society
Can I sue my tax preparer made a mistake?
Q: Can I sue my tax preparer for making a mistake? A: Yes, provided they have committed negligence, or a malpractice. California’s comparative negligence ...
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science
What happens if shared account holder dies?
The vast majority of banks set up all of their joint accounts as “Joint with Rights of Survivorship” (JWROS). This type of account ownership generally sta...
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education insights
Are state and local taxes included in tax refund?
If you chose general sales taxes, none of your refund is taxable. If you chose state and local income taxes, your state refund is taxable. However, it’s o...
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education insights
Is copywriting subject to sales tax?
(1) The charge for “consulting and research” is subject to tax as services that are part of the sale of the printed matter. (2) The charge for copywriting...
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health
What is long term disability at work?
Long term disability insurance is a type of income protection that is designed to cover serious injuries and illnesses that keep you out of work for three...
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society
Who won the Powerball in 2014?
B. Raymond Buxton Above: This photo provided by the California Lottery shows Powerball winner B. Raymond Buxton holding a check for $425 million on April ...
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health
Can you use recent appraisal for HELOC?
Is an appraisal required with a HELOC? In general, a new appraisal will be required to qualify for a home equity line of credit. Though, some credit union...
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health
Can the IRS tell you who claimed you?
Because the IRS processes the first return it receives, if another person claims your dependent first, the IRS will reject your return. The IRS won’t tell...
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global affairs
What is a non-qualified annuity?
A non-qualified annuity is purchased with after-tax dollars that were not from a tax-favored retirement plan. All annuities are allowed to grow tax-deferr...
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science
How long does it take to get federal tax refund after filing?
If you file a complete and accurate paper tax return, your refund should be issued in about six to eight weeks from the date IRS receives your return. If ...
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