J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016
Author: Barbara Weltman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 478
Release: 2015-10-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119143829

The essential, straightforward guide to lowering your taxes in 2016 J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016 is the American taxpayer's guide to paying only what you owe. If April perennially finds you wondering just what you can deduct without incurring the wrath of the IRS, this book is your ticket to a smoother, less stressful tax season. If you're confused about deductions and credits, you will find your answer here. This book covers every deduction and credit available to taxpayers—whether you're qualified to take it, as well as how to actually take it. Clear and concise, this book gets right to the point and skips over irrelevant topics and opaque regulations to give you the information you need to get your taxes done and out the door. No complex tax strategies, no gaming the system, and no questionable tactics—just no-nonsense guidance on the myriad deductions and credits that provide perfectly legal—and potentially substantial—tax savings. Millions of Americans pay too much in taxes every year. Tax laws are confusing, and the threat of audit looms large, but deductions and credits are put in place to help people like you. This book helps you take full advantage of what's out there. Learn which deductions you, personally, can take Take full advantage of 2016's new saving opportunities Understand the tax laws that are relevant to you Save money on your taxes without fear of an audit Do you have any idea how much extra money you could have in your pocket every April? How much you've overpaid year after year? Put an end to it in 2016. J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016 clears the confusion surrounding deductions and credits to help you lower your tax bill—legally.

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2018

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2018
Author: Barbara Weltman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2017-10-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119380480

"Appraisal Fees" -- "Corrosive Drywall Damage" -- "Identity Theft" -- "Identity Theft and Tax Relief" -- "Hurricanes Harvey and Irma Relief" -- "CHAPTER 14: Your Job" -- "Job-Hunting Expenses" -- "Dues to Unions and Professional Associations" -- "Work Clothes and Uniforms" -- "Subscriptions to Professional Journals, Newsletters, and Podcasts" -- "Work Tools and Equipment" -- "Miscellaneous Job-Related Expenses" -- "Educator Expenses" -- "Home Office Deduction" -- "Prizes and Awards" -- "Performing Artists" -- "State or Local Government Officials Paid on a Fee Basis" -- "Repayment of Supplemental Unemployment Benefits" -- "Jury Duty Pay Turned Over to Your Employer" -- "Impairment-Related Expenses" -- "Military Benefits" -- "Contributions to State Benefit Programs" -- "Fringe Benefits" -- "Income Earned Abroad" -- "CHAPTER 15: Your Business" -- "Start-Up Costs" -- "Equipment Purchases" -- "Payment for Services" -- "Supplies" -- "Gifts" -- "Hobby Losses" -- "Self-Employment Tax Deduction" -- "Home Office Deduction" -- "Farming-Related Breaks" -- "Domestic Production Activities Deduction" -- "Other Business Deductions" -- "Business Credits" -- "Net Operating Losses" -- "CHAPTER 16: Miscellaneous Items" -- "State and Local Income Taxes" -- "State and Local Sales Taxes" -- "Certain Federal Taxes" -- "Tax Refunds" -- "Tax Preparation Costs" -- "Tax Audits" -- "Legal Fees" -- "Gifts You Receive" -- "Inheritances" -- "Life Insurance Proceeds" -- "Estate Tax Deduction on Income in Respect of a Decedent" -- "Rebates and Discounts" -- "Government Benefits" -- "Olympic Medals" -- "Alternative Minimum Tax" -- "APPENDIX A: Items Adjusted Annually for Inflation" -- "APPENDIX B: Checklist of Tax-Free Items" -- "APPENDIX C: Checklist of Nondeductible Items" -- "Nondeductible Items" -- "Index

Deduct Everything!

Deduct Everything!
Author: Eva Rosenberg
Publisher: Humanix Books
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2016
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 163006047X

"From nationally-recognized tax expert, bestselling author, and columnist at MarketWatch, DEDUCT EVERYTHING! is full of strategies and tips, organized by topic, designed to reduce taxes in everyday life. Rosenberg also provides references and links to websites, etc, where taxpayers can go to get the latest forms. Rosenberg will walk taxpayers through the documentations required and help make sure the deductions are audit-proof. Designed to be a comprehensive guide to legal deductions and loopholes available to individual tax filers, the tax-reducing strategies cover: - family, home, and car - job or businesses, including Airbnb, Uber, and more - investments and retirement savings - medical and dental expenses and health savings accounts - education costs and charitable giving The advice will be rounded out with real-life stories from Rosenberg's clients across the country detailing exactly how to make sure the deductions are being applied correctly. A special bonus chapter will detail the tax "no-no's" Rosenberg has seem so that readers can make sure they know what mistakes to avoid. "--

J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2016

J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2016
Author: J.K. Lasser Institute
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 851
Release: 2015-10-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119219116

Prepare your 2015 taxes with ease! J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2016: For Preparing Your 2015 Tax Return is a bestselling tax reference that has been trusted by taxpayers for over seventy-five years. Updated to reflect the changes to the 2015 tax code, this authoritative text offers step-by-step instructions that guide you through the worksheets and forms you need to file your taxes according to the best tax strategy for your financial situation. Approachable yet comprehensive, this highly-regarded resource offers tax-saving advice on maximizing deductions and sheltering income, and provides hundreds of examples of how up to date tax laws apply to individual taxpayers. Additionally, special features inserted throughout the text highlight important concepts, such as new tax laws, IRS rulings, court decisions, filing pointers, and planning strategies. Tax laws change each year, and it is critical that you choose a trusted reference when updating your understanding of current tax codes. This highly-regarded text features the updated information you are looking for, as well as the fundamental best practices you need to confidently and accurately file your taxes in 2016. Review the most recent tax law changes, ensuring that your tax preparation strategy is in line with legal requirements Explore over 2,500 tax-saving tips that maximize your return by making the most of available deductions, sheltering income, and more Access free supplemental materials encompassing the tax forms you need to file Leverage a comprehensive topic index and quick reference section to quickly pinpoint specific information and expedite the tax preparation process J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2016: For Preparing Your 2015 Tax Return is an essential text that guides you in preparing and filing your tax return with confidence.

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2022

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2022
Author: Barbara Weltman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 466
Release: 2021-12-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119838479

The definitive guide to all income-tax deductions and credits for the everyday taxpayer Millions of Americans overpay their taxes by billions of dollars every year. J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2022: Your Complete Guide to Everything Deductible provides an invaluable tool by thoroughly explaining and keeping track of the constantly advancing tax law code for the ordinary taxpaying Americans. The fifth edition of this popular book has been fully updated to reflect the latest rulings and laws, allowing the reader to easily refer to the appropriate deductions for their particular needs. This guidebook answers the most common tax questions regarding deductions and credit in a clear, and easy-to-follow guide. It provides readers with: Answers to the most common tax questions regarding deductions and credit Comprehensive information on each deductible expense, including dollar limits and record-keeping requirements An e-supplement with the latest tax developments from the IRS and Congress Information regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA) Ideal for taxpayers and tax professionals, 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks, 2022 helps the American taxpayer claim what is rightfully yours and keep more of your hard-earned money.

422 Tax Deductions for Businesses & Self Employed Individuals

422 Tax Deductions for Businesses & Self Employed Individuals
Author: Bernard Kamoroff
Publisher: Bell Springs Publishing
Total Pages: 220
Release: 1998
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780917510113

You get a raise every time you find a legitimate tax deduction, says Bernard Kamoroff, and he tells small-business owners how to find the write-offs slipping through their fingers and deduct everything they legally can. Readers will appreciate the author's simple and clear explanations almost as much as the tremendous savings they can realize by following his advice.

The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies

The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies
Author: Erik Brynjolfsson
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2014-01-20
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0393239357

The big stories -- The skills of the new machines : technology races ahead -- Moore's law and the second half of the chessboard -- The digitization of just about everything -- Innovation : declining or recombining? -- Artificial and human intelligence in the second machine age -- Computing bounty -- Beyond GDP -- The spread -- The biggest winners : stars and superstars -- Implications of the bounty and the spread -- Learning to race with machines : recommendations for individuals -- Policy recommendations -- Long-term recommendations -- Technology and the future (which is very different from "technology is the future").

The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management

The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management
Author: Stanley Weinstein
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2017-02-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 111928936X

The real-world guide to successfully funding your nonprofit program The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management is the comprehensive handbook for successful fundraising, with a practical focus that applies across the nonprofit sector. With a focus on planning, self-assessment, continual improvement, and high-payoff strategies, this book provides more than just ideas—it shows you the concrete, real-world actions that make it all happen, and gives you the tools you need to bring these concepts to life. This new fourth edition features the latest information about social media campaigning, internet fundraising, crowdfunding, and more. Timelines, checklists, and forms help you streamline management tasks to focus on effective development, and updated sample reports and budget information help you begin implementing these approaches quickly. The nonprofit world is becoming increasingly competitive in terms of funding, and fundraisers are being asked to perform miracles more than ever before. This book offers a time-tested framework for fundraising success, with step-by-step guidance through the entire process from prospect to program. Understand and apply the major principles and best practices of fundraising Manage information, resources, development, and volunteers Adopt new approaches to relationship-building and prospect identification Write grants and fundraising materials that make a rock-solid case for support There is never enough funding to go around. To survive and thrive, nonprofits must revitalize interest and generate more support. Gone are the days of door-knocking and bake sales; strategy is critical, and execution must be top-notch. The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management shows you the real-world strategies that get your programs funded.

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016

J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016
Author: Barbara Weltman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2015-10-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119143845

The essential, straightforward guide to lowering your taxes in 2016 J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016 is the American taxpayer's guide to paying only what you owe. If April perennially finds you wondering just what you can deduct without incurring the wrath of the IRS, this book is your ticket to a smoother, less stressful tax season. If you're confused about deductions and credits, you will find your answer here. This book covers every deduction and credit available to taxpayers—whether you're qualified to take it, as well as how to actually take it. Clear and concise, this book gets right to the point and skips over irrelevant topics and opaque regulations to give you the information you need to get your taxes done and out the door. No complex tax strategies, no gaming the system, and no questionable tactics—just no-nonsense guidance on the myriad deductions and credits that provide perfectly legal—and potentially substantial—tax savings. Millions of Americans pay too much in taxes every year. Tax laws are confusing, and the threat of audit looms large, but deductions and credits are put in place to help people like you. This book helps you take full advantage of what's out there. Learn which deductions you, personally, can take Take full advantage of 2016's new saving opportunities Understand the tax laws that are relevant to you Save money on your taxes without fear of an audit Do you have any idea how much extra money you could have in your pocket every April? How much you've overpaid year after year? Put an end to it in 2016. J.K. Lasser's 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2016 clears the confusion surrounding deductions and credits to help you lower your tax bill—legally.