local updates
Can you hire someone based on where they live?
The simple answer to these questions is yes, your employer can making hiring and firing decisions based on where you live. Government employers might also...
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science
Can you combine IRA and 401k in same year?
The quick answer is yes, you can have both a 401(k) and an individual retirement account (IRA) at the same time. 1 2 However, depending on your individu...
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culture
How does the 1098-T affect my taxes?
A form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, is used to help figure education credits (and potentially, the tuition and fees deduction) for qualified tuition and rel...
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education
Who qualifies for the Hctc?
Claiming the HCTC requires that you are an eligible recipient of a qualifying trade adjustment assistance program, currently on an approved break from suc...
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technology insights
Is January 1st a stat holiday in Canada?
Employees get paid for statutory holidays if they qualify… Does IRCC work on holidays? IRCC offices are only closed on statutory holidays. Is Easter Monda...
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education
Who Must File IL 990?
If the organization has more than $25,000 in gross revenue and assets, they must file Form AG990-IL with a copy of their IRS Return or Report (IRS 990, 99...
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technology insights
Is there a fee for not having health insurance in 2020?
The federal individual mandate penalty was eliminated at the end of 2018. There is a penalty in New Jersey, DC, Massachusetts, California, and Rhode Islan...
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environment
Do you pay less tax when married Ireland?
If you get married, both you and your spouse continue to be treated as single people for tax purposes in that year. If, however, the tax you pay as two si...
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local updates
Why are my taxes higher on my paycheck?
As you earn income throughout the year, your employer withholds payments toward your year-end tax liability. If these withholding payments vary, it might ...
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global news
Can international students in the US work part time?
When it comes to international students working in the US, there are some restrictions. Students with F1 visas are generally allowed to work on the campus...
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