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Take Tax Deductions for Job-Hunting Expenses, Energy Efficiency & More

Posted on 10/26/2011 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

Money & Savings | WorkApril may seem far away, but thinking about your taxes now can leave you with more money in your pocket later. Start gathering your receipts and records, and take advantage of every tax break you can. Here are some ways you might be able to reduce your tax burden for 2011, from deductions for job-hunting and self-employment to medical expenses to energy savings to retirement funding. 

Tea Parties Aside…

Posted on 04/15/2009 by | General News | Comments

Money & SavingsI filed my tax forms a few weeks ago and BOY! Was I proud of myself for getting it done soooooo early! I’d also be lying if I said I hadn’t already spent my whole return in my head yet! Mostly paying off debt, but a little will go to a much needed mini-vacation. What are you spending your tax return on?

News To Know: Mercy From The Tax Man

Posted on 01/7/2009 by | Archived Contributor | Comments

Money & SavingsIn a response to the continued economic downturn, the IRS may show leniency in dealing with some people who are delinquent in making tax payments.