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If you find that you made an omission or an error on your income tax return, you may amend the tax return using Form 1040X, but it can be a little tricky to fill out. 

The IRS doesn't make writing off a casualty loss easy, here's what you need to know.         

Last month the IRS announced an amnesty program extending through Aug. 31, 2011 for taxpayers with offshore accounts. If you dont take advantage of this program, you come under threat of criminal prosecution.

Welcome to the working world college grads, now pay up! 

Before deciding to incorporate as a Sub S, check all aspects to determine if the structure will suit your needs and psychological temperament.

U.S. households are getting more cash handouts from the government than they are paying in taxes for the first time since the Great Depression.

Here are some tips to help you keep your money in your pocket when you have a problem with the IRS.

If you receive a puzzling letter such as this from the IRS, you may be the victim of identity theft. If you feel you have fallen victim, here are the steps you should take. 

Despite the abysmal economy and 9.1% unemployment rate, most Americans still plan to celebrate Independence Day this year.   

Dave Says: P2P lending is relatively new in the personal finance world, but most of these kinds of loans are not collateralized, which means theyre not checked out, and that could lead to problems. 

Dave Says: When it comes to collecting unemployment, don't feel bad accepting something you've already paid for. And is pet insurance ever worth the cost?

Do you think a judge weighed all the facts and circumstances in this workers' compensation case?

Health reform will increase the number of people on Medicaid by a third, which is why a new Congressional report says Medicaid is now triggering "state budget crises." But if reforming Social Security is equivalent to stepping on the “third rail of politics,” reforming Medicaid is like driving into an electrical transformer.

Deciding what form of business entity to establish should be a thorough process with input from both legal and tax professionals. 

Deciding what form of business entity to establish should be a thorough process with input from both legal and tax professionals. 

Families with students gearing up to start the college admissions process should have this book on their shelves.  

The rules for writing off debt are tricky and vary depending on the situation. Here's what you need to know. 

Dave Says: Don't work hard to get out of debt to only jump into new debt with a pricey vacation. 

Timeshares are one of the few consumer products that have a 97% dissatisfaction rate which is like playing with fire. And do stay-at-home moms need disability insurance?

The 78 million-strong baby boomer crowd is still looking to change the world through volunteering.