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Do you have to file Form 982 if you file bankruptcy?
If a debt is discharged in bankruptcy, it is not treated as cancellation of indebtedness income, and it is not taxable. The IRS has provided a simple fix ...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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Does Ameritrade send you a 1099?
Please note: While the K-1 form itself accounts for distributions or other items being passed through to the partners, proceeds from the sale of partnersh...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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When completing i-9 forms an employer must require that all employees?
You are required to complete and retain a Form I-9 for every employee you hire for employment in the United States, except for: Individuals hired on or be...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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Can I deduct cleaning supplies?
Yes! There are plenty of home costs you can deduct from your tax return, including home security system, phone charges, office supplies, equipment and cle...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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What is the difference between a 5498 and 1099?
Form 1099-R is issued by the IRS and is part of a series of forms called “information returns.” The form is used to report distributions from annuities, r...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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What is STD pay on Paystub?
Overview The Short-term Disability (STD) plan will pay 100% of salary benefits based on an employee’s year of service (see chart. Page 1. Overview. The Sh...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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How long does it take for a US green card holder to petition a spouse?
If you are living outside the U.S., and married to a U.S. Citizen or a Green card holder, you may only work in the U.S. after your Green Card application ...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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When married is it better to file jointly?
The IRS strongly encourages most couples to file joint tax returns by extending several tax breaks to those who file together. In the vast majority of cas...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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Do US citizens need work authorization?
U.S. citizens and permanent residents do not need an Employment Authorization Document or any other working permit to work in the United States, other tha...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
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How soon after buying a house can you move?
It can take 1-2 days to move house. The seller must move out on this day, to allow the buyer to move in. You’ll need to factor in packing your belongings,...
Aug 02, 2026 • 1 READS
