Michelle O'Brien
Jan 27, 20162016 Tax Rates and Standard Deduction
Time to reflect on the new 2016 tax rates. Once the new year comes around, we tend to reevaluate ourselves and reflect on our accomplishments (and setbacks) from the past year. This is also a time when we think about how we can better ourselves for the year to come. For many of us, that means […]
Michelle O'BrienJan 13, 2016How to Complete a W-4 if You’re Married
Tie the knot in your life and also on your taxes. The honeymoon is over and it’s back to reality. With such a huge change in your life, it’s important to pay attention to how it will affect your taxes. Once the wedding bells in your head subside, update your W-4 form with your employer. […]
Michelle O'BrienDec 11, 20157 Tax Updates for 2016
5…4…3…2…1….. Happy Tax Season 2016! With the new year comes promises to lose weight, shiny new engagement rings, and of course…annual tax updates. While most tax laws remain consistent from one year to the next, there are some that change. We are here to share a sneak peek of 7 tax updates coming your way […]
Michelle O'BrienNov 13, 2015How to File your First Tax Return
Filing your first tax return is a bit like doing your laundry. You don’t want to do it. You’d prefer someone just did it for you. But if you don’t do it, you know there will be consequences. Unlike laundry, you’ll need to do a bit more sorting, as in sorting through of all those […]
adminOct 28, 2015Reporting Dependent Income on My Tax Return
Have you been claiming your kid as a dependent since they were in Pampers? If yes, read on… Now your child just got their first job and is earning an income. Great news: you won’t have to pay them a weekly allowance for the sub-par chores they keep complaining about anymore. Not-so-good news: they’ve entered into the […]
adminOct 21, 2015I’m Divorced: How Do I File My Taxes?
Filing your taxes should not be hard after you divorce. Going through a divorce can be emotionally draining and a financial burden. The good news is that filing your taxes doesn’t have to be. Preparing your tax return is the very last thought on your mind right now. We’re here to help! You can prepare your tax […]
adminSep 1, 2015Are You Looking for 2013 Tax Forms?
We have you covered: here are all of the major federal 2013 tax forms! 1040 1040EZ 1040A Schedule A Schedule B Schedule C Schedule D Schedule SE These forms will only cover the requirements of a basic federal tax return. The forms needed for a 2013 state tax return are a bit trickier to get your hands on. […]
adminMay 20, 2015Where is My 2013 State Tax Refund?
How to check the status of your 2013 state tax refund After filing your state tax return, you can track the status of your 2013 state tax refund by visiting your state agency’s tax refund status page. Click your state in the list below to go to that page:
adminApr 6, 2015How To File 2008 Taxes in 2019
Here’s how to get caught up on your late 2008 taxes. If you forgot to file your 2008 tax return, you should do so as soon as possible. Sure, it’s been years since the tax filing deadline for that year, but you could and should still get caught up. Here are two important reasons why: […]
adminMar 18, 2015Can I Still E-File 2014 Taxes after April 15?
You can file or you can rack up IRS penalty fees; the choice is yours! The very last day to E-file 2014 tax returns was October 15, 2015. If you’re reading this after the October 15th deadline, you can still prepare your return online. You’ll just need to paper-file it instead of E-filing it. That being said, […]
