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Americans failed to pay record $688 billion in taxes in 2021, IRS says. Look for more audits.
Americans owe the IRS $688 billion in unpaid taxes, underscoring need for more audits, said IRS Commissioner. Read More.
A Supreme Court dispute over a $15,000 IRS bill may be aimed at a never-enacted tax on billionaires
Charles and Kathleen Moore are about to have their day in the Supreme Court over a $15,000 tax bill they believe is unconstitutional. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner October 16, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 10/16/23: “What would we do with a Million Dollars?” Read More.
The Chairman’s Report October 13th, 2023
Any tax you pay will reduce the amount of money that you can use to support your family. If you can reduce your federal income taxes, you will have more money available for your family.
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Oregon Residents To Receive Nearly $1,000 Each Under Colossal Tax Kicker
Oregon has announced that it will return more than $5.61 billion in tax surplus refunds to its residents, with taxpayers being paid in the form of an income tax credit known as "kicker." Read More.
$7,500 EV tax credit may be easier to get in 2024 per Treasury rule
The agency proposed a rule that would allow all eligible buyers of electric vehicles to get an upfront discount from car dealers, regardless of tax liability. Read More.
Lawmakers debate Detroit property tax plan
Mayor Mike Duggan's plan to slash Detroit homeowners' taxes is off to a rocky start in Lansing.
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US Treasury Department to allow $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit as point-of-sale rebate starting in January
The U.S. Treasury Department has issued new guidelines for the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit, allowing it to be used as a point-of-sale rebate starting in January. Read More.
Legislator: Hunters Should Be Exempt From Ammo Tax
Hunters or conceal-carry license holders should be exempt from additional ammunition background checks and fees, according to one Central New York state legisla Read More.
The Grassroots Corner October 9, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 10/9/23: “The IRS is going after this little guy” Read More.
The Chairman’s Report October 6th, 2023
Each year the IRS publishes what they believe are the dozen biggest tax evasion schemes—the Dirty Dozen. The list of schemes changes from year-to-year but will continue as long as there is an income/payroll tax system.
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Key Biden tax pledge for audits of people making under $400K nearly impossible: ‘Blew up the narrative’
In remarks touting "Bidenomics" in Maryland last month, President Biden again repeated a tax pledge that goes back to his 2020 campaign. Read More.
DART routes risk cuts without property tax increases
DART could face the most significant route reductions in its history if Des Moines metro communities who help fund it don't temporarily increase property taxes to help resolve its deficit. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner October 2, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 10/2/23: “Ron Babin speaks to Indiana group” Read More.
The Chairman’s Report September 29th, 2023
In life, when we go to a “professional” to get work done, we look to find people who have a good reputation for reliability and good work.
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