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If you are eager to file your taxes, either because you’re due a tax refund or you just want to get it out of the way, the IRS has announced they will be accepting paper and electronic returns starting...
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For people who haven’t filed your 2017 taxes yet, make sure to take advantage of these tax deductions while you still can before the October 15th extended tax deadline! The new tax reform law...
View ArticleOscars and the Taxation of “Swag Bags”
The outfits are picked, parties planned, and the votes for the 2019 Oscar winners will be tallied. Today, Hollywood’s nominees will gather for the 91st Academy Awards ceremony. And while most hopefuls...
View ArticleHow Are Gambling Winnings Taxed?
Most people don't think about taxes on their way to the casino. But what might seem like nothing more than a fun night in Las Vegas actually carries significant tax consequences if you win. Failure to...
View ArticleHow Your Lottery Winnings Are Taxed
Winning a large Lottery Jackpot is a dream come true for many! Everyone scrambles around to get last minute tickets and hoping to be a winner of the next large jackpot in lottery history. But lottery...
View ArticleSports Gambling and How Your Winnings are Taxed
You may be headed to the racetrack, casino or to make your sports bet, hoping to win big. But you might be surprised that Uncle Sam has his fingers crossed for your good fortune as well. Full Story
View ArticleHow Much Does the Government Make Off of Gambling?
In the fourth installment of our "Sin Tax" series, we explore the financial implications of gambling.Full Story
View ArticleThe Vices of March: Sin Taxes Meet March Madness
Whether we're talking about the Super Bowl, Fantasy Football, or March Madness, we all may have to pay "sin" tax. Check out our infographic showing how much revenue is generated from March Madness and...
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