Are payday loans meant to help people in times of emergency or just to trap them into a cycle of debt?

To my peers. Do you have concerns over the new RTRP(Registered Tax Return Preparer) testing and licensing? Do you have up to date information? Are any of you thinking of leaving taxes. What about you fincial planners that also prepare are you understanding the disclosure rules that efect everyone in the tax industry? Look for some great dialog.

Is commission rebate from the buyer's Realtor to the buyer a taxable income? Transaction was done outside of the escrow and 1099-Misc (Box 7) was issued to the buyer following January. 1) is this taxable income for the buyer and 2) if so, is he responsible for SE taxes as well?

What are the tax changes I need to know about when filing my individual return for 2012?

Can I claim child tax credit for my son born on December 31?

Has anyone ever used invoice financing for their business? How was the experience and what benefits did you get?

What is the difference between the gross and net interest rate?

Is a credit card statement considered a viable replacement of a receipt for income tax documentation of expenses or are credit card slips still required?