Monday, November 23, 2009

alternative minimum tax

Democrats Tilt Stimulus Toward the Affluent With AMT Fix

AMT fix would help Democrats' affluent supporters. more >>

Year-End Tax Tips

Know what you can do to ease the burden of April 15. more >>

Escape the AMT Trap

The AMT is in limbo, but you don’t have to be. Start planning now to avoid tax season surprises. more >>

The AMT Blame Game

After dillydallying on the AMT fix, Democratic leaders demand President Bush act fast to get tax refunds to Americans. more >>

A Taxing Time for Democrats

The federal tax structure is poised to change in the next few years. more >>

Congress Watch: Energy and Farming

After a two-week Thanksgiving break, Congress will be back in action—or inaction—this week with a full agenda on its plate. more >>

What's Worse, the AMT or a Recession?

Now this would hurt. If the politicians in Washington do nothing, 23 million Americans will get hit by the alternative minimum tax next year, up from 4 million this year. more >>

Will Bush Raise Taxes to Fix the AMT?

Recent news reports have hinted that President Bush might be willing to go along with tax increases on wealthier Americans to pay for a costly fix to the alternative minimum tax. One possibility raised by Democrats is raising taxes on those making $400,000 or more. more >>

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