Tax Guide

Tax Matters
AMT Fix: Good News, Delayed Refunds
Congress put a one-year freeze on growth of the Alternative Minimum Tax last week, shielding many middle-income taxpayers from first exposure to the tax. But now more than 3 million people will have to wait longer for refunds.

Tax Worksheets

The Alternative Minimum Tax
It's ugly . and an increasing number of us have to pay it. If your gross income is above $75,000 read here to find out if you owe.
Stock Options Calculators
If your stock options are still above water, count your lucky stars. You can leave the tax calculations to us.
The Marriage Penalty Estimator
If you and your new spouse both work, this wedding present — sent with love from the IRS — just might have you missing your single days.
The Nanny Tax
Remember Zoe Baird? Then you'll recall that you are indeed responsible for taxes on your nanny's wages.
Will You Owe Estate Taxes?
You didn't work this hard just to have the IRS take it away. Find out how significantly your estate will be hit, and what you can do to protect it.

Capital Gains, Options and Other Investment-
Related Taxes

The SmartMoney.com
Capital-Gains Guide

Thinking of selling some winners? Here's everything you need to know — and a worksheet to help you estimate your bill.
Writing Off Your Investment Costs
You just might be able to take some deductions — even if you aren't a pro.

Tax Basics: Advice

Check Up on Your Charity
Just a few extra steps will help you make much better decisions about which charities really deserve your money.
Avoiding an Audit
The IRS is cranking up its audit machine this year. Here's what to watch out for.
7 Tax Return Screw-Ups to Avoid
There are countless things you can do before you file to screw up your return. Here are the seven most prevalent.

Tax Basics: Filing

The Alternative Minimum Tax
It's ugly — and an increasing number of us have to pay it. If your gross income is above $75,000 read here to find out if you owe.
Do You Owe Estimated Taxes?
Here's help for those whose tax day comes four times a year.

Home and Family Taxes

A Tax-Skipping Move for Seniors
House-rich, cash poor seniors can use reverse mortgages to avoid tax hits on highly appreciated home sales. Here's how.
The Grandparent Tax
Here's how to avoid the bite of the rapacious generation-skipping transfer tax before it takes a bite out of your grandchild's gift.
Tax-Friendly Home Sale Strategies
Some creative maneuvering here and there can make all the difference between a big tax hit and no hit at all. Here are four tax-slashing strategies.
A Primer on Homeowner Tax Breaks
Getting ready to buy your first home? Your tax break might not be as big as you thought. We'll explain.
Cut Your Child-Care Costs
Parents can save big by using a dependent-care flexible-spending account. Our calculator will tell you how much.

Work and Business Taxes

How to Write Off That Boondoggle
Combining vacation with business? You can probably still deduct a lot of your expenses. Here's how.

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