Saturday, May 17, 2008

federal taxes

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Climate Taxes vs. Corporate Taxes

There could be a grand bargain in the making. more >>

Confused on Taxes but Still Hate 'em

Americans aren't too smart when sizing up our personal tax burden, but we know we don't want more. more >>

The Gas Tax Vacation: A Cheap Holiday

Rolling back the federal fuel levy would do little to ease pump-price pain. more >>

McCain Reverses on Taxes

John McCain's puzzling plunge to the right. more >>

Wall Street Sees Higher Investment Taxes From Obama, Clinton

And even McCain would be hard pressed to keep rates low. more >>

A Q&A With McCain Adviser Douglas Holtz-Eakin

The presidential candidate's top economic guru talks taxes, spending, and energy policy. more >>

Video: Three Tax Tips

Taking advantage of deductions and tax-sheltered retirement accounts helps you pay less. more >>

Obama and Clinton Big Government Economic Plans Need Debate

Many younger voters don't remember when big government advocates were on the defensive because of stagflation and gas lines. more >>

Why a Big Tax Refund Is a Bad Sign

If your withholding is off, you're making Uncle Sam an interest-free loan. more >>

Think You're a Tax Whiz? Take This Quiz

10 questions to get you in fighting trim for the April 15 deadline. more >>

Tax Tips and Changes as the Deadline Nears

There's even a little help for troubled homeowners. more >>

Making It Easier to Fill Out College Financial Aid Forms

Legislation could make it as easy as checking a box on your tax return. more >>

Investigating Televangelist Finances

Does preacher compensation violate non-profit tax laws? more >>

Analyzing the Economic Stimulus Package

Big families and businesses are among the winners. more >>

McCain on the Bush Tax Cuts

He didn't think much of them back in 2000. more >>

Q&A: U.S. Rep. Barney Frank

Chair of the House Financial Services Committee talks about the proposed economic stimulus package. more >>

Quick Hits for Jan. 9, 2008

Fiscal stimulus, the Fair Tax, and income inequality. more >>

Hillary's Surprising Top Priority: the Bush Tax Cuts

For someone who considers Bush fiscally irresponsible, Clinton sure likes his signature legislation. more >>

Democrats Push for Temporary Tax Cuts, Spending to Boost Economy

But the return from pricey fiscal stimulus packages is usually disappointing. more >>

Time to Harvest Your Capital Gains?

December is a chance to balance 2007 gains and losses--and take advantage of a 15 percent tax rate. more >>

How to Avoid the Kiddie Tax

The IRS is making it even more difficult to shelter investment income in a child's name. more >>

6 Last-Minute Tax Moves for 2007

Yes, it's late—but not too late to save yourself some big bucks. more >>

A Reaganomics Reversal

Rangel's tax proposals may signal what the Democrats would do in 2009. more >>

6 Thoughts About Last Night's Democratic Debate

The mystery over tax and Social Security reform only grows deeper. more >>

Will the Tax Issue Bite Democrats?

It may be the only weapon Republicans have. more >>

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