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Fear of the AMT

By Kevin McCormally
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Could we potentially escape the AMT by putting our new house in my wife's name only and then filing our taxes separately?
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AMT

It Could Happen to you
A killer tax reaches down from the ranks of millionaires to the merely well-off, and cherished breaks disappear.
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STARTING OUT

Freelancers, Meet Schedule C
Launch a business last year? Took on a little extra work to pad your paycheck? Here's an introduction to Schedule C and its sister form, Schedule SE, plus a few tips to help lower your tax bill.
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PREPARATION

Family Matters Tax Guide
Whether you have one child or ten, you should be aware of the tax savings Uncle Sam offers.
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Retirement Planner's Tax Guide
Take advantage of the tax benefits -- and avoid the tax pitfalls -- of retirement accounts.
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PREPARATION

Homeowners' Tax Guide
Uncle Sam offers a handful of deductions for homeowners. Make sure you get all you deserve.
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Investor's Tax Guide
Here are a half-dozen issues that every investor has to tackle at tax time, and tips to help you hang onto your returns.
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2004 TAX FORMS

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