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Paperwork you can toss after filing your tax return

Once you file your 2022 tax return, you may wonder what tax papers you can throw away. You may have to produce records if the IRS audits your return. It’s a good idea to keep the actual returns indefinitely. But what about supporting records such as receipts and canceled checks? In general, except in cases […]

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The Tax Rules for Donating Artwork to Charity

If you’re an art collector, you may wonder about the tax breaks available for donating a work of art to charity. Several different tax rules may come into play. Your deduction for a charitable contribution of art is subject to be reduced if the charity’s use of it is unrelated to the purpose or function […]

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The 2022 gift tax return deadline is coming up soon

Did you make large gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year? If so, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a gift tax return by April 18 (Oct. 16 if you file for an extension). The annual gift tax exclusion has increased in 2023 to $17,000 but was $16,000 for […]

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Claiming losses on depreciated or worthless stock

Have you bought stock that later became worthless? At least you can claim a deduction on your tax return. You can claim a capital loss equal to your basis in the stock, which is generally what you paid for it. The stock is treated as if it was sold on the last day of the […]

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Child Tax Credit The rules keep changing but it’s still valuable

Over the years, the Child Tax Credit (CTC) rules have changed significantly. For 2022 and 2023, the CTC applies to taxpayers with children under the age of 17 (who meet certain other requirements). The CTC is currently $2,000 for each qualifying child. A $500 credit for other dependents is available for dependents other than qualifying […]

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