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Think of the alternative minimum tax as the government's 2-drink minimum

Oct 9, 2017
It's designed to ensure all taxpayers pay their fair share, including those with higher incomes.
Alternative tax filers have to file their taxes twice, under form 1040 and form 6251. The higher tax is paid.
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How tax withholding became the norm for American workers

Jul 31, 2017
Not everyone thinks automatic deductions for state and federal taxes are a good idea.
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Voters head to the polls in Britain today

May 7, 2015
What impact does the economy has on the outcome of this day?

Winner takes all (minus the taxes)

Apr 14, 2015
As luck would have it

Not all taxes are created equal

Jan 14, 2015
A new study says local taxes are hitting low-wage earners much harder than others.

Early bird alert! You can file your taxes starting today!

Jan 31, 2014
Plus, 10 simple reasons to file your taxes early.

Yes, the rich pay more tax; their income is up, too

Mar 4, 2013
The latest income tax increase on the wealthy could result in their paying a greater share of income in federal taxes since 1979. Their income has increased even more.

For public good, not for profit.

A brief history of the income tax

Feb 1, 2013
The modern American income tax celebrates its 100th anniversary this weekend.

In defense of the income tax, a history

Nov 19, 2012
It took a natural disaster and a financial panic to get income taxes written into the U.S. Constitution. That was 1907. And even those who like public programs are still struggling to defend taxes.

Would an income tax hike hurt hiring?

Jul 11, 2012
Fewer than a million small-business owners would likely face higher taxes. And some would keep hiring anyway.