business
How much does the IRS allow for living expenses?
No matter where you live, the IRS will allow the same amount to feed and clothe your family, increasing the amount for the number of your dependents. For ...
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environment
What is clergy housing exclusion?
Clergy housing exclusion Both California and federal law allow members of the clergy an exclusion from income for either the rental value of a home furnis...
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local updates
Is service tax applicable on rent received?
There is no service tax charged on renting of immovable property for residential purpose. Service tax is not applicable to any amount that is refundable a...
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global news
Do I have to file form 8453?
Form 8453 is required to be filled out and mailed to the IRS when one or more of the forms below are included in an e-filed return. (See below for the mai...
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arts
Are donations to the Kiwanis club tax deductible?
100% of your donation is tax deductible. Kiwanis Warner Center Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Nonprofit Corporation under the laws of the State of C...
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environment
Do you have to pay back the CARES Act SBA loan?
A: Any loan amounts not forgiven must be repaid by the borrower on or before the borrower’s applicable maturity date (two years for those loans “made” pri...
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business
How do I stop worrying about money?
How to Stop Worrying About Money Focus on the facts. My friend, mental health expert Dr. Make a plan. Your plan is everything from your monthly budget, to...
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health
Are bylaws required in Pennsylvania?
They are created and adopted by your board of directors. In Pennsylvania, you aren’t legally required to file bylaws; however, they are very important and...
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technology insights
How do I get my Social Security benefits summary?
Most people can receive an estimate of their benefit based on their actual Social Security earnings record by going to You also can calculate future retir...
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science
Is SSA month behind?
Social Security benefits are paid a month behind. April’s benefits are paid in May, May’s in June, and so on. Social Security regulations require that a p...
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