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Aldermen Back Plan To Adjust Parking Garage Tax Rates
WBBM Newsradio Political Editor Craig Dellimore reports the higher taxes would mean some motorists would pay more to park at Chicago garages, while some would end up paying less.
A Look At The Craziest Tax Write-Offs
It’s hard to think there’s anything funny about taxes when you’re under a mountain of paperwork, but CBS News contributor and analyst Mellody Hobson has a little comic relief for taxpayers.
How (Not) To Get Audited
It’s time to talk taxes: 1099 forms have gone out and you should be organizing your paperwork and getting ready to pay the taxman.
What Triggers an IRS Tax Audit?
The odds of an audit can increase substantially depending on your income, types of income, deduction amount and changes you have made since filing your last tax return.
William Beavers Found Guilty In Tax Trial
A jury has found William Beavers guilty in his tax corruption trial.
What To Do With Your Tax Refund
Most tax filers are getting a refund after they file their 2012 return. With the average refund running about $3,000, a lot of people will be thinking about what to do with the extra cash.
Where’s My Refund? IRS Tool Answers That Question
The Internal Revenue Service has a message for taxpayers eager to learn the status of their tax refund: Please don’t check the IRS website every five minutes — once a day is enough.
Tax Prep: Don’t Miss These Juicy Credits and Deductions
The IRS expects that 75 percent of all 2012 returns will be entitled to a refund, so if you haven’t started preparing your taxes yet, do it: There’s no reason to wait for April 15 to roll around to get that money back from Uncle Sam.
Prepare Taxes Online Like A Pro
If you’re preparing your own taxes you should definitely do what the professionals do: use tax preparation software.
As The Tax Man Cometh, Tips For Getting Ready
The IRS expects 75 percent of all 2012 returns will get a refund, so if you haven’t started preparing your taxes yet, do it.
Need Tax Help? There’s An App For That
There are lots of websites and software available, but you may not have thought of smartphone apps for doing your taxes.
Download Tax Forms & E-File Info: One-Stop Shop
For easy filing this year download all your Federal Tax Forms from our one-stop shop.
Preckwinkle Dumps Bullet Tax Plan, Keeps Gun Tax
Cook County gun owners have dodged a bullet, as County Board President Tony Preckwinkle has dropped her plan to impose a new ammunition tax to help balance the budget.
Business Owner Wants McPier Tax Reduced, Spread To Whole City
A group of Lincoln Park business owners is calling on state lawmakers to take a second look at a controversial 30-year old city tax levied on thousands of restaurants in and near downtown.
Legislation To Go After Property Tax Cheats Stalls In Springfield
The legislature’s failure to pass reform legislation this week means every property owner will continue to pay for it. CBS 2′s Pam Zekman reports.
Aldermen Discuss Proposal To Tax Sugary Soft Drinks
Experts on both sides of a proposal to impose an extra tax on soft drinks and other sugary beverages poured out their arguments for the City Council’s Health Committee on Tuesday.
Free Tax Tip #10: Look Over Your Tax Situation
Barry R. Steiner, a Chicago based CPA and former IRS Agent, brings you one new tax tip each week! This week’s subject: Look over your tax situation during the year…
Free Tax Tip #9: Monitor Your Withholding
Barry R. Steiner, a Chicago based CPA and former IRS Agent, brings you one new tax tip each week! This week’s subject: monitor your withholding.
Free Tax Tip #8: Think About Your Salary
Barry R. Steiner, a Chicago based CPA and former IRS Agent, brings you one new tax tip each week! This week’s subject: think about your salary
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