If you are really good at taxes and deductions...?
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I'm good at taxes and deductions -- in fact I prepare tax paperwork for friends and family -- for free.  I don't believe it's a matter of how much you pay in taxes that counts.  It's a matter of how you feel about living in this country.  I'm middle aged, single, never had a child, don't drive and attended non-public schools.  But I don't have a problem paying my fair share of taxes because I think it's important to help this country pay for children, for roads, for education and other public works.  Oh go ahead, call me a liberal.  I'm not insulted.  I just like living in America and believe that there are certain costs that go along with that.
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What would those be???\nDeath and taxes???
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It depends on how you file.
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i do taxes. and as far as i know you cant. and i dont see how you could do it for business and to my knowledge there are no forms to put that on if you did find a way to do it for business. sorry.
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By having a prfessional prepare your taxes they will be able to make sure sto include everything that has to be included this may make it more profitable and also the IRS is less likely to audit you on your taxes if a professional prepares them. \n\nThere may be a fee but it is often worth it because you get the most out of your money. The tax professional will make sure that you get everything that you can get (credits and deductions) and if there is an audit you will have a professional there to help you through it. At most professional tax offices (H & R Block) there are also guarentees to the taxes being right and if they are not right they will usually make it right with you (Pay penalties or some of the amount you owe if they were wrong).
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The answer is whomever files first.  But if you're actually married and actually a couple, I suggest that deductions go to the person who needs them most.  Whomever gets the biggest tax break should take it.  And then split the savings with the other spouse.
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I love these optimistic answers that tell you your friend can get a good refund if she has a mortgage deduction. How could she buy a house on $18,000/ year? It'd be a 1 room shack! LOL\n\nSo, being realistic- she can up her withholding and let Uncle Sam "keep it for her" at NO interest or increase her deductions. \n\nEasiest way I know of is start a business on the side. Sell cosmetics, give music lessons, tutor students, sell stuff on ebay, whatever. \n\nThe first year is often a loss due to start up costs so this will reduce your net income. Lower net income = less tax.
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Not only will your standard deduction go from $5000 to $10,000, but your exemtion will also go up from $3200 to $6400. Do keep in mind, like already mentioned, that both incomes are counted, not just one.
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Depends on how experienced that person is. It's not that difficult. I'm a CPA in Orange County and can help you, but to be honest, Turbo Tax works great. Things you'll want to have handy is your 1098 from your mortgage company (mortgage interest paid, points paid if any, property taxes paid - unless you paid them yourself instead of through impounds), DMV registration (personal property taxes paid on your car), closing statement from when you bought your house (you may find other property taxes paid that is not included on the 1098). There are other deductions that you may be able to get. Turbo Tax walks your through it. I've attached some links that you should print out and read. Regardless of who does your taxes, you should understand what's going on. :)
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Not necessarily.  I know a really good tax guy in San Diego.  His website appears below.  If he can't help you, he can get me involved.
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that depends...are you any good?
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No.  All you really need is to pay attention to details and be willing to put up with semi-tedious work.  If you put your mind to it, you can easily become an accountant.
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you can do your own taxes and give friends advice
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Fear not. If you made less than $3000 you'll get it all back when you do your taxes
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I understand that some people have no choice, but to work in the underground cash economy.  However you are not one of those people and it is highly unlikely that the risks you take will be worth it.  Say your job that pays you well finds out and fires you, did you really come out ahead.  Or the IRS could come after you.\n\nIf you do have a lot of free time and you want to make money, I suggest starting your own business.  You should probably get permission from your current job.  Some businesses can almost start out as a hobby in which case you probably could delay reporting your activity to your job if it is a big pain, until you are sure that it will be a business.  For a hobby on your taxes you report income and can deduct expenses up to your income to end up not owing additional taxes.
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Tax write-offs.\nSee above.
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Have your taxes done by somebody else if you have a healthy sized income, or income coming in from many different places. Also, if you've got a lot of payments... especially if a personal business is involved. The IRC is ENORMOUS... and professional CPAs with a good tax background are going to know it better than you. Loopholes are great.