Free 1040EZ tax returns in Atlanta area Taxes can be confusing, with all the different 1040s, forms and schedules. A little understanding of what these forms are can ease the anxiety and stress that many taxpayers’ experience when preparing their returns. And now H&R Block is offering to ease that stress with a FREE 1040EZ […]
Survey shows 73 percent don’t know unemployment benefits are taxable The national unemployment rate for 2009 hit 9.2 percent (Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 10.3 percent in December), but taxpayers are still confused about whether unemployment benefits are taxable and job search costs are deductible, according to a new survey by H&R Block. […]
New Law Allows Recent Contributions Deductible on 2009 Return H&R Block is helping taxpayers who have done their parts to support relief efforts in Haiti after the latest natural disaster. A new law just signed allows these taxpayers to deduct that cash donation on their 2009 tax returns. “Allowing tax deductions for those who have […]
Seek tax preparers who guarantee their work, complete ongoing training Although the IRS announced new regulations for tax professionals, these rules will not take effect until 2011. This year, the more than 80 percent of Americans using a tax preparer to complete their returns will want to ensure they’re working with a reputable tax preparer. […]
H&R Block’s new service can cut wait time for W-2 by three weeks ATLANTA, Georgia. – An estimated 90 million taxpayers can access their W-2s up to three weeks early – rather than waiting until the end of January – enabling them to file their tax returns and potentially get their refunds more quickly, thanks […]