If you live in GA, you’ve probably heard it all over the news…not to mention the sales papers. Today, July 30, 2009 starts the Sales Tax Holiday. Certain items purchase through Sunday, August 2, 2009 are exempt from sales tax. For many items like computers and related accessories, this can be a huge savings. While saving $1.40 on a $20 purchase of pens, pencils and paper, might not be worth standing in line for an hour.
Don’t panic…..you have options! The first piece of advice I would give is do not ignore the IRS. Contrary to what many people think, they will work with you. The IRS does not want to take your car, house or seize your bank accounts. They want you to pay your taxes.
I know taxes are not high on the list of most romantic subjects, but when you and your sweetie are thinking about tying the knot but you should definitely consider the tax consequences. So, be sure to add tax planning to your wedding to do list.
With the uncertainties of the economy, many Americans are finding themselves looking for ways to cut back. Some are driving less to save on gas. Others are cooking more at home to cut down on the expense of eating out. Those are all very good ways to cut back. I’d like to suggest another way to increase what you bring home….or as this post is titled….GIVE YOURSELF A RAISE!
I often times get forwarded emails from clients asking "is this true?". They generally have an email "supposedly" from the IRS saying that they have a refund and all they have to do is...."click on this link" to claim it. YEAH RIGHT!!! BEWARE!!!!! It's a scam!!!!! Here are a few facts about ...