J.K. Lasser′s Your Income Tax 2015: For Preparing Your 2014 Tax Return - Softcover

J.K. Lasser Institute

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1118922018 ISBN 13: 9781118922019

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2014

Synopsis

America′s bestselling tax guide for over seventy–five years, updated for 2014 taxes

J.K. Lasser′s Your Income Tax 2015 is the most trusted tax guide on the market, updated for 2014 tax returns. With full coverage of all changes and adjustments to the tax laws including new deductions and credits this book provides clear, plain–English explanations that help you decipher the tax code and reduce what you owe. Step–by–step instructions help you navigate forms and worksheets with ease, and over 2,500 money–saving strategies show you what to claim and how to claim it to maximize tax savings. You also get access to the book′s companion website, which features up–to–the–minute tax news and tax law changes, tax–planning strategies including help for small business owners, and much more.

For over seventy–five years, American taxpayers have made the J.K. Lasser guide the bestselling tax resource on the market. With the perfect blend of expert advice, up to date information, and clear, jargon–free explanations, this book helps the average taxpayer successfully navigate the filing process. A comprehensive topic index and quick reference section help you quickly find the answers you need, while in–depth insight and timely advice help you take control of your taxes.

• Understand recent tax law changes and the changes now taking effect
• Pinpoint your biggest money–saving deductions, and learn how to claim them
• Learn how to communicate with your CPA or claim all the tax benefits you are entitled to when using tax–preparation software
• File correctly, on time, without paying too much or too little

Every year, millions of Americans overpay their taxes simply because the laws are confusing, complex, and constantly changing. The average American has neither the time nor the inclination to wade through volumes of tax code, so J.K. Lasser does it for you. J.K. Lasser′s Your Income Tax 2015 provides the latest information, instruction, and strategies that save you time, money, and headaches when tax season comes around.

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Title: J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2015( For Preparing Your 2014 Tax Return) <>Binding: Paperback <>Author: JKLasser <>Publisher: Wiley

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Easy–to–Use Format Explains Complex Tax Laws

• FILING TIPS and FILING INSTRUCTIONS help you prepare your 2014 return
• PLANNING REMINDERS highlight year–end tax strategies for 2014 and planning opportunities for 2015 and later years
• CAUTIONS point out potential pitfalls to avoid and areas where you might expect IRS opposition
• LAW ALERTS indicate recent changes in the tax law and pending legislation before Congress
• COURT DECISIONS highlight key rulings from the Tax Court and other federal courts
• IRS ALERTS highlight key rulings and announcements from the IRS

Basics of Filing (Chap. 1) including:
Which form to file Chap. 1    Filing as Head of Household Chap. 1
Filing for your children Chap. 1    Filing for married couples Chap. 1

What Must You Report as Income? (Chaps. 2 11) including:
Fringe benefits Chap. 3    Capital gains & losses Chap. 5
Traditional & Roth IRAs Chap. 8    Rental income Chap. 9

What Deductions Can You Claim? (Chaps. 12 21) including:
Moving expenses Chap. 12    Casualty loss Chap. 18
Charitable deductions Chap. 14    Who is a dependent? Chap. 21

How Much Tax Do You Owe? (Chaps. 22 28) including:
The AMT Chap. 23    Your child′s tax Chap. 24
Personal tax credits Chap. 25    Estimated taxes Chap. 27

How Much Tax Do You Owe? (Chaps. 22 28) including:
The AMT Chap. 23    Your child′s tax Chap. 24
Personal tax credits Chap. 25    Estimated taxes Chap. 27

Strategies to Save You Taxes (Chaps. 29 39) including:
Tax–free residence sales Chap. 29    Investing in securities Chap. 30
Armed forces rules Chap. 35    Tax credits for education Chap. 33

Planning Ideas for Your Business (Chaps. 40 45) including:
Home office deduction Chap. 40   Keogh, Simple, or SEP Chap. 41
Auto expenses Chap. 43    Self–employment tax Chap. 45

Now That You′re Done (Chaps. 46 48) including:
Electronic filing Chap. 46    Filing extensions Chap. 46
IRS audits Chap. 48    Amended returns Chap. 47

About this edition

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1118922018
• ISBN 13: 9781118922019
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 848