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What are some of the Most Common Abusive Tax Schemes? - IRS Article

Shovel-ready, stimulus funded project is 2 years behind schedule and $70 million over budget, out of funds and at a standstill, Inspector General says.

Finally, the public is gaining a bit of insight what transpired in the now failed Solyndra solar energy company getting a federal loan. Hopefully we will learn if money was used to gain political favors.

A Carnegie Mellon University study reveals that bonding fees for Marcellus Shale drilling companies are far too low. The law needs changed to prevent any surprises for taxpayers.

Solar energy provides a viable alternative to fossil fuel and carbon emission causing power sources. Opponents to solar power do not typically take issue with the use of renewable energy but the viability of the industry to function without public aid.

Today 15 Cincinnati area residents were indicted on theft of taxpayer funds. Three of those facing many years in prison for illegally using entitlement program funds for personal gain were Hamilton County Job and Family Services employees.

The Franklin County Commissioners are showing a moment of fiscal clarity and reviewing the $50,000 wellness program for county employees. County taxpayers currently provide free flu shops,services and programs to promote making healthy lifestyle choices.

Nearly half a billion dollars in our money vanished pretty quickly from Solyndra's balance sheet.

There are massive inefficiencies and wasteful spending in a bloated U.S. federal government. But not all programs deserve to be eliminated or suffer budget cuts.

Filing for an ITIN is an important task for resident and nonresident aliens to complete for tax purposes.

The AMT looms over every middle class family and taxpayer, with no immediate relief in sight. Intended to make sure the higher income paid taxes, it now takes a bite out of the average taxpayer too.

The American taxpayer is over-burdened, lawmakers are locked in a battle over raising the debt ceiling - yet millions of dollars are funneled over seas via grants generated from public money.

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections Director Gary Mohr has been busy crunching numbers and reorganizing the state's prison system. Mohr's measures will save Ohio taxpayers approximately $20 million.

Compromise is the word of the week for many Democratic law makers in Washington DC. Although walking away from the table will not get a debt ceiling bill passed, a mindset change is in order. A solution is needed to secure America's future.

Williamson County residents are learning about a new round of lobbying activities costing taxpayers at least $170,000 and apparently performed outside procedural channels established to ensure government accountability and transparency.

Nina E. Olson, the National Taxpayer Advocate and head of the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service, submitted her 2011 mid-year report to Congress on all things IRS related.

Is it appropriate for Elk Grove city officials to include a five percent wage hike in the 2012 budget given an uncertain economic recovery and flat tax revenues?

The IRS has a separate division devoted to the collection of delinquent tax. Yes, their job is to pursue enforcement against willful non-payers, but they are tasked with the primary duty to assist you with a payment agreement. Here's how they do it.

If you are experiencing a problem with the IRS, and if your income level prevents you from securing needed professional representation, you may be eligible to receive assistance from an IRS Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC).

The Columbus City School District has made healines multiple tiimes this year due to theft of taxpayer funds by two principals, low academic performance scores, baffled board members and state audit findings.

An Ohio government employee at the Franklin County Job and Family Services agency pleaded guilty Wednesday to welfare fraud. This is the third case of ongoing taxpayer theft by longtime employees this month.

In certain specific cases taxpayers have automatic extensions to file. Persons in disaster areas may receive temporary relief. All other taxpayers must show reasonable cause such as an incapacitating illness or erroneous advice from an IRS employee.

"Vote yes for our kids" signs prominently displayed throughout Temple urging support of the school district's upcoming $55 million bond election prompted interest in the government debt level currently facing TISD residents.

Being disabled results in a number of special situations, but no one disabled should feel hesitant to take advantage of the tax benefits associated with the status.

As prices of gas, food and more are on the rise, the cost of Williamson County taxpayer-funded cronyism also hit a new high when the County Commissioners authorized spending $375,000 to settle a federal sexual harassment lawsuit.

The No Taxpayer Funding For Abortion Act has set off a firestorm of debate about abortion but the bill, called H.R. 3, also has devastating tax implications for all Americans.

Who is responsible for paying taxes when a taxpayer dies?

An opinion on creating taxpayer-friendly environment in a least developed country like Bangladesh.

The Internal Revenue Service continues to ramp up the number of tax liens and levies it files against taxpayers, despite a high number of Americans who are unable to pay their taxes. The IRS is going after ANYONE who owes money, not just the wealthy.

I am not surprised to hear that Washington D.C. has been rated as the fittest metro area in the USA by the American College of Sports Medicine who rated more than 45 cities across the country. Think of all the exercise they get in Washington D.C.

As Williamson County residents see new government "transparency," do they want to fund bad behavior or good government?

Talk about a recession. Do you realize what are government officials get paid plus their benefits? Taking money from our schools, they talk about the national debt, and the recession and the only ones benefitting or the Elected officials.

How do you treat income that has been reported in box 7 of FM 1099M? This is a frequently asked question because unlike W2 wage income the taxpayer is responsible for calculating and paying all related taxes for the income being reported.

Some of what's new for the 2010 Individual Taxpayer

Due to inflation a number of benefits are increasing for taxpayers.