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David A. Katzman writes a weekly tax advice column in the Boca Raton News called Tax Matters.
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Tax Advice Column by David A. Katzman
2009
1/4/2009
File your Taxes Even if you Cannot Pay
2008
12/28/2008
Executors may lower estate taxes with an alternate valuation election
12/21/2008
Refinancing your home? There could be tax consequences
12/14/2008
Restricted stock awards require careful tax planning
12/7/2008
When you move, the IRS wants to know
11/30/2008
Should you donate your retirement account to charity?
11/23/2008
Donor-advised funds make doing good easy
11/16/2008
Are you 70 ˝? It’s about time to start paying taxes on your IRA
11/9/2008
Can you deduct your commuting costs?
11/3/2008
If you own rental property, are you a real estate professional?
10/26/2008
Volatile stock market makes year-end tax planning crucial
10/19/2008
Deducting home mortgage interest requires attention to detail
10/12/2008
Housing act affects other taxpayers, businesses not just homeowners
10/6/2008
It’s not too late to convert your 2007 IRA contribution
9/28/2008
2008 Housing Act tightens some home-sale tax benefits
9/21/2008
2008 Housing Act creates new opportunities for some homeowners
9/14/2008
Maximizing depreciation for business properties takes planning
9/7/2008
Using withholding taxes improperly could result in a sizeable fine
8/31/2008
Using U.S. savings bonds for higher education
8/24/2008
Selling depreciated real estate causes tax consequences
8/17/2008
Withdrawing cash from a closely held corporation takes planning
8/10/2008
Timing is everything with property exchanges
8/3/2008
When can you deduct education expenses?
7/20/2008
Some charitable contributions require an appraisal
7/13/2008
Benefiting from the housing crisis
7/6/2008
What you should know before withdrawing money from your IRA
6/29/2008
Who said there is no such thing as a free lunch?
6/22/2008
Is your divorce deductible?
6/15/2008
Paying for higher education in a tax-advantaged manner
6/8/2008
Selling assets to a relative at a loss could cost more than you think
6/1/2008
Filing taxes during and after divorce
5/25/2008
An appraiser can help value closely held corporate stock
5/18/2008
Qualified dividend income receives favorable tax treatment
5/11/2008
Bartered goods and services are taxable, too
5/4/2008
You made an error on your tax return, now what?
4/27/2008
Correctly Identifying Miscellaneous Itemized Deductions
4/20/2008
Which IRA is right for you?
4/13/2008
Tax facts about your 401(k) plan
4/7/2008
Tax rebate awaits most taxpayers, but some must take extra steps
3/30/2008
Tax Breaks and Rebates in the 2008 Economic Stimulus Act
3/23/2008
How temporary was your temporary job? The IRS wants to know
3/16/2008
When you sell your home, a higher basis can save you money
3/9/2008
Comparing tax-exempt and taxable investments
3/2/2008
Favorable tax treatment for stock issued by closely held corporations
2/24/2008
A net operating loss requires special treatment
2/17/2008
How is jointly owned property treated for estate taxes?
2/3/2008
If your spouse dies, how does your tax filing status change?
1/27/2008
Can you deduct expenses for your spouse on a business trip?
1/20/2008
What taxes will you owe if you transfer your home during divorce?
1/13/2008
Special rule applies if you transfer property between spouses
1/6/2008
Do you qualify to file taxes as head of household?
2007
12/30/2007
Losing money on out-of-pocket expenses?
12/23/2007
Did you overpay Social Security taxes?
12/16/2007
If you failed to file past tax returns, act now
12/9/2007
When did you last adjust your income tax withholding?
12/2/2007
The IRS wants you to look a gift horse in the mouth
11/25/2007
Are you an investor or a trader? For tax purposes, it matters
11/18/2007
Skybox seats may be more costly than you expect
11/11/2007
Should you convert your home to a rental?
11/4/2007
Winning the lottery can be taxing
10/28/2007
Cash from your 401(k)
10/21/2007
Should you depreciate your vehicle or take a mileage deduction?
10/15/2007
Penalty-free IRA distributions could finance pre-retirement needs
10/8/2007
Some military pay is not taxable
9/24/2007
Work-related moves can be tax deductible
9/17/2007
Reviewing your income tax withholding should be an annual event
9/10/2007
Your investment losses may be tax deductible
9/3/2007
Self-employment requires careful tax accounting
8/27/2007
Are seller-paid ‘points' deductible by homebuyers?
8/20/2007
Will you owe taxes on scholarship money?
8/13/2007
Who should claim the children?
8/6/2007
Recent tax changes could affect you
7/30/2007
Is your business website deductible?
7/23/2007
Production deductions help cut taxes
7/16/2007
Consider the tax consequences before switching cars
7/9/2007
Education expenses can add up to tax savings
7/2/2007
Advance preparation is critical in tax audits
6/25/2007
New small-business tax legislation has wide impact
6/18/2007
Stock options present varied, sometimes unexpected, tax consequences
6/11/2007
Selling property on an installment plan
6/4/2007
Your Home Computer – What's Deductible?
5/28/2007
Deducting Rental Property Losses
5/21/2007
File your Taxes Even if You Cannot Pay
5/14/2007
A Higher Standard for Charitable Deductions
5/7/2007
With Social Security, Plan Ahead
4/30/2007
When a Pastime Becomes a Business
4/23/2007
Good Works Can Signify Tax Deductions
4/16/2007
With Mutual Funds, Let the Buyer and Seller Beware
4/9/2007
With Mutual Funds, Look Before You Leap
4/2/2007
Commercial Property Owners Save on Taxes with Cost Segregation
3/26/2007
Paying the Boss: Executive Compensation and Expenses
3/19/2007
Avoiding Tax Pitfalls of Inherited Property
3/12/2007
A Litmus Test: Employee or Independent Contractor?
3/5/2007
Footing the Bill for College Expenses
2/26/2007
A Crash Course in Saving for College
2/19/2007
“SIMPLE” RETIREMENT PLANS OFFER A RANGE OF CHOICES
2/12/2007
International Travel Can Translate to Tax Deductions
2/5/2007
Deducting mortgage loan points, it pays to plan
1/29/2007
Refinancing your home can create new tax issues
1/22/2007
Managing the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act
2006
11/14/2006
Some disability benefits are taxable, others are not
11/7/2006
Comparing childcare credit and dependent care flexible spending accounts
11/1/2006
Is a Health Savings Account Right for You?
10/24/2006
Gifts from non-U.S. Sources May Require Reporting
10/17/2006
Do you know the rules for employee stock purchase plans?
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