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Other Tax Topics
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Bicentenary of Income Tax 1799-1999: A Brief History of Income Tax 
 History of income tax in the U.K. Discusses origins (introduced in January 1799 as a means of paying for the war against the French forces under Napoleon), a new approach to taxation during World War I, the Pay as Your Earn (PAYE) tax collection system introduced in 1944, and the taxation system at the end of the 20th century (including the Queen electing to pay taxes in 1992). http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/history/ Topics: Tax Filing Season Last updated Jan 1, 2008 Don't Pay to Borrow Your Own Money: The Risks and Costs of Tax Refund Anticipation Loans
This brochure discusses why it does not make economic sense to take out a tax refund anticipation loan (RAL). Topics addressed include extremely high interest rates and how RALs can be dangerous because, being loans, they must be repaid even if the tax refund is not received. Also includes suggestions for ways to save money at (and before) tax time. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the National Consumer Law Center. http://www.consumerlaw.org/issues/refund_anticipation/content/RALBrochure.pdf Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Tax Filing Season Last updated Mar 4, 2009 Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Consumer publications about Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), which "were created by the Medicare bill signed by President Bush on December 8, 2003 and are designed to help individuals save for future qualified medical and retiree health expenses on a tax-free basis." Provides a FAQ, a brochure (in English and Spanish), fact sheets, tax resources, and related publications. From the United States Department of the Treasury. http://www.treasury.gov/offices/public-affairs/hsa/ Topics: Finance, Health, Tax Filing Season Last updated Aug 21, 2006 Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Publication 54: Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad
"This publication discusses special tax rules for U.S. citizens and resident aliens who work abroad or who have income earned in foreign countries. As a U.S. citizen or resident alien, your worldwide income generally is subject to U.S. income tax, regardless of where you are living." Covers filing requirements, specific taxes, exemptions, deductions, credits, and related topics. "Aliens and U.S. Citizens Living Abroad" in the "Frequently Asked Questions" section of the IRS website contains additional information. http://www.irs.gov/publications/p54/ Topics: Home & Housing, Tax Filing Season Last updated Dec 1, 2005 Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Seniors & Retirees
Collection of IRS documents on tax topics of interest for older Americans and individuals planning for retirement. Includes relevant IRS publications and forms, and information about the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program, retirement plans, and other related subjects. http://www.irs.gov/individuals/retirees/ Topics: Finance, Seniors, Tax Filing Season Last updated Dec 21, 2005 National Timber Tax Website
A compendium of information designed to explain income, property, and estate taxes to owners of woodlots and forestland. Under "Tax Research," find explications of the Internal Revenue Code and the Code of Federal Regulations, case law digests, and annotated Revenue Rulings. The site also includes a guide to the state laws relevant to the tax treatment of timber. From the Purdue University Department of Forestry and Natural Resources. http://www.timbertax.org/ Topics: Agriculture, Tax Filing Season Last updated Feb 10, 2005 Publication 526 [Charitable Contributions]
This publication from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) describes when charitable contributions may be used as deductions on individual income tax returns. Topics include organizations that qualify to receive deductible contributions, contributions you cannot deduct (such as value of time or services and contributions for which you benefit), contributions of property, when to deduct, and records to keep. http://www.irs.gov/publications/p526/ar02.html Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Tax Filing Season Last updated Sep 14, 2005 Tax Information for Churches and Religious Orgs
Information about federal tax laws related to churches and religious organizations. Includes exemption requirements as defined in the Internal Revenue Code, filing requirements, and laws that may apply to a religious organization, such as those concerning unrelated business income tax and to political and lobbying activities. Also includes a link to tax information for charitable organizations. http://www.irs.gov/charities/churches/ Topics: Business, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Government, Government, Religion, Social Issues, Tax Filing Season Last updated Apr 4, 2008 Tax Information for Members of the U.S. Armed Forces
"The tax laws provide some special benefits for active members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those serving in combat zones." This site features information about combat zone tax provisions, the Military Family Tax Relief Act of 2003, tax assistance for military families, and related topics. From the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=97273,00.html Topics: Military, Tax Filing Season Last updated Jan 26, 2005 |
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