65, the amount is 7.5 percent) on medical expense in 2014, you can potentially claim these expenses as a tax deduction. If you are using TurboTax 2014 to file your taxes, the TurboTax software will help you to figure out when Medical Expenses Are Tax Deductible as it can potentially be a significant amount.

Deductible medical expenses include those of any dependent, as well as those of you and your spouse.

Expenses for medical costs are not deductible if you get reimbursed … Read the rest

Charitable Summer Giving Equals Tax Deductions

During the leisure-driven summer season, people should still want to increase their charitable giving. Not only is this a noble enterprise, but it also benefits the taxpayer during tax season. There are many avenues of giving that can earn a tax deduction for the average person.

For instance, children’s summer camps provide fun and safe day care to many needy kids. They rely on donations to help parents with summer time care while parents are working and the kids are not in school. Another good avenue is finding a community fan and air conditioning drive which helps families and the … Read the rest

Turbo Tax And Mortgage Tax Deductions

Turbo Tax 2014 and Mortgage Tax Deductions

Many homeowners feel that it is more beneficial to claim a mortgage tax deduction than to pay off their mortgage. However, they really need to consider whether it is more beneficial to build up their savings or to pay off the mortgage debt completely.

First, a homeowner needs to look carefully at all the items on the return. You need to know that a tax credit is not the same as a deduction. Deductions decrease the taxes you are obligated to pay; while tax credits reduce your taxable income. If you do not … Read the rest

Tax Tips By Consumer Reports On Lowering Your Expenses

Tax Tips By Consumer Reports

Filing of federal income tax returns by businesses and employers can be somewhat difficult. Many people end up paying higher taxes than necessary because of a lack of proper knowledge on how to reduce their taxes during the preparation of the returns. Consumer reports have created a list of tips on how to reduce your personal tax burden. It is critical for businesses to report their tax numbers on a quarterly basis as many have found out after starting a small shop. This helps you to avoid fines when reporting your complete tax returns at … Read the rest

4 Ways to Save on Your Taxes

As we kick off the new financial year, small businesses and enterprises should already be thinking about how to plan their business in order to minimize their tax liability. For many business owners, taxes are a major source of stress and worry, so by starting to plan your tax strategy early in the year, you can ensure that your year end goes smoothly later on. Here are some of the best ways in which you can minimize your tax liability for this financial year.

1. Make employee reimbursements accountable

If you include reimbursements for things like travel, entertainment and … Read the rest