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Florida tax preparer charged for $3 million tax shelter fraud 

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The fraud was presented to his clients as a deduction on their tax returns if they sent money to a company that the accused owned. Even though tax shelter clients received their money back, Mellinger allegedly directed them to claim the transfer to the company as a deduction on their tax returns and label the deduction as a “royalty” payment.

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Retirement and Health Care Costs: What You Need to Know

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A retirement-age American could spend nearly a thousand dollars less in 2016 at $3,564 as a comparison. For all Medicare Part B beneficiaries in 2023, the annual deductible will be $226, a $7 decrease from the annual deductible of $233 in 2022. Deductibles and coinsurance are also required for Part B participants.

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Lazy Millionaire – 8 Ways to Make a Million Dollars on 4 Hours a Day

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Between 2016 and 2020, around 1,700 individuals turned into millionaires each day. Take All Your Tax Advantages Have you taken advantage of your tax credits and deductions ? So, make sure to know all the viable tax deductions and credits that you can qualify for. In the US, there are 22 million millionaires, constituting 8.8%

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How to Save Money & Avoid Fines with Your Taxes

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Tax extensions are handy if you can’t file your taxes by the original filing date or if you’d like more time to work with your accountant to identify deductions and file your return. S Corporations – March 15, 2016. C Corporations – March 15, 2016. Sole Proprietors – April 18, 2016. Partnerships – April 18, 2016.

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Vanguard Small Business Plans: Are They Right for Your (and Your Employees’) Retirement Needs?

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If you opt for the Individual 401(k) Vanguard Small Business plan as an employer, here’s what Vanguard Small Business sets as your contribution regulations : As an employer , you can contribute a maximum of $53,000 per eligible employee, for the 2016 tax year. Also, using this plan is a great way to maximize your yearly tax deductions.

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The Single Biggest Tax Mistake You’re Probably Making Right Now

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At least not for their 2016 returns. Usually the solution was to double-check some figures, make sure they weren’t missing any deductions or credits, maybe make an IRA contribution if they qualified and hadn’t done so already. You lose those deductions forever! Asking the Right Question—at the Wrong Time.

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The Ultimate Small Business Tax Preparation Checklist

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If you use your personal vehicle for business, deducting the standard mileage rate on your tax return is usually more beneficial than paying for actual vehicle expenses throughout the year. Even if you use your personal funds for business expenses, those expenses are legitimate tax deductions. Update your mileage log.