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Do I Need a Social Security Number to File My Taxes?

Do I Need a Social Security Number to File My Taxes?

When filing your taxes, you might wonder whether or not you need a Social Security number to file your return. Surprisingly, the answer is not always yes. Those ineligible for a Social Security number can still fulfill their tax obligations. To learn about another...
How to Lower Your Property Taxes

How to Lower Your Property Taxes

Owning a home can come with many benefits, but it also means you are liable for property taxes. Although property taxes may be inevitable, there are strategies you can use to potentially reduce them. But before we get into these strategies, let’s first consider some...
Tax-Exempt Forms: Applying for Tax-Exempt Status

Tax-Exempt Forms: Applying for Tax-Exempt Status

Most individuals and organizations have to file and pay taxes each year — but that’s not the case if you qualify for tax-exempt status. Tax-exempt status is common for charitable and religious organizations. Certain nonprofit organizations can complete a tax exemption...
Who Can I Claim as a Tax Dependent?

Who Can I Claim as a Tax Dependent?

The question, “Who can I claim as my dependent?” has remained a top question for many taxpayers. It is an area where tax deductions and credits are often overlooked or inaccurately reported on tax returns. Under tax reform, you can no longer claim the dependent...
Nanny Tax Rules: How do they work?

Nanny Tax Rules: How do they work?

For many families, spending time with their loved ones along with juggling work obligations means something has got to give. A solution that some families have found to be helpful in keeping up with their obligations is to hire a nanny, a housekeeper, or other type of...