How to Amend a Tax Return on TurboTax

You will need to file an amended tax return if you discover that you accidentally left out information, made an error in math or used the wrong codes on your original return. Here is How to Amend a Tax Return on TurboTax:

Amend your tax returns as soon as you realize there is an error or omission on your original return. If you wait too long, you may not be allowed to file an amendment. In addition, the IRS may assess penalties and interest charges if they think you are failing to report additional income or rebating taxes you should have withheld on a payment.

How to Amend a Tax Return on TurboTax
How to Amend a Tax Return on TurboTax

Prior to the Due Date

You can file a superseding return if you need to change your return before the original due date. This is done by attaching a copy of the amended form, along with … Read the rest

H&R Block Still Bows To The Expertise Of TurboTax

There is a simple reality that people seek from tax preparation software. You want to be sure you are getting the maximum tax refund with the easiest time doing so, but not having to hire someone or be a tax expert in order to do so. Until only a few years ago people would pay around 250 dollars to have someone prepare their taxes, which would take them less than an hour. I then discovered that these professionals use the same software that I can use online. The days of using tax preparers became numbered in my opinion, as I stopped using them. While you may still need to use a preparer depending on what deductions you have to write off and document, you can usually go without this expense nowadays.

There are many wonderful options on the Internet for people to use if you use a Mac or some … Read the rest

Easy And Convenient Tax Prep With TurboTax.com

First time tax filers may be anxious about completing their taxes. Some even wait until the last minute without being aware of it. Filing your 2013 taxes is a necessity. Knowing what mistakes to avoid can make the process easier and allows individuals to submit their taxes right on time.

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Those who are preparing their 2013 taxes for the first time may wonder where to begin. They have to think of their tax preparer. Have they even picked one out? Those who haven’t may not know where to turn. Others may already know about TurboTax.com. It offers free federal filing and even offers multiple options for filing state returns. Using the site allows individuals to complete their taxes securely and properly. They will be guided through each step in the tax preparation process to get their 2013 taxes submitted. There is superb customer service to help customers when they want … Read the rest

IRS Tax Adjustments

IRS Tax Adjustments and the Pickle Salesman Photo by Michael Vadon

Taxes in 2014 are set to undergo various adjustments, affecting more than 40 tax provisions. The Revenue Procedure 2013-35, published on 18 November 2013, provides detailed information of each adjustment.

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A tax rate of 39.6% will affect singles whose annual income exceeds $406,750 and married couples with joint returns exceeding $457,600. This is up from the current amounts of $400,000 and $450,000 respectively. The Revenue Procedure describes the rates that apply to other thresholds.

In terms of standard deductions for singles or married couples filing separate returns, the amount rises from $6,100 to $6,200. For married couples filing joint returns, it rises from $12,200 to $12,400. On the other hand, the standard deduction that applied for heads-of-households has risen from $8,950 to $9,100.

Both the personal exemption and the alternative minimum tax exemption will also rise. Couples who file jointly and have three or more qualifying … Read the rest

TurboTax Raises Millions For The Military

TurboTax Raises Millions For The Military

This year Intuit, the parent company of TurboTax, raised two million dollars through its Mission 2 Match fundraiser. With this program, TurboTax offered people the opportunity to pledge money for Operation Homefront, an organization that provides emergency financial help and other support to military families.

As of April 15, 2013, individual donations amounted to over one million dollars, which Intuit has matched, resulting in a two million dollar gift to Operation Homefront.  This amount is still rising, however, since the Mission 2 Match fundraising continues. Currently donations can still be made at , so the final total may be much greater than the current balance.

This effort to support US troops has resulted in donations of money, food, home repairs, household items, baby supplies, and transitional housing to families of American military members, relieving some of the pressure on US patriots serving … Read the rest

Innovations For Turbo Tax

Innovations For Turbo Tax 2013

Professional accounting can help business owners save time and resources, and the Turbo Tax 2013 CPA Select edition by Intuit may be the ideal solution for tax filing season. Small businesses and tax filers needing a modest amount of assistance may benefit from this innovative online service, and the potential financial savings may be apparent quickly. Connecting with certified public accountants, tax attorneys, and federally authorized tax practitioners may be easier than ever with this Turbo Tax 2013 edition, and the CPA Select 2013 program may eliminate the logistics and stress that may be associated with proper tax filing.

Many consumers are familiar with the helpful QuickBooks software offered by Intuit, and their latest tax service offering is in keeping with the ease of use that is characteristic of many Intuit consumer products and services. CPA Select 2013 is designed to be a straightforward approach … Read the rest

TurboTax Military Edition – The right support for junior military personnel

TurboTax Military Edition

If you’re working in the military, then it’s quite obvious that you’d expect some breaks given how hard you work. You know best of all how difficult life can get when choosing military service. The kind of sacrifices you make for the country and that too after leaving your families behind is anything but easy. It’s indeed a tough life and as a token gesture for this immense duty you’re doing to the nation and its citizens TurboTax has announced a very special TurboTax Military Edition.

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This particular Turbo Tax Military Edition has been specifically designed for junior military personnel. It’s special because now all servicemen and women who rank between E-1 to E-5 shall now be able to file their taxes for free including through the extensions. This well extends to the middle of October, 2013. Moreover, those officers … Read the rest