2009 was a year that saw a number of changes in our tax laws.  Some of these changes are permanent, others are in effect only for a limited period of time.  I will discuss here some of the more important ones, but this is by no means an exhaustive list.
If you bought a new vehicle [...]

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In 2009 and 2010, taxpayers may receive a tax credit for energy efficient improvements made to their principal residence.  However, you need to be very careful to make certain that all the provisions of the law are met, as this is a detailed piece of legislation with specific requirements.
Generally, you can deduct up to 30 [...]

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Mandatory e-filing of your 1040 in on the horizon.  The recently enacted “Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009” requires that any individual return filed by most preparers must be submitted via e-file.   This is to be effective for 2010 returns, which will be filed beginning in 2011.  If you prepare your own return, [...]

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