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The tax evasion hall of fame

These five famous Americans tried to dodge the taxman and got caught. Find out who they were and what they owed.
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IRS making free tax help available nationwide

Nearly 12,000 free tax preparation sites will be open this year as the IRS expands its partnerships to perform tax preparation services for low-income and elderly taxpayers.
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2009 tax law changes provide saving opportunities for nearly everyone

In 2009, numerous new and expanded deductions and credits came into being for a broad cross-section of taxpayers. Here is a summary of what they were.
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Job search tax deductions

Many have lost their job and struggled to find another job at some point in the past few years. It's a daunting and taxing experience, but not one without its share of deductions.
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Itemizing your health expenses

The rules governing health-related tax deductions are vast but easy to follow. Here are some tips on how and what to itemize to get the most out of your health expenses.
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Ten identity theft safety tips for tax season

Don't let yourself become an identity theft victim - especially around tax season. Here are some top tips from WhatHappensNow.com and the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse.
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	Avoid these common tax errors and audit triggers
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General Tax & IRS Information

2009 tax law changes provide saving opportunities for nearly everyone

In 2009, numerous new and expanded deductions and credits came into being for a broad cross-section of taxpayers. Here is a summary of what they were.
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	IRS announces qualified disaster treatment for Haiti
	The IRS reminds tax-exempt organizations to file the Form 990 to preserve their status
	COBRA subsidy eligibility period extended through February
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The Rules of the Game

Uncle Sam wants you to help nab tax cheats

The IRS has outlined how informants can report violations of the tax law and possibly claim a reward based on what is owed by the tax cheat. (The rewards, by the way, may be taxable.)
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The IRS' Frequently Asked Questions

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