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How does TurboTax help first time tax filers?
TurboTax is developed with first-time filers in mind. We guide you step by step with simple, plain-English questions and apply the appropriate tax laws in...
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arts
Is an ex wife still considered family?
When you divorce your spouse, the divorce terminates the relationship you had with your ex spouses relatives. They are no longer part of your family. Howe...
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culture
What does a board and care provide?
Board and care homes provide room, board and 24-hour staffing assistance and care for the seniors with things like dressing, bathing and medication manage...
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global news
What happens when you sell a Section 179 vehicle?
To the extent of prior depreciation and Section 179 expensing, your sale of furniture, equipment, or vehicles produces ordinary income. Instead, the incom...
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global news
How do you ask for a call Who is talking?
Introduce yourself Say “Hello, this is (name)” to let people know who you are. If you answer the phone and the caller doesn’t give his name, you can say “...
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local updates
What are boxes 15 16 and 17 for on the W-2 Why might it be blank?
If Box 15 and 16 are filled, then you should reconfirm with your employer on Box 17 – they should have withheld some state income tax which should be refl...
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health
How long does it take IRS to release funds after audit?
between 15 and 30 days If an audit report is received, the taxpayer normally has between 15 and 30 days to respond back to the IRS by either agreeing with...
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science
What is the length of a research proposal?
A research proposal is usually around 2,500 words long although there is no upper or lower limit to this. How long is a research problem? A problem statem...
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culture
What is the depreciation rate for a used car?
Your car’s value decreases around 20% to 30% by the end of the first year. From years two to six, depreciation ranges from 15% to 18% per year, according ...
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technology insights
How do I get a copy of my banking information?
Getting a copy of your bank statement is easy. Your online banking page will list out all of your statements. From there, you can download a PDF or order ...
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