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2012 TaxPlanning Guide

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IRS releases 2012 standard mileage rates

Beginning on January 1, 2012, the standard mileage rates will be:

55.5 cents per mile for business miles driven (same as previously)
23 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes (decreased by 0.5 cents per mile)
14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations

Saving for College:

Are you looking for ways to save money for a college education? Check out our article on §529 plans.

Concerned about saving for your child's education? See how setting up a Roth IRA can help you save for the future.

Tax Software:

If you are considering purchasing tax software to complete your tax return, read this article on how preparing your own tax return can cost you more in the long run.

Maximize your Deductions:

Should you alternate between taking the standard deduction and itemizing your deductions? Read this article to find out what it is all about!

Electronic Brochures:

Click on the links below to view brochures that will help you and/or your small business.

Other Helpful Hints:

Reduce your tax liability -- Helpful tips that you should not forget when tax planning.

Track Your Refund Find out when you'll receive your federal and state refund.		Record Retention Guide
Tax Due Dates Please note the following tax due dates on your calendar, and come back often to keep up with the changes.		Tax Rates Tax rates change every year. Take a look at this year's tax rates.
Tax Forms & Publications Quickly view and print any IRS tax form or publication. Saves a trip to the post office.		State Tax Forms Quickly print the tax forms you need from any State in the country.
1040 Tax Estimator How much tax will you pay this year? Will you get a refund? Enter your filing status, income, deductions and credits we will estimate your total taxes for the year.		Marginal Tax Rate Knowing your income tax rate can help you calculate your tax liability for unexpected income.
529 Plans Are you looking for ways to save money for a college education? Check out this article on §179 plans.		Roth IRA Concerned about saving for your child's education? See how setting up a Roth IRA can help you save for the future.
Tax Software Considering purchasing tax software to complete your tax return? Learn how preparing your own tax return can cost you more in the long run.		Maximize Your Deduction Should you alternate between taking the standard deduction and itemizing your deductions? Read this article to find out what it is all about!
Family Business Six questions every family business owners should answer.		Business Loan Want a business loan? Here is what the banker needs.
Building a Nest Egg Building a nest egg to give you a secure financial future does not require a degree in economics, just a degree of common sense.		Did You Pay Uncle Sam Too Much? Review these commonly overlooked deductions and credits.
Top 10 Questions Ten commonly asked tax questions.