Vehicle as Job Expense Tax Deduction

I would suggest that you run both calculations and take the higher of the two. If you use actual receipts, you need to take into account the...

What do I need to do & how much do I owe St of California?

No one can tell you with any certainty the tax, interest and penaltie that you owe based on the information provided. I strongly suggest that you...

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The taxpayer has the burden of proof. Payment of property taxes using electronic banking are tricky. If you made the payment BEFORE 3 PM on a...

Do I Tell An IRS Collections Rep. Over The Phone How Much Cash On Hand I Have When Disclosing My Financial Information ?

You should disclose all monies available for paying the IRS Collections Unit. As to whether it is required that you divulge each of these accounts,...

It is highly unusual for the FTB to impose a lien IF you are in an installment agreement with them AND you have made each and every payment. Liens...

IRS Statute of Limitations

You are correct that the normal statute of limitations is 3 years for a federal income tax return, but it is 4 years for a California income tax...

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The county tax collector will rely upon the post office's date stamp on an envelope as proof of timely payment when such is made via the US Mail. ...

I would only add that if the photos are actual prints, don't forget to collect sales tax on your gross receipts. Thus, you will have to register...

No; the FTB will not take your Social Security unless they do so accidentally. I advise you to keep those funds in a separate bank account. ...

Tax question: How do I treat $300 from an employer?

I would show it as "other income" since it has nothing to do with your self-employment as a writer. That way, you are being totally honest.