http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com en-us http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com N/A financiallearningnetwork@gmail.com Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:06:41 MDT 20 http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/115/1/Overdue-Taxes%3F-Act-Quickly-To-Avoid-Financial-Woes (NewsUSA) - When your taxes are overdue, the Internal Revenue Service knows just how to make you pay up. Each year, the IRS processes more than 200 million tax returns and collects over $2 trillion. Yet the agency is still owed billions of dollars in overdue taxes. As the major revenue collection agency of the federal government, however, there isn't much the IRS can't do to collect what is owed. Features Editor Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 MDT http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/114/1/The-Right-Choices-Can-Reduce-Investment-Taxes (NewsUSA) - Given fluctuations in the market and changing tax law, there's nothing certain about the amount of taxes individuals will pay annually on their investments, but there are some choices investors can make to reduce their tax bill. Features Editor Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 MDT http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/113/1/Save-Big-With-Tax-Credits-on-Energy-Efficiency-Improvements (NewsUSA) - Saving energy - whether it's in the family car, at home or at your place of work - has become such an important part of our nation's long-term goal of energy independence that tax credits are available for ordinary citizens making energy-wise decisions. Consumers making substantial home renovations can receive a tidy check from Uncle Sam if they shop and buy carefully. In addition, some individual states offer their own tax credits for energy-efficient homes, vehicles and equipment. Features Editor Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 MDT http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/78/1/Four-Critical-Things-You-Should-Demand-From-A-Tax-Professional By Sean Schiraldi 1. Competence and CredibilityIt is very important that you research the credentials of the person you have preparing your taxes. Look for credentials such as enrolled agent or CPA, which will give you some assurance that the preparer has had adequate education and meets ethical standards. Also, make sure that the tax preparer you choose can and will take the time to research any issues they may not be familiar with. They need to be able to call an expert, or have access to technical resources that can help answer any questions they may have. Features Editor Mon, 03 Mar 2008 00:00:00 MST http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/60/1/Beware%21-Avoid-Refund-Anticipation-Loans Tax season!  Consumers this time of year, especially low income taxpayers, look forward to tax season because they are expecting a large refund.  Many go to a local tax preparer, get their taxes done and walk out with their 'tax refund' in the form of a check.     Julianna Sweeney Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 MST http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/80/1/Tax-Preparation-for-Entrepreneurs%3A-Top-10-Tax-Tips By Jan Verhoeff   Self-employment offers a multitude of tax benefits. Opportunities to maximize your income while increasing your income may actually mean you are paying more tax, but at a lower percentage of your income. As Americans it is our duty to pay our fair share of tax to support our government, however, IRS and legislature have provided many opportunities to maximize personal benefits while minimizing personal tax debt. Features Editor Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 MST http://www.financiallearningnetwork.com/articles/43/1/H%26R-Block%3A-Tax-Changes-to-Affect-Millions-This-Year (NewsUSA) - Major tax law changes and missed credits will affect millions of taxpayers this year. There are new guidelines for claiming child-related benefits and new tax breaks for hurricane victims and charitable donors. The alternative minimum tax (AMT) is on track to snare almost 4 million taxpayers this year, and millions more will fail to claim credits for their higher education expenses. Features Editor Thu, 19 Jan 2006 00:00:00 MST