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Back-to-school tax breaks on the books

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, students are going back to school this fall, either remotely, in-person or under a hybrid schedule. In any event, parents may be eligible for certain tax breaks to help defray the cost of education. Here is a summary of some of the tax breaks available for education. Higher education tax credits.…
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So Many Grants, So Little Guidance

As part of the responses to the COVID-19 national emergency crisis, the federal government created the CARES Act to make additional funding available to States and Local Governments. Some of the most significant CARES Act funding for Minnesota businesses,  municipalities, and schools are the following grants:  Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) grant. Paycheck Protection Loan Program…
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What happens if an individual can’t pay taxes

While you probably don’t have any problems paying your tax bills, you may wonder: What happens in the event you (or someone you know) can’t pay taxes on time? Here’s a look at the options. Most importantly, don’t let the inability to pay your tax liability in full keep you from filing a tax return…
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More parents may owe “nanny tax” this year, due to COVID-19

In the COVID-19 era, many parents are hiring nannies and babysitters because their daycare centers and summer camps have closed. This may result in federal “nanny tax” obligations. Keep in mind that the nanny tax may apply to all household workers, including housekeepers, babysitters, gardeners or others who aren’t independent contractors. If you employ someone…
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