BookSmarts™ News & Updates
| Five Important Tax Credits
You might be eligible for a valuable tax credit. A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction of ta... 3/3/2010 |
| Seven Things You Should Know About Checking the Status of Your Refund
Are you expecting a tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service this year? If so, here are seven th... 2/25/2010 |
| Four Facts Every Parent Should Know about Their Child’s Investment Income
The IRS wants parents to be aware of the tax rules that affect their children's investment incom... 2/24/2010 |
| Five Tips About the First-Time Homebuyer Credit Documentation Requirements
Claiming the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit on your 2009 tax return might mean a larger refund but ... 2/23/2010 |
| Six Facts on How to Get Credit for Retirement Savings Contributions
If you make eligible contributions to an employer-sponsored retirement plan or to an individual reti... 2/22/2010 |
| 10 Facts About Capital Gains and Losses
10 Facts About Capital Gains and Losses Have you heard of capital gains and losses? If not, you may ... 2/19/2010 |
| Seven Facts to Help You Understand the Alternative Minimum Tax
The Alternative Minimum Tax attempts to ensure that anyone who benefits from certain tax advantages ... 2/17/2010 |
| Seven Important Facts about Claiming the First-Time Homebuyer Credit
If you purchased a home in 2009 or early 2010, you may be eligible to claim the First-Time Homebuyer... 2/9/2010 |
| Is this Income Taxable?
While most income you receive is generally considered taxable, there are some situations when certai... 2/8/2010 |
| Eight Facts about the New Vehicle Sales and Excise Tax Deduction
If you bought a new vehicle in 2009, you may be entitled to a special tax deduction for the sales an... 2/8/2010 |
| Five Tips for Avoiding Refund Delays Relating to Your Economic Recovery Payment
The $250 Economic Recovery Payments that were issued in 2009 by the Social Security Administration, ... 2/2/2010 |
| IRS Announces 2010 Standard Mileage Rates
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2010 optional standard mileage rate... 12/3/2009 |
| Extended First-Time Homebuyer Credit: 10 Important Facts
If you are in the market for a new home, you may still be able to claim the First-Time Homebuyer Cre... 11/25/2009 |
| Cranberry accounting franchise BookSmarts makes push into Fla.
Pittsburgh Business Times - by Tim Schooley BookSmarts Tax & Accounting Services, a C... 10/30/2009 |
| BookSmarts™ Signs 15 Unit Area Development Agreement for Florida
Pittsburgh, PA, October 26, 2009- Former Pittsburgh Executive Bill Barthlow today signed an Area Dev... 10/26/2009 |
| Six Recovery Tax Incentives for Individuals
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides tax incentives for first-time homebuyers, people... 9/30/2009 |
| Ten Facts about the First-Time Homebuyer Credit
Many taxpayers who purchase a home this year will qualify for an $8,000 federal tax credit. The refu... 9/21/2009 |
| Ten Tips for Taxpayers Making Charitable Donations
Every year, millions of taxpayers itemize their deductions on their federal tax return. One of the m... 9/8/2009 |
| Keeping Good Records Reduces Stress at Tax Time
Although most people won't be filing their tax returns for several months, the dog days of summe... 8/28/2009 |
| Eight Things to Know If You Receive an IRS Notice
Every year, the IRS sends millions of letters and notices to taxpayers. Many taxpayers will receive ... 8/25/2009 |
| Does the IRS Owe You Money?
Who couldn't use a little extra cash this summer! The IRS may have some money for you. If you ha... 8/7/2009 |
| Five Tax Facts about Summertime Child Care Expenses
Many parents who work or are looking for work must arrange for care of their children under 13 years... 7/20/2009 |
| Seven Tips for Students with a Summer Job
Many students get a summer job during their time off from school. Here are the top seven things the ... 7/17/2009 |
| Last-Chance Opportunity: 22 Tax Breaks That Expire in 2009
You may have heard the expressions "make hay while the sun shines" or "strike while t... 6/24/2009 |
| Energy-Saving Steps This Year May Result in Tax Savings Next Year
Tax Credits for Home Energy Efficiency Improvements IncreaseHomeowners can get bigger tax credits fo... 5/4/2009 |
| Top Ten Facts about Amended Returns
Taxpayers who need to make a change or adjustment on a return they already filed can do so by filing... 4/24/2009 |
| What to do if You Receive an IRS Notice
Its a moment many taxpayers dread. A letter arrives from the IRS and it's not a refund chec... 4/22/2009 |
| What Happens After I File?
Most taxpayers have already filed their federal tax returns but may still have questions. Here's... 4/16/2009 |
| Seven Facts about the New Sales Tax Deduction for Vehicle Purchases
Taxpayers who buy a new car or several other types of motor vehicles this year may be entitled to a ... 4/20/2009 |
| Seven Things you Should Know When Selling Your Home
People who sell their home may be able to exclude the gain from their income. Here are seven things ... 3/19/2009 |
| First-Time Homebuyers Have Several Options to Maximize New Tax Credit
WASHINGTON - As part of the Treasury Department's consumer outreach effort and with the April 15... 3/18/2009 |
| Claiming a Deduction for Your Home Office
Taxpayers who use a portion of their home for business purposes may be able to take a home office de... 3/18/2009 |
| Mortgage Debt Forgiveness
If your mortgage debt is partly or entirely forgiven during tax years 2007 - 2012, you may be able t... 3/5/2009 |
| Where's My Refund?
Checking the Status of Your Federal Tax Refund is Easy If you already filed your federal tax return ... 2/26/2009 |
| Expanded Tax Break Available for 2009 First-Time Homebuyers
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service announced today that taxpayers who qualify for the f... 2/25/2009 |
| BookSmarts™ Grand Opening in Brentwood
BookSmarts™ knows “All Your Money Matters” Pittsburgh, PA., January 19, 2008... 2/2/2009 |
| BookSmarts™ Franchise Opens in the North Hills, Pittsburgh Area
BookSmarts, LLC is proud to announce the opening of another BookSmarts™ Franchise. Locat... 1/19/2009 |
| IRS Presents: Top Ten Tax Time Tips
1. Gather your records ....now! It's never too early to start getting together any documents or ... 1/5/2009 |
| Top Five Facts about Dependents and Exemptions
1. Dependents may be required to file their own tax return. Even though you are a dependent on someo... 1/8/2009 |
| IRS Speeds Lien Relief for Homeowners Trying to Refinance, Sell
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today announced an expedited process that will make it eas... 12/16/2008 |
| IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations
WASHINGTON - Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in m... 12/9/2008 |
| 2009 Inflation Adjustments Widen Tax Brackets and Expand Tax Benefits
WASHINGTON — For 2009, personal exemptions and standard deductions will rise and tax brackets ... 12/4/2008 |
| IRS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates
IR-2008-131, Nov. 24, 2008WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2009 opti... 11/24/2008 |
| Key Tax Changes in the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
H.R. 1424 was signed into law by the President on Oct. 3, 2008. The tax provisions in H.R. 1424, app... 10/6/2008 |
| BookSmarts of West Virgina
Morgantown Area Tax Return Service Changes Name, Expands &... 10/15/2008 |
| New Franchise Information!
For those who want to be their own boss and serve clients who need honest, smart people to keep thei... 11/12/2008 |
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