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Five guys committed a $13 million tax fraud. Here’s how much prison time they’ll do

Miami-Dade residents Jamal Dyer, Jorge Osorio-Rodriguez, Tramaine Sealy, Jonathan Edwards and Daniel Murias each have been sentenced to do federal prison time after pleading guilty to a $13 million tax fraud

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe

Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

Guest post: Vanessa Salvia shares freelance tax tips you can use year-round

Note from Jennifer: When you become a freelance writer, you also have to learn a lot about how to manage your finances, because it’s not the same as being a traditional employee. Understanding the basics of tax requirements and available deductions can help you keep up with your tax payments and even keep more of …

How to find time to study for the CPA exam

Here are some time management tips from accountants who recently passed the exam.

Is Hiring a CPA Worth it? 5 Tips for Getting Your Money’s Worth

Often when people find out I’m a tax accountant, I get asked, “How much does a CPA cost?” It’s like me asking “How much does a home cost?” We all understand that a 1,000 square-foot home in Kansas has a different cost than a 1,000 square-foot penthouse condo in New...

What Can a CPA Do that a Regular Accountant Can’t?

What can a CPA do that a regular accountant can’t? That’s what we’d like to address today.

5 Tax Tips for Millennials

Winging it on your taxes? You could be missing out on significant savings or worse yet, be endangering your finances and freedom by not knowing the basics.

Get Rid of These Outdated Technologies AND Get a Sweet Tax Deduction!

Section 179 of the IRS tax code lets you deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment or software that is bought throughout the tax year.

Would you hand your aircon remote to a power company?

A power company is remotely turning home air conditioners off in a trial to manage peak electricity demand.

3 Washington DC Home Improvements to Make With Your Tax Refunds

With the annual tax deadline behind us, consumers across the country are daydreaming about what they plan to do with their refund, which averages around $2,700. If you’re a homeowner, a great idea would be to funnel that refund into upping your home’s ROI. Here are several great home improvements you can make with that refund. …

What Should I Do If The Insurance Company Demands An 'Independent Medical Exam'?

Insurance companies will hire a doctor to perform an Independent Medical Examination (IME) on accident victims to determine the extent of their injuries. However, these doctors are hardly

The company that makes sure appliances don't explode

Hoverboards are supposed to be UL-certified, and the company is behind 100 other safety labels in your home.

Nestle: We Want to Be a Health and Wellness Company

Divorce and Taxes Who Claims the Kids on Your Tax Return

Going through a divorce can be challenging, especially if children are involved. Make sure you understand the various tax laws regarding your particular situation. Be aware of the ramifications and tax credits available to you.

How a Chinese Company Built 10 Homes in 24 Hours

Chinese companies have been known to build major real-estate projects very quickly. Now, one company is taking it to a new extreme, building 10 200-square-meter homes using a gigantic 3-D printer.

You'll Never Guess What Company Makes the World's Most Tires

There are a ton manufactured every year across the world. So what company makes the most? You'll probably be shocked to find out.

Don't Toss Those Tax Records Yet!

Even though the 2017 tax due date has come and gone, and even though you have filed your 2017 tax return, you may still need to keep your 2017 tax records. Generally, tax records are retained for two reasons: (1) in case the IRS or a state agency decides to question the information on your tax returns or (2) to keep track of the tax basis of your capital assets so that you can minimize your tax liability when you dispose of those…