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Capital Gains Tax

A capital gains tax is charged, so to speak, on capital gains…go figure. In other words, it’s a tax calculated by the profit gained by selling a non-inventory asset which was purchased at a lower price. No you don’t owe capital gains tax on the Snickers Bar you sold your buddy for lunch.
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2008 Tax Rebate

The $300 tax rebate can be received by taxpayers who typically do not file tax returns, such as those whose income is derived solely from Social Security.  However, they must file a tax return with the IRS to qualify for the rebate even though no taxes are actually due.

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