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For questions that relate to the laws, practices, and products of the United States.

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Are there special tax implications when paying for services in the next year? In another cou...

So I'm planning a destination wedding over a year in advanced. We've begun putting deposits down on things happening next year. I know I still have to pay VAT in the other country (Its ridiculous). …
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How does tax work with donations?

My understanding of the gift tax is that the donor has to pay the tax, but up to a limit they don't have to pay tax. I'm a developer. Suppose I offer my software/libraries/blog for free on my site …
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How does agreed value insurance work with inflation?

In an agreed value insurance plan I understand that the number X is the amount that will be paid out upon loss. However I have two questions in regard to this: Upon renewing my policy yearly am I a …
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How does an FSA work with rebates? [duplicate]

I have an FSA and I used it to buy my contact lenses recently. The contacts come with an offer for a rebate if you buy a whole year supply, which I did. Is the money I get from the rebate tax-free, …
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Why isn't money spent on necessities deductible from your taxes?

I'm semi-recently graduated from college. In my job(s) I've had a flex account that lets me pay for medical expenses tax free. Similarly for my commute I'm able to pay for my ticket with pre-tax dol …
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How can I adjust tax withholding so that I don't get a large Tax Refund?

I'm a few years out of college now. I've filled out my W4 accurately and I still get a tax refund every year of a pretty sizable sum. The thing is, I have student loans and I would much rather have …
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Auto loan and student loan balance

So, in general, pay to the higher interest rate. Some contrived reasons you would want to pay your auto loan more could be: You JUST took out your auto loan so you still owe close to 100%. A lend …
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