Tune up for Tax Time with Tracy
Get into tax shape with TSC's resident tax expert, Tracy Byrnes. April 15 is approaching, and Tracy takes a look at the tax issues making news this season, as well as tried-and-true tax tips for any year.


 
Hard to Pick Tax Software Winner
All tax-preparation programs were created equal. The fringe benefits count the most. More

New Math for Tax Deductions
Sales taxes or local taxes? Deciding which to deduct is not quite as simple as it seems. More

Making Taxes Your Business
Running your own business provides plenty of tax deductions, but you'd best keep very good records. More

Cash In on Kids at Tax Time
They may tax your patience, but be sure to take advantage of the credits and deductions that apply to them. More

Prepare for Taxing Decision
Software will do the job for many, assuming you want to do the work. If not, here's how to pick a tax pro. More

Cashing In on Worthless Shares
The company may have gone under but you can still claim a capital gains loss on the stock. More

Figuring Capital Gains at Any Cost (Basis)
Mergers, spinoffs and stock splits complicate your basis when it comes to calculating capital gains. More

Don't Forget Basic Deductions
From health care costs to gambling losses to a drive to the blood bank, there's a tax write-off for you. More

A Tax on Your House
If real estate is the new national pastime, then the IRS is the umpire. Here's what you need to know. More

Charitable Giving Can Turn Out to Be Taxing
You need more than good intentions to steer clear of the IRS. More

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