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IRS Says More Returns Are Being Filed Without a Tax Preparer.

As of April 18, 2014, almost 46 million returns were e-filed from home computers (not using a tax professional – but self prepared), which is more than the total from home computers for all of 2013. Based on IRS' statistics, more taxpayers…
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What You Need to Know Before Filing Your Tax Return

​Our San Diego tax attorney explains what you need to know before you file your tax return. Simplified home office deduction: Beginning in 2014, taxpayers can use the simplified home office deduction to write off $5 per square foot of…
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Are You Affected by President Obama’s 2015 Tax Proposals?

President Obama recently released his 2015 budget proposal and included revisions to the tax laws that, in some instances, changes laws that have been on the books for sixty years. Keep in mind these changes are currently only proposals; however,…
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Nine Tax Tips for Preparing Your Income Tax Return

When it comes to running your business, there are various rules to follow to ensure you accurately report your business income and take proper deductions, determine whether you can pay workers as employees or independent contractors, and whether…
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Is This The End Of 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges Of Real Estate?

Obama's 2015 budget proposes a $1M cap on section 1031 like-kind exchanges of real estate. Currently, when a capital asset is sold or exchanged, a capital gain or loss is generally recognized. Internal Revenue Code Section 1031 provides an…
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Are Your Losses From Real Estate Limited?

Information the real estate investor should know before filing a 2013 income tax return. Owning investment property can provide many benefits and tax incentives. However, several pitfalls exist for the unwary real estate investor expecting…
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Tax Consequences for Foreclosure & Short Sale

The answer will vary depending on the facts specific to the individual, loans, and real property, but in generally, a discharge of debt from a foreclosure is excluded from taxation under Internal Revenue Code §108(a)(1)(E), if the real estate…