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Ask Taxmama Issue 448 – Happy Leap Year

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Happy

Dear Family,

47 days and 16 hours and 20 minutes to go until April 15th.
(Did you see the countdown widget at www.taxmama.com ?)

And today is the filing deadline for a bunch of stuff (that’s
a technical term, you know) – see TaxMama’s Tax Calendar

https://www.taxmama.com/taxcalendar.html

Aaaah, today’s issue is filled with lots of urgent things.

Like Sadie Hawkins Day – (generally in November, but Leap Day

is also a special part of the tradition) where women get to
ask men out – or propose to them. And the men must accept.
(Or did I make up that last part?) Men, watch out for ladies
heading your way!

The State of California made an error in their IRA phase-out

tables for certain filing statuses. Read today’s news flash
from Spidell Publishing with the correct information. This
may result in the need for amended returns – because all the
software companies used the FTB’s tables. Corrections to come.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?id=749

QuickBooks recently produced some how-to videos you can
use to help you customize your QuickBooks software. They’re
doing their best to take the mystery out of the software.
There is no charge for these tools.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?id=552

Not everyone is a QuickBooks fan. In fact, I’ve met some
brilliant people (Ph.D.’s even) who simply couldn’t fathom
the program. So, if you want to try out a nifty tool that
automates your billing, tracks your income and helps you get

paid faster, try FreshBooks – https://taxmama.freshbooks.com/signup/
There is no charge for unlimited invoices for up to three clients. And you can use it to track expenses and time that go into making up that invoice. I got and invoice from someone using this service last week and was so intrigued I had to follow up.
https://taxmama.freshbooks.com/signup/

Last week, you got Sally Dalton, EA’s talking points for

families. If you still need it, please use it. Many people have.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?id=738

Today, we have a passionate, painful plea from a divorced woman facing years of tax debt due to her (ex) husband’s tax activities. If you’re married, or thinking of getting married, read this. And DO THIS!
https://taxquips.com/index.php?id=748

Time to lighten up, I think, with Points to Ponder in 2008,
the topic of this week’s Money Funnies.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?cat=MoneyFunnies

TaxQuips this week provides some terrific links to use for

retirement planning, you’ll learn how far back you can
carry net operating losses, the taxability of other states’
pensions, about taxes on inherited property, and commuting.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?cat=TaxQuips

IRS News includes a copy of the stimulus letter coming

your way. Notes about the stimulus package. And tips on
reporting your child’s investment income. Remember, their
wages and other income is not part of the investment
income reporting.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?cat=IRSNews

Lots of questions are still coming in on the Stimulus Package.
Yes, if you owe money to IRS, other states, child support, student loans, etc., IRS will grab your rebate and apply it to your debt.

No, there is no special provisions for seniors who file married,

separate returns, just to get the rebate. Simply don’t do it. File a joint return. Get a power of attorney if you need the second signature.

Remember, you can play with the Stimulus Calculator tool on
the www.TaxMama.com home page to see how much you’ll get back.

I have been hearing from a lot of you, and my clients about bizarre employer behavior when it comes to this year’s W-2s. Your employers are including the expenses you submitted on your expense reports in your wages and W-2s. Some are even sending you 1099-MISCs for these expenses. Please read today’s MarketWatch.com TaxWatch article. Then pass it on to your employer if they did this to you.

https://snurl.com/accountable-tax

Remember to spend some time goofing off.
You can play games here, against the computer, other
players, or even invite your friends for a tournament.
https://snurl.com/games-tax

As always, we love your feedback, opinions and ideas.
You are what makes all this fun – and interesting!

Please use the Comments link online.
https://taxquips.com/index.php?id=708

Hugs from your favorite TaxNerd,

Eva Rosenberg, EA

Your TaxMama is watching…out for you.

www.TaxMama.com
www.TaxQuips.com
www.IRSExam.com
www.TaxNerd.net
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TAX CALENDAR 2008
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02.29.2008 Mortgage Interest file Form 1098s with IRS

02.29.2008 File W-2’s with Social Security Admin

02.29.2008 File 1099’s with IRS

02.29.2008 File City of L.A. Business License/Tax Form

03.03.2008 Farmers & Fisherman – file and pay taxes due for 2006 and pay all tax due if estimated payments not made on 01.15.2008.

03.17.2008 S-Corp Election Decision Due (if Applicable)

03.17.2008 Corporate Returns or Extensions Due / Calendar Year Corps

03.15.2008 Get Personal Data to me if you want to file by April 15th

03.17.2008 Employers Make monthly Payroll tax deposit

03.17.2008 Electing Large Partnerships – Issue K-1s to partners – even if you’re on extension

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SPECIAL GIFTS FROM TAXMAMA – FREE – REALLY!
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Keep your Resolutions:
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help you achieve your goals.

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GIFT IDEAS
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Open your own Zazzle account and create personalized

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to get things delivered before Chanukah ends. Really.
You don’t need to use my designs – use your own photos and artwork.
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Join SuccessNet.org (FREE!) and you’ll be able
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https://www.cafepress.com/taxmama

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https://www.cafepress.com/

Get extra discounts for yourself and friends after you order.

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(They have a lot more than shirts – and all sizes)

They do a gorgeous job.

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